Unemployment Rate Steady In Des Plaines Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Cook County hasn't had a month-to-month change.

Cook County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Des Plaines area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

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 Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines 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 Taxes: How Do Your Payments And Refunds Compare?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in Cook County.

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 Cook County

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

City of Des Plaines Budget Overview

Watch City of Des Plaines budget overview video.

Des Plaines Resident Says She Isn't Allowed To Go Out To Vote

“It’s been seven months of not being able to go out of our rooms,” Dirago said.

'Big Tent Revival' Attendees Defy City's Mask Mandate​

Organizer Torben Sondergaard took to social media to request assistance from President Trump as religious event continues through Sunday.

Illinois Lottery Prize Winners Frustrated With Closed Claim Centers

Imagine winning the lotto and not being able to collect.

Maine Township seniors get much-needed masks

More than 600 reusable cotton face masks were hand sewn by volunteers and then handed out at a drive-thru face mask distribution event.

Maine Township to Reopen June 15

To ensure the safety of staff and residents, reopening guidelines, available at www.mainetown.com, follow the Restore Illinois plan.

Elk Grove Township Announces New Food Pantry Truck

The range of social services offered by the Township continues, some virtually and remotely, for all in-need residents through the pandemic.

GOP Women Reps Call on Governor to Convene Legislature

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

Maine Township Responds to the Covid 19 Crisis

While the physical Townhall remains closed through at least April 30, most regular Township services are still being offered to the public.

Maine Township Seeks Nominations for Good Citizen Award

The Karen Lader Memorial Good Citizen's Award recognizes a Maine Township resident who exemplifies comunity service, support and dedication.

Maine Township Board Recognizes Local Fire Protection District

Celebrating its 50th anniversary, North Maine Fire Protection District provides services to almost 25,000 people.

Maine Township Board Approves 2020 Agency Funding

Because of this funding, when residents in need require direct services, the help will be there from agencies that can provide them.

Maine Township assessor has good tax news for senior citizens

New law that takes effect this year eliminates the annual renewal requirement for the Senior Exemption.

Maine Township donates to Honor Flight Chicago

The Clerk's Department has donated $1000 per year to the group that runs trips for veterans to see war memorials in Washington D.C.

Maine Township residents save money with free prescription card

Regardless of income, age, or health status, people can save on the cost of their medications through Coast2Coast Rx.

Maine Township promotes safety during winter months

Planning ahead and following some simple rules can help make winter less of a burden on everyone

Man Gets 28 Years For Sex Assault

Oscar Howell provided a fake profile picture on a social media app and sexually assaulted two women who met up with him, prosecutors said.

Woman Tied Up Man to Take Him to Counseling: Authorities

The Des Plaines woman now faces a kidnapping charge in connection with the Oct. 6 incident.

Need help with your tax appeal?

Maine Township Assessor's Office stands ready to assist residents with tax appeals to the Cook County Board of Review at no charge

Need a hunting license? Maine Township Clerk’s office can help

The Clerk’s office also offers voter registration and free notary services as well as many other benefits for Maine Township residents.

Congressman Raja Issues Statement on Plan to Ban Flavored E-Cigs

Subcommittee Chairman Raja Krishnamoorthi's Statement on Plan to Ban Flavored E-Cigarettes Following Info Unveiled by Oversight Committee

Congressman Raja Invites CDC Testimony on Vaping-Linked Illnesses

Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Invites the CDC to Testify Before His Subcommittee on the Outbreak of Vaping-Linked Lung Illnesses

Congressman Raja Co-Sponsors Bill to Fight Fraud on the Internet

Congressman Krishnamoorthi supports legislation that would help to stop proliferation of “deep fakes” (doctored videos and images) online

Congressman Raja Leads Hearings to Investigate Teen Vaping Crisis

Chairman Krishnamoorthi of Economic and Consumer Policy Subcommittee questions executives, students about JUUL’s role in the vaping epidemic

Congressman Raja Supports His Bill, HR 1844, on the House Floor

Congressman Krishnamoorthi welcomes the passage of his bill to rename the Elgin post office to honor Cpl. Alex Martinez, an Elgin native