What to know about the Democratic primary for Cook County board president

What to know about the Democratic primary for Cook County board president

Ald. Brendan Reilly (42nd) faces off against longtime incumbent Toni Preckwinkle in the March 17 Democratic primary for Cook County board president. Here's a closer look at the race. What does the Cook County board president do?The Cook County board president is the chief executive of one of the biggest counties in America. The president oversees the county’s jail, vast court system and large public health system that has a mission and legacy to…

Board discusses goals for county’s future

County commissioners met Friday to map out a path for growth while protecting the natural beauty that defines the area.