by Rocio Bernal | Apr 27, 2026 | News
The Italian American Police Association of Illinois mourns the tragic loss of our brother, Officer John Bartholomew, a ten-year veteran of the Chicago Police Department. On April 25, 2026, John made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the citizens of Chicago. While...
by Rocio Bernal | Apr 26, 2026 | News
The Public Safety section of the City of Chicago Office of Inspector General (OIG) has completed an inquiry into the Chicago Police Department’s (CPD) implementation of immediate recommendations made by the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF). Following a 2019...
by Rocio Bernal | Nov 25, 2025 | News
We remember and honor Frank J. DiMaria, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and retired Chicago Police Officer with over 30 years of dedicated service. Frank touched the lives of many through his leadership, community involvement, and deep love for his family. His...
by Rocio Bernal | Aug 4, 2025 | News
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Jason LoCoco as the next Chief of Police for the Village of Lemont. Jason was officially appointed at the Village Board Meeting on Monday, July 28, and will assume the role following the retirement of Chief Marc Maton....
by Mill Richards | Sep 19, 2024 | News
After 39 years as a police officer, Philip Tenerelli continues to serve his community in an abundance of ways. He recently signed on for a sec- ond term as president of the Italian American Police Association, having joined the organization in 1984. “I was...
by Mill Richards | Sep 17, 2024 | News
Niles, IL – Chief Luis C. Tigera and the Niles Police Department are proud to announce the graduation of Commander Tony Scipione from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. The 291st session of the National Academy consisted of 254 law enforcement officers...
