One year into her term, State's Attorney Burke issued the following progress report to reflect on the progress she's made since assuming office on Dec. 2, 2024.
While there is more work to do, the past year has seen violent crime in Cook County drop to historic lows as Burke's administration focuses on her chief priorities of combating gun violence, domestic violence, and violence on public transportation.
“From Day One, we have had a relentless focus on guns – particularly those modified with machinegun conversion devices or switches – which have been terrorizing our neighborhoods for far too long,” Burke said. “These weapons of war are major drivers of violence, and holding those who use them accountable, coupled with renewed collaboration with law enforcement, has had an unmistakable impact on the progress we’re seeing in the crime fight. While we are nowhere near satisfied, and won’t be until every resident of Cook County feels safe in their own community, we are greatly encouraged by the progress we’re seeing.”