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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Cook County, Illinois, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 16,383 stories have been published about Cook County, Illinois which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Cook County, Illinois, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 16,383 stories have been published about Cook County, Illinois which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

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Entertainment · Chicago

‘Chicago Fire’s Jake Lockett on His Return: Carver & Violet Still Don’t Have Any Closure

67% Center coverage: 9 sources

Lockett exited between seasons. Would he return again after his brief visit?See the Story

Chicago, IL · Chicago

Sparkle Grooming Co. Makes Its Chicago Debut with Three Franchise Licenses

100% Center coverage: 8 sources

Three salons awarded to local entrepreneur Wendi Wolmer, bringing wellness-focused pet care to the city.See the Story

Chicago, IL · Chicago

Rand McNally Publishing Launches The Official Map of the Route 66 Centennial

100% Center coverage: 8 sources

CHICAGO, Jan. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Rand McNally Publishing, America's leading map company for 170 years and a Founding Sponsor of the Route 66 Centennial, today released The Official Map of the Route 66 Centennial. Produced in partnership with the…See the Story

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