Jacksonville Citizens Police Academy Alumni

06/10/2026

Thank you, JPD Deputy Chief Rodney Cox, for your 30 years of service to our community. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement.

Congratulations to new Deputy Chief Kyle Chumley. We look forward to continuing to work with you.

The Jacksonville city council will say good bye to one police department administrator, and welcome another tonight. Deputy Chief Rodney Cox is stepping down, retiring after 30 years with the force…

06/05/2026

SAVE THE DATE!!!

This year’s Central Illinois Policeman’s Ball will be on Saturday, November 14th at Twisted Tree Music Hall with entertainment by The Longmeyer Band!

Tickets go on sale August 1. Like and follow this page to stay informed about this upcoming event.

A special thank you to Myers Signs and Graphics for designing our beautiful banner. Watch for it in the upcoming Fourth of July parade!

Jacksonville Illinois Police Department
South Jacksonville Police Department
Jacksonville, IL FOP Lodge 125
Illinois State Police

06/02/2026

Thank you Jacksonville Transfer Co., Event Space for your continued support and appreciation for our area first responders. We appreciate you!

06/02/2026

Jacksonville Fire Department hosted students from Jacksonville Illinois Police Department Teen Police Academy today. Citizens Police Academy Alumni/Volunteers in Police Service (CPAA/VIPS) are always happy to assist JPD with this vital program.

Teen Academy is split into two classes. The two Academies are Middle School age (12-14) and High School age (15-17).

The students are able to interact with officers as well as experience what officers do on a day-to-day basis.

The students are exposed to exciting aspects of Law Enforcement as well as a focus on teambuilding and leadership skills. Some of the activities are with our Special Response Team, K-9, fingerprinting, Crime Scene Investigation and much more. The areas are interactive and, in most cases, hands on.

Thank you, Jacksonville Fire Department and Jacksonville Firefighters Local 637!

05/22/2026

Awesome job, Jacksonville Illinois Police Department Lt. Mark Lonergan! Lt. Lonergan is also one of the driving forces behind Citizens Police Academy and the alumni/VIPS. We’re so proud of you, Mark!

Illinois Fraternal Order of Police

A Jacksonville police officer has been honored for his work to help save the life of a local businessman. Jacksonville police lieutenant Mark Lonergan has been presented with the Illinois Fraternal…

05/17/2026

From The Source. Citizens Police Academy Class 30 graduation.

Jacksonville Citizens Police Academy graduates 30th class Class 30 of the Citizens Police Academy graduated May 5 following a 10-week course to learn about policing, the criminal justice system, and how law enforcement works with local agencies, businesses and schools. The annual program is sponsore...

05/14/2026

Now in its 23rd year, Dunkin’s Cop on a Rooftop has raised more than $11.1 million dollars for Special Olympics Illinois.

On Friday, May 15, from 5 a.m. until noon at participating Dunkin’ locations, representatives from the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Illinois will be collecting money that goes directly to support programming for Special Olympics athletes across the state.

This event is a collaboration between Dunkin’, Special Olympics Illinois, and local law enforcement partners statewide to raise critical funds for Special Olympics athletes.

Dunkin’ and the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Illinois are thrilled to continue this incredible tradition of supporting these amazing athletes.

There are over 375 Dunkin’s participating in this year’s event in Illinois.

Dunkin’ guests who donate to Cop on a Rooftop will receive a coupon for a free donut.

Guests who donate $10 or more will receive a coupon for a free medium hot or iced coffee.

For a full list of participating locations, please visit coponarooftop.com.

05/14/2026

On Wednesday, it was our honor to again provide meals for both shifts at Jacksonville Illinois Police Department for National Police Week.

Thank you for your service to our community. We appreciate you!

05/14/2026

On Wednesday, it was our honor to again provide meals for both shifts at South Jacksonville Police Department for National Police Week.

Thank you for your service to our community. We appreciate you!