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Sheriff’s Chess for Freedom Program Wins at 3rd Annual Anthem Awards

Silence DoGood - February 1, 2024

the Chess for Freedom Program has impacted participants of more than 2,000 men and women in custody, and the Jail has served as host to multiple international chess tournaments through the sponsorship and support of FIDE. #chessforfreedom

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Sheriff Dart Hosts Cook County Jail’s Largest Global Virtual Chess Competition

Silence DoGood - October 11, 2023

Currently, more than 80 individuals in custody at the Jail participate in weekly chess program classes. #chess #cookcountyjail

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