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E.P.D. Clergy Team Hosts - Police Appreciation Day on May 10th

The entire community is invited by the Chaplain Team of the Evanston Police Department to a Ceremony of Service.

Evanston Animal Control Reports Found Toy Poodle

The City of Evanston’s Animal Control Bureau has apprehended a lost apricot colored toy poodle in the 1000 block

Evanston Police Remind Bicyclists Not to Ride on Sidewalks Downtown

The Evanston Police Department is starting a Spring campaign to make bicyclists aware that riding on sidewalks in the Downtown

RX Take-back Day Set for April 28

The City of Evanston, in association with PEER Services of Evanston, will be participating in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s

"Project Sticker Shock" Set for May 11 to Curb Underage Drinking

Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition (ESAPC) will be visiting local stores that sell alcohol on May 11, 2012 to place stickers on

IEMA Launches Pet Preparedness Radio Spots

A new radio public awareness campaign set to hit the airwaves in Illinois will bring a humorous approach to the

National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week April 8-14

HELP CELEBRATE NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATOR WEEK, SAVE LIVES AND THE ENVIRONMENT Each year, the second week of April is

Evanston Police Arrest Criminal Sexual Assault Offender

Posted in Arrests

On Monday, March 5, 2012 at approximately 1:55PM, Evanston Police responded to a call of a criminal sexual assault that

2012 Evanston Budget Fee Changes Effective Dates

In order to balance the Fiscal Year 2012 Budget, the Evanston City Council voted to reduce numerous expenses, reduced several

Evanston Police Department Reports "Click It or Ticket/Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" Campaign a Success

Posted in Click It or Ticket, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over, IDOT, Police

The Evanston Police Department’s Traffic Management Bureau, in conjunction with the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Division of Traffic Safety (IDOT/DTS),

Evanston Honors Veterans at Fountain Square

Posted in Veterans Day Ceremony

Veterans Day ceremonies were held November 11, 2011 at Evanston's Foutain Square honoring those who have served this country. In

Inaugural Chiefs' Luncheon a Success

Posted in Evanston Police and Fire Foundation, Fire & Life Safety Services, Police

The Inaugural Chiefs’ Luncheon, presented by the Evanston Police and Fire Foundation, was held on Thursday, November 10 at Prairie

Graffiti Offender Arrested

At about 3:20 a.m. Monday, November 7 Evanston Police officers were able to arrest a subject for numerous political graffiti messages

Tickets Still Available for Police and Fire Foundation Chiefs' Lunch Nov. 10

Tickets are still available for the Inaugural Chiefs’ Luncheon, presented by the Evanston Police and Fire Foundation that will be

Tweet-along with the Evanston Police Nov. 4

The Evanston Police Department is embarking on an eight hour virtual ride-along for Twitter followers of the City of Evanston. Directly

EPD Receives National Traffic Safety Award

On October 25, 2011, The Evanston Police Department's Traffic Management Bureau received national recognition for their traffic safety and enforcement

Evanston Police and Fire Foundation Will Host Inaugural Chiefs' Luncheon on Nov. 10

The Inaugural Chiefs’ Luncheon, presented by the Evanston Police and Fire Foundation will be held on Thursday, November 10. “I

Public Service Message on Theft from the Evanston Police Department

Posted in police, safety checks

The Evanston Police Department is asking residents to assist in reducing the opportunities for thefts and burglaries. Residents are

Police Clear Homicide, Charge One with First Degree Murder and Aggravated Robbery

On 9-12-11, Evanston Police Detectives working with the North Regional Major Crime’s Task Force Investigators obtained an anonymous tip identifying

Evanston Police Detain and Question Two Persons of Interest in Homicide Investigation

On 9-2-11, at 5:20 a.m. the victim in this case, now identified as John Costulas of Chicago, Illinois, was walking

Evanston Police Seek Public's Assistance in Identifying Suspects

Evanston Police are investigating an apparent robbery that took place in the early morning of Friday, September 2nd at approximately

Evanston Police Department's Traffic Bureau Receives National & State Awards for Traffic Safety and Enforcement Initiatives

As far back as 1933, a tradition was established when the National Safety Council awarded The Evanston Police Department the

Public Invited to See Police Deployment in Action Aug 27

The Evanston Police Department invites members of the community to witness their police deployment strategy in action. This will be

Citizen Police Academy Opens Registration for Fall Session

Posted in Citizen Police Academy, Police

The Evanston Police Department has opened up registration for its Fall 2011 Citizen Police Academy program. The Citizen Police Academy

Come See Evanston Police Deployment in Action

The Evanston Police Department invites members of the community to witness their police deployment strategy in action. This will be

No Cause for Concern Over Elm Tree Inoculation Devices

The City of Evanston's elm tree inoculation program is under way and some residents have been concerned that the devices could

E.P.D. Begins Late-Night Enforcement Crackdown on Impaired Drivers

The Evanston Police Department will be conducting a roadside safety check point this Friday evening, June 17th. Officers from the

Summer Time Youth Safety & Curfew

The Evanston Police Department is committed to ensuring the safety of the community it serves. A large part of this

2011 Evanston Police Awards Ceremony - Video

On June 9, 2011 the Evanston Police Department recognized police offices from various law enforcement agencies along with residents for

Evanston Police Launch New "Text-a-Tip" Program

The Evanston Police Department has initiated a new program to assist in clearing unsolved crimes or crimes being committed that

Evanston Police to Conduct Roadside Safety Checks

The Evanston Police Department will be conducting a Roadside Safety Check beginning on Friday May 27, 2011, from 10:00 p.m.

Evanston Police Record Significant Drop in Crime for Third Consecutive Year

While other communities throughout the nation may have seen a rise in crime between 2009 and 2010, the City of

Police Warn of Fundraising Scams

The Evanston Police Department Never Solicits Publicly for Funds or Donations. On occasion the Evanston Police Department receives inquires from

Evanston Police Investigate Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident

Posted in Police

On 2-24-11, at approximately 6:14 a.m. Evanston police responded to the area of Oakton St. and Callan Ave. Evanston, Illinois

Citizen Police Academy Still Taking Applications for March 3rd Class

The Citizen Police Academy is a twelve week program designed to give the participants a working knowledge of the Evanston

Commander Jeffrey Jamraz & Sergeant Daniel Russell to Be Promoted Jan. 24

At the January 24, 2011 meeting of the Evanston City Council Evanston Police Department Commander Jeffrey Jamraz will be promoted

e-News for Jan 15-31

Get the latest news and events from the City of Evanston for January 15 through January 31, 2011 here>>>

Evanston Police Operation "Hard Swipe" Fugitive Arrested

Back in September of 2010, members of the Evanston Police Departments Neighborhood Enforcement Team (N.E.T.) were instrumental in spearheading and

Be Aware of Mail & Internet Scams

If It Sounds Too Good To Be True, It Most Likely Is - Public Service Announcement from the Evanston Police

Results of Evanston Police Department's Holiday Traffic Enforcement Initiative

The Evanston Police Department has concluded the Christmas/ New Year’s holiday STEP grant enforcement. The purpose of this campaign was

Retirement of Deputy Police Chief Demitrous Cook

Evanston Deputy Chief Demitrous Cook, Appointed New Chief of Police for the Village of Glenwood, Illinois. Whether it was negotiating

Holiday Crime Prevention Tips

The 2010 holiday season is finally here, which presents some criminal challenges to our community. Most of you will be

Evanston Police Conduct Homicide Investigation

On 12-8-10 at approximately 1:04 a.m. Evanston Police responded to the 2000 Blk. of Church St., Evanston, Illinois, referencing a

Evanston Police Department to Conduct Traffic Safety Campaign

The Evanston Police Department has been selected by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to conduct a series of traffic

Evanston Police Spearhead Proactive Multi-Jurisdictional Undercover Operation taking Guns, Drugs and Gang Members off Evanston Streets

The Evanston Police Department’s Neighborhood Enforcement Team (N.E.T.) was instrumental in spearheading and coordinating a multi-jurisdictional law enforcement effort, targeting

9/15/2010 - Update from EPD on Death Investigation

In furtherance of this investigation, the Evanston Police Department at present identifies the victim in this incident as Colin P.

Video of Evanston Police Dept. Press Conference on 9/14/2010 - Death Investigation

Click here to view video of Evanston Police Dept. Press Conference on 9/14/2010 regarding Death Investigation involving explosive device.

Evanston Police Dept. Press Conference 9/14/2010

UPDATE 4:10 P.M. On 9-14-10, at approximately 3:53 a.m. the Evanston Police Department received notification of a loud explosion possible

9/11 Memorial Ceremony at Fireman's Park

The Evanston Fire and Police Departments  will hold a memorial ceremony to honor the brave men and women who lost their lives

Evanston Police Begin Crackdown- Steps up late-night impaired driving and safety belt enforcement

Posted in Police, Safety Checks

The Evanston Police Department today announced its late-night plans for Labor Day focusing on the most deadly time of day

Evanston Police to Conduct Roadside Safety Check Sept. 3

Posted in Police, Safety Checks

The Evanston Police Department has announced that they will be conducting a Roadside Safety Check beginning on Friday September 3,

Fall "Highlights" Now Available

Posted in Highlights

The Fall 2010 edition of "Highlights" will be delivered to residents in the next few days. You can check it

EPD's Citizen Police Academy Begins Sept. 2 - Register Now

Posted in Citizen Police Academy, Police

EPD's Citizen Police Academy The Evanston Police Department offers a free 12-week program to understand the work of our police

Evanston Police Department Receives Traffic Award

As far back as 1933, a tradition was established, when the National Safety Council awarded The Evanston Police Department the

Area Man Arrested for Auto Burglary

Posted in Arrests

On 7-11-10, at approximately 4:16 a.m. , Evanston patrol officers responded into the 1300 Blk. of Ashland, Evanston, Illinois, referencing

National Night Out Celebration - August 3

Join us for our National Night Out Celebration! Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010 ~ 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. “Give Neighborhood

EPD Begins Late-Night Enforcement Crackdown on Impaired Drivers for the 4th of July

The Evanston Police Department today announced its late-night plans for July 4th, focusing on the deadliest time of day for