A former Cook County assessor’s office employee was sentenced Tuesday to three years’ probation for conspiring to accept golf outings at country clubs from two businessmen in exchange for ...

The law narrowed the definition of residential land, leading to higher tax rates for some vacant lots. Property owners can protest valuations by submitting a form to the assessor's office.

Assessor Mike Castellon says assessments reflect market values, which are impacted by rising construction costs and increased housing demand. The county is holding town hall meetings to address ...