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West40’s annual Backpack Giveback set for Saturday
West40 is partnering with a local community college to ensure local students can head back to school with the supplies they need. Morton College, Cicero, and West40 Intermediate Service Center #2, a nonprofit intermediate service center serving 38 school districts and three co-ops in West Cook County, will be distributing free backpacks and school supplies at their annual Backpack Giveback and Resource Fair.
Cook County man shipped firearm parts in packages containing George Foreman grills to Israel: prosecutors
PALOS HILLS, Ill. - A Cook County man is awaiting sentencing after he pleaded guilty last week to illegally shipping firearm parts to Israel in 2022. Amin Betuni, 37, of Palos Hills, was charged with knowingly and fraudulently exploiting firearm parts in violation of U.S. laws and regulations. Prosecutors said...
Cook County Health Announces Plans for New Community Health Center in Chicago’s Bronzeville Neighborhood
Cook County Health announced today that it will be opening a new community health center at 467 E. 31st Street, Chicago, in the city’s Bronzeville neighborhood. “The Bronzeville Health Center represents Cook County’s ongoing commitment to ensuring equitable access to high-quality health care services,” said Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle. “The health center holds the promise of not only addressing the immediate health needs of the community, but also fostering long-term improvements in health outcomes on Chicago’s South Side.”
Invest in Cook transportation projects coming to south suburbs
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle joined the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways last week to announce the list of 35 projects that will receive funding under the 2024 ‘Invest in Cook’ grant program, including projects in Summit, Forest View, Evergreen Park and Worth Township. A...
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Chicago-area shopper loses battle against Kroger over 'farm fresh' label
A Cook County shopper’s lawsuit against Kroger claiming their “farm fresh” labels on eggs were deceptive was dismissed after a judge ruled in favor of the grocery giant this week. The dispute over what “farm fresh” signals to consumers began with a lawsuit filed by resident Adam...
Photos: Ribbon Cutting Celebrates River Trail Improvements
Cook County, state and municipal officials celebrated the completion of a $12.5 million investment project along the Des Plaines River Trail, from Lawrence Avenue to Touhy Avenue, with a ribbon cutting Tuesday morning (Aug. 6) at Robinson Woods South, just south of Rosemont. Work with local municipal partners on three...
Illinois officials conduct suburban substance use and awareness events
(The Center Square) – The state of Illinois and the Cook County Department of Public Health have joined forces for a Substance Use and Awareness Series in the near western suburbs of Cook County. The program includes discussions and training sessions to address substance use. Illinois House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch, D-Hillside, said it is a life-saving series. “You know, that’s what this is all about. Getting out to make...
Funeral services announced for Cook County sheriff's deputy killed in Woodlawn shooting
Funeral arrangements have been announced for the Cook County sheriff's deputy who was killed during an attempted robbery.Deputy Rafael Wordlaw died one week ago Tuesday after being shot at a gas station in Woodlawn. A man has been charged in his murder.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchWordlaw's visitation will be held on Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Leak and Sons Funeral Home in Country Club Hills.A wake and funeral service will be held Friday morning at St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church in Harvey.
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