Commissioner Michael Scott, Jr.

Looking for a job or a new career opportunity? Join us at the 2026 Cook County Job Fair on Wednesday, May 27 from 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM!

Connect with employers from various Cook County departments, explore career opportunities, and take the next step toward your future. Whether you’re looking for full-time work, a career change, or resources to grow professionally — this event is for you.

Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your future.

🔗 Register today: bit.ly/CCjobfair

Vacant land is full of opportunity when communities have the tools, resources, and partnerships to bring new ideas to life.

Join us tomorrow for “Unlocking the Keys to Success: Vacant Land” with the Cook County Land Bank Authority to learn more about redevelopment opportunities, funding resources, and pathways to community investment across Cook County.

Together, we can turn vacant spaces into thriving community assets.

Too many people are navigating the justice system without the information or support they need. That’s why I’m encouraging residents to attend this important resource fair hosted by Clerk Mariyana Spyropoulos.

Whether you need help understanding a case, finding legal resources, or learning where to turn for support, this event will connect you directly with agencies and organizations here to help.

🗓 Saturday, June 6, 2026
⏰ 10AM – 1PM
📍 Hamilton Park Cultural Center Fieldhouse, 513 W. 72nd St.

Knowledge is power — and access matters. I hope to see you there.

Homeowners: The tax year 2025 exemption application will close on Friday, May 15th. Apply now for your property tax savings: cookcountyassessoril.gov/exemptions

Summer internships are open for Cook County high school students over the age of 16!

✔️ Paid, full-time (7 weeks)
📅 June 22–Aug 7
🏛️ Work in Offices Under the President

Gain hands-on experience in public service.

Learn more and apply by May 11 at: cookcountygov.info/4deiNSR

Cook County has announced a new funding opportunity for organizations that provide a variety of reentry services. Qualified organizations will have the opportunity to be part of new and existing initiatives that support justice-involved residents in Cook County. Interested organizations may attend a Virtual Pre-submittal Conference on May 11, 2026 at 10am. To learn more and register for the conference, visit CookCountyIL.gov/JACGrants.

Looking forward to this Saturday's Shred-A-Thon with Midway Moving and Storage in the parking lot of Chicago World Language Academy!

From 9am-11am, bring up to 2 boxes of documents to shred, & please remove paper clips, binder clips, and staples.

Thanks to co-sponsors Commissioner Michael Scott, Jr., State Senator Lakesia Collins, State Representative Yolonda Morris, State Rep. Jawaharial "Omar" Williams, Alderman Jason C. Ervin, and Alderman Walter Red Burnett!

See you Saturday!

I was proud to join 100 seniors at Hope Presbyterian Church in the 2nd District for a meaningful laptop giveaway. After being pre-trained by the Hope Technology and Education Center, they’re now equipped to confidently stay connected in today’s digital world.

Thank you to Pastor Leslie Sanders and First Lady Julie Sanders for your leadership and commitment to our community.

This is what real impact looks like—access, education, and opportunity right here at home.