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House Bill 1575, backed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, amends the Illinois Counties Code to eliminate fees for filing modifications to strike unlawful racially restrictive covenants. #racist

The declaration, announced Friday, allows the state to mobilize additional resources to support local governments and residents during recovery efforts. #disaster

The measure eliminates waiting periods for filing missing persons reports and requires police to immediately enter cases into the state’s Law Enforcement Agencies Data System (LEADS). #missingpersons

For decades, the Voting Rights Act has guided election authorities like the Cook County Clerk’s Office in our ongoing mission to protect and expand access to the ballot. #voting

This year’s reassessment saw the total value of residential properties in the township climb more than 30% over 2024. Steele said the session aims to make the appeals process easier to navigate. #propertytaxes

This amendment aimed to ensure equitable access to reproductive health services, particularly in light of attacks on abortion rights at the federal and state level across the country. #abortion

My thoughts are with the families of the victims, especially those now tending to the trauma and physical wounds of their loved ones. #shooting

“This program would not be possible without the hard work and partnership of these  organizations, who work tirelessly to provide the youth with incredible opportunities to explore potential careers paths as well as experience Cook County’s natural beauty,” said Cook County Board and Forest Preserves President Toni Preckwinkle. #forest

The public is advised that if they receive a call from someone claiming to be with law  enforcement to get the caller’s full name, badge number, and phone number. #scam

The NACo award, which honors effective and innovative county government programs, was recently accepted by Clerk Monica Gordon at the 2025 NACo annual conference in Philadelphia. #counties