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Congratulations to the (W)RAP Drug Court graduates! Yesterday's ceremony celebrated their hard work and dedication. Thank you to Judge Burns, the (W)RAP team, the State's Attorney's Office, Sheriff's Office and community partners!

The Circuit Court of Cook County celebrated its latest SEED program graduates. Chief Judge Charles S. Beach II delivered remarks recognizing participants who are building career pathways, moving forward and clearing their records. Congratulations to the graduates!

Students from Clearmont Elementary School visited the Richard J. Daley Center for a courthouse tour celebrating Polish Heritage Month, learning about the judicial system and connecting with members of the judiciary.

Protective orders provide legal protections in a range of circumstances. Learn about the types available in Illinois and how to access court resources. READ MORE: tinyurl.com/CC-ProtectiveOrd…

Cook County Circuit Court judges attended the Illinois Bar Foundation Gala, celebrating 75 years of advancing justice and supporting the legal community.

In celebration of Polish Heritage Month, Polish judges and attorneys attended an event at Millennium Park welcoming a delegation from Warsaw. Chicago and Warsaw have shared a sister-city partnership since 1960.

As Hispanic Heritage Month concludes, the Circuit Court of Cook County celebrates its Hispanic judges and their community contributions. The Illinois Latino Judges Association (ILJA) traveling display was featured at the Daley Center.

Cook County judges gathered for Cannoli in the Courtroom, celebrating Italian Heritage Month with the Illinois Italian American Judges Association and honoring Italian American heritage, culture and community.

Judge Diann Marsalek joined judges, attorneys and members of the legal community for the 92nd Annual Votive Red Mass of the Holy Spirit at Holy Name Cathedral. Judge Susan Kennedy Sullivan was honored during this year’s Mass.

Congratulations to the 13 graduates of the Avondale Restorative Justice Community Court! 🎓 The RJCC brings young adults, families and community members together through restorative practices and support to help build a positive future.

Today is World Teachers’ Day! 📚We celebrate the educators who help shape the future of Cook County’s children and thank them for the guidance, dedication and care they provide every day.

Chief Judge Charles S. Beach II joined former Chief Judge Timothy C. Evans and members of Cook County’s Safety and Justice Challenge working group Wednesday talking through where the reform work goes next.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Throughout the month, the Circuit Court of Cook County will share information and resources to raise awareness and connect individuals and families with support. rebrand.ly/CCCresources

September 30 is International Translation Day. Court interpreters help ensure language is not a barrier to understanding and participating in the judicial process. Learn more: rebrand.ly/office-interprete…

Chief Judge Charles S. Beach II was honored to receive the Distinguished Service Award from the Illinois Judges Foundation, along with U.S. District Judge April Perry and retired Illinois Supreme Court Justice Robert Carter.

⚖️ Did You Know?September 24 marks the anniversary of the federal court system. The Circuit Court of Cook County, however, is part of the Illinois state court system. #DidYouKnow #CookCounty

September 23 is International Day of Sign Languages. Accessible communication is essential to ensuring equal access to justice for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. Learn more: rebrand.ly/DHHA

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. This month, we raise awareness, reduce stigma and remind our communities of the importance of connection, support and mental health. #SuicidePreventionMonth

This Hispanic Heritage Month, meet Presiding Judge Susana Ortiz. Shereflects on her Mexican heritage, career, community and why diversity on the bench matters. tinyurl.com/zsv44v9u

National Hispanic Heritage Month begins September 15. Throughout the month, we’ll celebrate Hispanic and Latino heritage and feature some of the Hispanic judges of the Circuit Court of Cook County and their stories of service.