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- 'Cook County' Review: Anson Mount Propels Film Festival WinnerWith strong acting and a tough subject matter, writer/director David Pomes's 'Cook County' did well on the festival circuit. Stars Anson Mount, Xander Berkeley, and Ryan Donowho all deliver powerful performances.
- Cook County OKs 10-Day Government ShutdownCounty commissioners approved a budget plan that would shutdown government offices an additional five unpaid days each year.
Red Light Cameras Remain a Controversial Issue Between Cook County, Suburbs, and Their ResidentsThe installation of red light cameras has become an important issue. This is what both sides are doing about it.- What Has Cook County President Todd Stroger Been Doing Wrong?Todd Stroger was voted out as Cook County president, so how does he get back at the Board and all of Cook County? Please read on.
- Mike Quigley Wins Democratic Nomination in Illinois' 5th DistrictCook County Commissioner Mike Quigley won the Democratic nomination for Illinois' 5th District Congressional seat on Tuesday March 3, 2009.
Cook County Impound Program Expects to Bring in Over $1 MillionA recent Cook County, Illinois program that impounds the cars of criminals is expected to bring in over $1 million for the County.- Rural Courthouse Shooting Highlights Need for SecurityBeing rural is no excuse for being lax with courthouse security.
Second Act: Corinne Edwards ReinventedCorinne Edwards started two businesses, married and had children. She yearned for a new challenge. She took a media class, interviewed a gang leader and ended up hosting a cable TV show, writing five books and publishing a blog.
A Look at Potential Candidates for Mayor of ChicagoWho will be Chicago's next mayor? It won't be Daley. The mayor announced he will not seek another term. The candidates are beginning to line up and declare their intentions to take over the job.- What Will Chicago Do Without Todd Stroger? the Answer is Very Simple, We Can Breath AgainThis is to show all of Illinois and Cook County residents that we will not be known as the highest tax city. More jobs,funding, and most of all the taxes are going to go lower not higher.
- A Guide to Saving Money in Cook CountyTips and helpful hints for those living in Cook County, affectionately known as Crook County, to save money on everyday items like food, gas, and other daily essentials.
Four-Month Illinois Prostitution Bust Ends in 254 ArrestsIn a four-month prostitution crackdown, the Cook County Sheriff's Department ended up arresting 254 individuals. Many of the prostitutes advertised their services on Craigslist.