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Cook County Named Top Ten Digital County by the Center for Digital Government Four Years in a Row
For four years in a row, the Center for Digital Government (CDG) named Cook County one of America's Top 10 Digital Counties with a population of more than one million. The 2023 award identifies the best technology practices among U.S. counties, including initiatives that streamline delivery of government services, encourage collaboration and shared services or enhance cybersecurity.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle Launches 2023 Equity Plans in Historically Disinvested Communities
Cook County Equity Fund Taskforce provides updates on transformative policies and programs around health, housing, infrastructure, criminal justice and economic development, among others.
Cook County Department of Public Health Partners With PCs for People to Provide 100 Free/Low-Cost Computers for Suburban Cook County Youth
Program Is Part of the County’s Project Rainbow to Address Learning Loss Caused by the COVID-19 Pandemic
Governor Pritzker and President Preckwinkle Announce New Statewide Network to Deploy Computer Devices for Low-Income Residents Across the State
To Enhance Digital Access for Low-Income Families, Governor Issues Call to Action to Public/Private Sectors to Donate Used Equipment to be Refurbished for Illino
President Preckwinkle Announces Distribution of Laptops to Low-income, Housing Authority Households with School-age Children across Suburban Cook County
Today, President Preckwinkle joined the Housing Authority of Cook County (HACC) to mark Digital Inclusion Week by announcing a new initiative to provide laptops for all school-age HACC residents whStories
HANA Center’s Digital Skills Program Empowers Korean Immigrants in the Northwest Suburbs
HANA Center’s Tech to Connect and Thrive program empowers Korean immigrants in Cook County with hands-on digital skills training—taught entirely in Korean. From smartphone basics to job search tools, the program helps seniors stay connected, independent, and informed.
Forest Park Partnership Builds Digital Confidence Through Community, Storytelling, and Resilience
A unique partnership is helping older adults in Forest Park gain digital skills and confidence through hands-on classes, community storytelling, and access to devices. By spotlighting real-life learner journeys, the program is fostering connection, resilience, and a stronger, more digitally inclusive community.
ROC ED’s AR Project Connects Southland Residents to Local History and Digital Literacy
ROC ED is blending digital inclusion with local history through an immersive AR/VR project that brings Cook County’s Underground Railroad sites to life. Designed for underserved Southland communities, the initiative builds digital skills while celebrating Black heritage—empowering residents to learn, connect, and thrive through emerging technology.