Toni Preckwinkle
Democratic, incumbent
Cook County Board President
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Overview
Toni Preckwinkle has served as Cook County Board President since 2010 and oversees the county's public health system, court system and annual budget.1 She is also president of the Forest Preserves of Cook County.2 She previously taught high school history and served as alderman of Chicago's 4th Ward for 19 years.3
As Cook County Board President, she lobbied for laws that raised the age for detention in adult jail from 17 to 18 and narrowed the crimes for which juveniles can be tried as adults.4 Her campaign says she has expanded access to health care for 350,000 people.5 In October 2026, she announced an $8 million county investment to help south suburban communities clean up from severe summer storms.6 As an alderman, she sponsored the living wage and affordable housing ordinance.3
Campaign money
- Reporting period
- April 1 to June 30, 2026
- Raised
- $70,883
- Cash on hand
- $110,739
| Source | Amount | Share of money raised |
|---|---|---|
| Small gifts ($150 or less) | $1,044 | 1% |
| Larger gifts | $58,089 | 82% |
| PACs, parties and other campaign committees | $11,750 | 17% |
Large contributions reported since June 30, 2026: $62,812 in 17 gifts. See the large contribution reports.
Source: Illinois State Board of Elections filings for Preckwinkle for President
Endorsements
Sources
- What to know about the Democratic primary for Cook County board president, Chicago Sun-Times. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County Government. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Toni Preckwinkle, Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- In Chicago's crowded mayor race, Toni Preckwinkle defends record on approving charter schools, Chalkbeat. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Toni Preckwinkle campaign. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Cook County pledges $8 million to help south suburban communities clean up from severe storms, Chicago Sun-Times. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Endorsements - Toni Preckwinkle, Preckwinkle for President. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- IUOE Local 150 Illinois Endorsements, General Election, November 3, 2026 (Cook County), IUOE Local 150. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.