Human trafficking is one of the largest criminal enterprises in the world, including in the United States. In the U.S., for example, the illegal drug profit is estimated at $426 – $652 billion annually, with human trafficking bringing in approximately $150 billion annually. This makes people trafficking the most lucrative trafficking crime after drugs, according to the latest statistics available... READ MORE >
Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending. Maria Robinson The Equity in Justice Initiative (EJI) is an advisory group created in 2020 with a mission to discover, acknowledge and build awareness about what inequities exist in our justice system and to create equity in Cook County for all.... READ MORE >
The holiday season is the time of year where public safety folks pass on tips to the community regarding safety and wellness for the upcoming holidays. This year is significantly different from past holidays in that many or all of us are experiencing pandemic fatigue, anxiety, anger, uncertainty, skepticism and loneliness. Our generations have never witnessed such a trying time... READ MORE >
What is Community-Based Policing? According to Everbridge, “ Community-Based Policing is generally defined as a law enforcement philosophy that allows officers to continuously operate in the same area to create a stronger bond with the citizens living and working in that area. This allows public safety officers to engage with residents and prevent crime from happening instead of responding to... READ MORE >
The opportunities for scam artists to con people always increase as tax deadlines approach, but with the general anxiety created by the novel coronavirus (“COVID-19”) pandemic, folks are made even more vulnerable to scams this season. Phone call scams can range from someone posing as the IRS, a loved one in legal trouble, the Social Security Administration, an insurance agent,... READ MORE >
The Cook County Sheriff ’s Office is cognizant of human trafficking and takes the reports and subsequent investigation of such crimes very seriously. We work with many different agencies to share information, conduct joint investigations, provide training, and educate the public on signs of trafficking. We provide a deputy sheriff to work with the TRUST (Tribes United against Sex Trafficking)... READ MORE >
As the holidays approach, the chances of mishaps and unfortunate incidents increase. Individuals are often distracted as they juggle holiday travel, shopping, get-togethers, and parties. Cook County wants everyone to have a wonderful holiday season and, to that end, offers the following safety tips. Safety tips for traveling Get your vehicle roadready. Check your fluid levels, battery, and tire pressure/condition,... READ MORE >
Students will be going back to school soon and many will be getting there on foot or bike. The Safe Routes to School Committee (SRTS) works year-round to make it safer and easier for children to walk and bike to and from school. In the upcoming weeks, crosswalk repainting, Slow Down lawn signs, an additional speed feedback sign, and school... READ MORE >
Human trafficking is one of the largest criminal enterprises in the world. Unlike the distribution and sale of drugs, human trafficking “supplies” are not expended after a single use. In comparison, the illegal drug profit in the United States is approximately $100 billion and human trafficking brings in approximately $32 billion annually. This makes people trafficking the most lucrative trafficking... READ MORE >
Many people have questions about the proposed “jail project” that’s being explored in Cook County, and there is a lot of misinformation out there. To heighten understanding, we’d like to review what’s been done to date and next steps, as well as include citizens in this process as the Cook County Board of Commissioners decides what the right solution is... READ MORE >
