“Welcoming the new year by celebrating love is one of the most special traditions of this office, and it’s an honor to continue it with Cook County’s first marriage of 2026,” Gordon said in a statement. #marriage #cookcounty
She argued that Country Club Hills offers a viable alternative within Cook County, combining available land, strong transportation access and the potential for significant regional investment. #chicagobears #stadium
Nearly 1,000 couples have already submitted applications, marking the highest number of entries the Clerk’s Office has ever received for the event. #lottery #marriage
Board members said the delays spurred their decision to expand the appeal period so more taxpayers could seek relief. Appeals filed during this reopened session will affect 2026 tax bills. #appeals #propertytax
Nazon-Wilburn said the only reason South Shore will still receive decorations is because the institute was able to work with its grower, who owed the organization a credit from the previous year. #holiday #tax