A Springfield Police Officer was recognized by the state law enforcement standards board and given the “2025 Women in ...

The Illinois Senate approved a bill that calls for a more thorough review of prospective police officers’ work history.

Saying it was "somewhat bittersweet," Springfield Police Chief Ken Scarlette announced April 9 he is retiring after 27 years with the department.

Springfield Police Chief Ken Scarlette is stepping down. He announced Wednesday he will retire in June. Scarlette has been with the department for 27 years, the last three as chief. "After much ...

Springfield Fire Chief Ed Canny announced April 15 that he would be retiring next month, capping a 28-year career with the ...

Springfield Police Chief Ken Scarlette announced his retirement, effective in June, after serving three years in the role.

With National Workzone Awareness Week approaching, Illinois transportation and law enforcement officials are teaming up to ...

The Illinois State Police (ISP) and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) are intensifying efforts to enforce the ...

spent 30 years with the Illinois State Police ... other than Scarlette, at the Springfield Police Department, though Mayor Misty Buscher could go outside of the department for Scarlette's successor.

Illinois State Police (ISP) and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) are reminding the public to move over or get ...

A Springfield man was arrested for first degree murder in connection with the shooting death of a 19-year-old Stonington man.

With warmer weather on the way, the Springfield Police Department is setting its sights on unauthorized outdoor gatherings, ...