Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough, the first African-American and female Cook County Clerk, passed away at 73 after hospitalization for an undisclosed medical condition.

Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough, a trailblazer in politics and Illinois Democratic Party figure, passed away at 73 after being hospitalized for a serious undisclosed medical condition. Yarbrough became the first African-American and female Cook County Clerk in 2018, and was known for her dedication to civil rights and transparency in government. She will be remembered for her strong advocacy and commitment to her community, and for bridging racial divides in Cook County politics.

April 08, 2024
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