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Seeking Justice for Officer Michael Ceriale
A clemency petition for Jonathan Tolliver will be reviewed on January 6, 2026. We honor Officer Michael Ceriale’s sacrifice and encourage the community to voice their opposition.
First Responders Holiday Party – December 10th
Join us at Marino Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram for our 2025 First Responders Holiday Party, proudly supporting Toys for Tots. 📅 December 10th | 11 AM–1 PMEnjoy pizza, carolers, and holiday fun—and bring an unwrapped toy to help make a child’s season brighter. We’re also...
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Frank J. DiMaria
We remember and honor Frank J. DiMaria, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and retired Chicago Police Officer with over 30 years of dedicated service
Honoring Rick Abt’s Generous Contribution
The Italian American Police Association proudly recognizes Rick Abt of Abt Electronics for his extraordinary support and commitment to our mission.
Village of Lemont Announces New Chief of Police
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....
Brothers and sisters in the FOP
Legislation was recently introduced in the Illinois General Assembly, House Bill 3458, that would have allowed mental illness to be a legally justifiable defense by a person charged with the aggravated battery of a police officer. Needless to say we were opposed to...
Tenerelli Stays Active After Retiring From the Force
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 working...
Niles Police Department Commander Graduates from the FBI National Academy
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.
Understanding the Chicago Police Department’s Budget
With this guide, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) aims to provide stakeholders and taxpayers with basic, foundational information about the City’s Budget and Budget process, and how CPD’s budget is built.
The Chicago Police Department’s use of ShotSpotter Technology
In this report, Office of the Inspector General (OIG) details ShotSpotter’s functionality and descriptive statistics regarding law enforcement activity related to CPD’s response to ShotSpotter alerts.
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