More suburban police get drug to help overdose cases – Daily Southtown

More suburban police get drug to help overdose cases – Daily Southtown

More suburban police get drug to help overdose cases – Daily Southtown

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By Mike Nolan A year after a state law took effect that requires first responders to carry naloxone, which can revive someone suffering from an overdose of heroin or other opioids, officers from dozens of suburban Cook County police departments have been trained in administering the drug and supplied with it. Naloxone counteracts the life-threatening effects […]

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Commissioner Morrison’s Statement on the Catastrophic Flooding in Texas

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“My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone impacted by Hurricane Harvey and catastrophic flooding it has caused – especially to the families and friends of those who tragically lost their lives. To the brave first responders selflessly and tirelessly fighting to keep residents safe, thank you.” “As these events continue to unfold, my wife

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Commissioner Morrison’s Statement on Yesterday’s Events in Charlottesville

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“Our nation was founded on the idea that all people are created equal, regardless of creed or color. Yesterday’s rally in Charlottesville by the KKK, Nazis and white supremacists stands in stark contrast to this principle. Let me be very clear, there is no place in society for racism, bigotry or hatred of any manner,

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A better way to go than Cook County’s checkerboard of minimum wages – Chicago Sun-Times Editorial Board

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The Cook County Board never saw it coming, but it has created enormous confusion for dozens of suburbs and local businesses.There has to be a better way, and it’s probably to be found in Springfield.​On July 1, the county increased the minimum wage to $10 an hour, up $1.75 from the state-mandated minimum of $8.25.

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Commissioners Sean Morrison and Richard Boykin Urge Passage of Item No. 17-1636

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Tomorrow, the Cook County Board of Commissioners will vote on Item No. 17-1636. It is a resolution formally requesting President Donald Trump send additional federal resources to Chicago. The resolution calls for additional resources for law enforcement, additional federal law enforcement agents and economic investment in communities across the county. We are distressed because it

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Are Illinois taxpayers finally waking up? – Chicago Tribune

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By Kristen McQuearyJune 30, 2017 Property taxes on the climb. An income tax hike debated in Springfield. An unpopular soda tax in Cook County. Residents with their pockets inside-out in Chicago. It appears there’s an awakening among Illinois voters. And it’s about time, after decades of risky borrowing, faulty promises, weak-kneed politicians. Springfield officials predict

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Commissioner Morrison’s Letter to the Editor: Suburbs Are Right To Opt Out – Journal Online

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Editor, Journal: Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle made a comment this past week about suburban communities that have opted out of Cook County’s minimum wage hike and paid sick leave ordinances by calling them, “shortsighted and self-centered.” When I heard this comment I could not help but think that it is one that drips

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Agreement Reached – Cook County Sweetened Beverage Tax to be Repealed on October 10th

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Chicago, IL – After numerous negotiations over the last 48 hours, an agreement has been reached with 11 of my fellow commissioners to sign onto the Sweetened Beverage Tax Repeal Ordinance which will be called for a vote in the Finance Committee on Tuesday, October 10. This morning, I submitted a substitute amendment to my

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