Cook County Democratic Party

Cook County Commissioner Monica Gordon (left) will run in the November general election to replace Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough. Chief Deputy Clerk Cedric Giles (right) will server as interim clerk through the end of December. (Provided)

Cook County Democrats Tap Commissioner to Replace Karen Yarbrough, Pick Interim Clerk

Apr 26, 2024 | Heather Cherone

Leaders of the Cook County Democratic Party selected Cook County Commissioner Monica Gordon to run in the November general election to replace Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough, who died April 7.

Ald. Jim Gardiner declined to respond to questions from WTTW News about the reports of an FBI probe while at City Hall on Sept. 14, 2021 for a meeting of the Chicago City Council. (WTTW News)

Gardiner Rebuked by Cook County Democratic Party After Probe of Profane, Misogynistic Texts

Oct 18, 2021 | Heather Cherone

Ald. Jim Gardiner's actions disgraced all Cook County Democrats, according to a statement from party leaders after a probe.

US Senate Candidates Fail to Get Endorsement of Cook County Democrats

Duckworth, Zopp fail to get backing of the Democratic Party

Aug 19, 2015 | Paris Schutz

Wednesday is a make-or-break day for candidates running for office in 2016. The powerful Cook County Democratic Organization met for what is their traditional slating session. Which candidates won the coveted endorsement and how does it bode for 2016?