‘Thinking differently’: Inside Cook County Jail’s chess program and the wizardry of ‘Coach K’
Now in its second decade, the Cook County Jail chess program is thriving, competing internationally and above all — it’s ...
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Cook County deputies train for life-or-death situations at newly upgraded facility
From hostage rescues to active shooter situations, the drills are based on actual encounters officers have faced in the field ...
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Cook County fugitive who ditched GPS tracker captured after months on the run: sheriff
A Cook County fugitive who has been on the run since last May was arrested and charged after violating his electronic ...
Maine Township looking for nomination for late Cook County deputy sheriff award
Maine Township is accepting nominations for a resident to receive a community accolade in honor of a sheriff’s deputy who lived in and was “deeply involved” in the township. Nominations are being ...
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Local law enforcement prepares for real-life scenarios at renovated Maywood facility
MAYWOOD, Ill. (WLS) -- Local law enforcement officials are making new training adjustments in Cook County. The sheriff's office has a newly renovated range and training center in Maywood.
Cook County’s Democratic incumbents plant flags for 2026 re-election bids
With a year to go until the 2026 primary election, Democratic Cook County officials are marking their territory. County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Sheriff Tom Dart, Treasurer Maria Pappas and ...
Sheriff’s office hiring cook at $20+ an hour
The job pays $20.59 an hour to start with 10 paid holidays and 88 hours off with vacation, personal and sick time. The ideal ...