Lincoln Park-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Cook County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

Lincoln Park-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: New Figures

The Cook County unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.

Lincoln Park-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Cook County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

Lincoln Park-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases: Latest Data

The Cook County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the late summer.

Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Announces $200,000 Grant Supporting Lawrence Hall

The funding is being stewarded by the Equity Fund Taskforce, a diverse 50 member group of stakeholders from local government agencies, n ...

Rental Arrears Up In Cook County: Analysis

More than 1 out of every 10 Cook County rental households are behind on rents as of early August, according to a new analysis.

Cook County Government: Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle Legislators And Advocates Celebrate Signing Of HB 2790

Prior to the law, immigrants in deportation cases were not guaranteed the right to an appointed attorney, as in the case for criminal de ...

Lincoln Park-Area Unemployment Rate Improved In July: Feds

The Cook County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the summer.

Cook County Government: Cook County Launches Project Rainbow

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle was joined today by community leaders, tech innovators, cultural institutions, museums, non ...

Lincoln Park-Area Unemployment Rate Worsened In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

Cook County Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial': CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated Lincoln Park residents.

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In Cook County

Many in the Lincoln Park area behind on rent. A national eviction moratorium is set to expire Saturday.

Unemployment Rate Steady In Lincoln Park Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Cook County is higher than the Illinois average.

Cook County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Lincoln Park area compares to Illinois and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

Cook County Government: Preckwinkle Details COVID-19 Financial Impact And Recovery With Preliminary Budget Forecast

The preliminary forecast report presents a mid-year projection of year-end revenues and expenses for FY2021 and an initial forecast for ...

Unemployment Increases In Lincoln Park Area: Feds

There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Cook County's unemployment rate increased recently.

Cook County Government: Cook County Issues Notice To Minimum Wage Ordinance

Effective July 1, 2021, the minimum wage for non-tipped workers will remain $13.00. The minimum wage is $6.60 for tipped employees.

Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Observes Gun Violence Awareness Day With Call To Action

With gun-related homicides up by more than 15% in Cook County this year, President Toni Preckwinkle was joined by County officials at th ...

Cook County Government: Cook County's First Residential Tenant Landlord Ordinance Goes Into Effect June 1

"Today, Cook County takes another step in our fight for fair housing," said Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle. "The protectio ...

The Digital Divide: How Lincoln Park Area Compares In Internet Usage

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Announces Launch Of Cook County Equity Fund Taskforce

The Cook County Equity Fund was established by President Preckwinkle in the County budget approved last November with an initial investm ...

Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Extends Application Deadline For $73 Million Emergency Rental And Utility Assistance Pr ...

The extension decision was made based on the need for additional technical support requested by applicants and housing agencies administ ...

Federal Tax Refunds In Cook County: How Do Yours Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Cook County neighbors.

Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Endorses Clean Energy Jobs Act For Advancing Equity And Mitigating Climate Change

President Preckwinkle was joined by Illinois Rep. Delia Ramirez, Cook County Commissioner Bridget Degnen (Vice-Chair of the Environment ...

Cook County Government: Forest Preserves Police Affirms Commitment To Ten Shared Principles

President Preckwinkle was joined by Commissioner Scott Britton, Commissioner Donna Miller, Forest Preserves of Cook County General Super ...

Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Releases 2020 Impact Report To Highlight $77M CARES Funding Outcomes For Resident And S ...

to share outcomes and findings related to programs for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks to funding provided by the CA ...

Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Launches New System To Streamline Public Records Requests

The new FOIA system uses GovQA software to allow requestors to track their public records requests online.

Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Launches New System To Streamline Public Records Requests Cook County

. The new FOIA system uses GovQA software to allow requestors to track their public records requests online. The new system helps standa ...

General Iron Scrap Yard Ordered To Close After Two Explosions

Buildings Commissioner Judith Frydland and Fire Commissioner Richard Ford II said they have determined the site “poses an immediate danger."

GOP Women Reps Call on Governor to Convene Legislature

Pritzker Shouldn't Continue Excluding General Assembly During COVID-19 Crisis

City Council Approves Funding Deal For Lincoln Yards, The 78

Chicago City Council has approved financing deals for the Lincoln Yards and "The 78" projects.

Lincoln Yards Vote Postponed After Lightfoot's Request

Mayor-elect Lori Lightfoot called for the City Council Finance Committee to hold off on the Lincoln Yards vote.

Michele Smith Wins 43rd Ward Aldermanic Race

After being challenged by candidate Derek Lindblom, Ald. Michele Smith has held onto her seat.

43rd Ward Aldermanic Runoff Debate To Be Held In Lincoln Park

Residents in the 43rd Ward are asked to suggest debate questions.

43rd Ward Aldermanic Runoff Debate To Be Held In Lincoln Park

43rd Ward residents are asked to suggest debate questions.

43rd Ward Aldermanic Election: Smith, Lindblom Head Into Runoff

Ald. Michele Smith will face off against Derek Lindblom Apr. 2.

43rd Ward 2019 Aldermanic Election Candidate Previews

Five candidates are trying to unseat Ald. Michele Smith in the 43rd Ward. Here are their profiles, platforms and endorsements.

43rd Ward Aldermanic Debate To Be Held In Lincoln Park

The debate will be held in the Lincoln Park High School auditorium.

Lincoln Park High School On Lockdown After Bomb Threat

The school was briefly placed on lockdown after a man called the school and said that a bomb was in the building, authorities said.

Early Voting In Lincoln Park: Locations, Hours

Here are the voting locations for Wards 2, 32 and 43.