Roadways across parts of the Chicago area were flooded Friday afternoon as slow-moving storms dumped heavy rain on the region ...

Illinois has more local governments than any other state. A new study from the Civic Federation shows how that can be costly ...

Four people were injured, three critically, in a mass shooting near the Cook County Courthouse early Saturday morning, Chicago police said.

Cook County property tax bills already on track to be at least one month tardy may arrive even later as controversial contractor Tyler Technologies’ upgrades to the countywide property tax ...

A Cook County pilot program aimed at making homeownership possible for more residents hit a big milestone Wednesday, with the opening of two modular homes in Humboldt Park.

The imprisoned leader of a notorious polygamist sect fraudulently transferred $834,000 to his brother in an effort to hide the money from one of his victims.

30 veteran homeowners in Cook County received repairs to their homes using $125,000 in federal grants and the help of Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago.

Cook County jury to hear lawsuit against polygamous sect leaders A woman who won a $10 million judgment against the group's prophet is seeking to collect the proceeds of a land sale near Grand Marais.

Commissioner Robinson-McKenney’s legacy of service, resilience, and leadership will be remembered by many throughout the Cook County community.

Health care spending, which makes up some 60% of the overall county budget, will actually see a budget shortfall in 2025, after expectations of a surplus.

Community events in San Diego County: From Ocean Beach Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off to Wellness Festival at Liberty Station Sneak peek at upcoming street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances ...