City of Palos Hills Resource and Recreation Department

06/24/2026

Updated policies for this year's Friendship Fest!

06/23/2026

06/22/2026

Hickory / Palos Sertoma Club Cash only please!

06/22/2026

Come get your vehicle washed by the cutest kids around! The kids are will earn a reward of McDonald's for lunch!

06/19/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 19, 2026

Palos Hills Police begin Fourth of July crackdown on impaired drivers and seat belt law violators

Palos Hills, IL – The Palos Hills Police Department announced plans for Independence Day traffic enforcement with a focus on impaired and unbuckled drivers. The safety campaign will run from June 19 through July 6 to encompass three summer weekends leading up to and after the holiday.

“We’re asking all of our residents and visitors to celebrate Independence Day safely,” said Deputy Chief Carroccio. “It’s simple: If you’re driving, don’t drink or use drugs. Our officers will be out in full force to keep impaired drivers off the road.”

The Palos Hills Police will join the Illinois State Police and more than 200 local police and sheriff’s departments for the increased statewide enforcement effort.

“This Fourth of July, designate a sober driver and don’t let friends or family members drive under the influence,” said Deputy Chief Carroccio.

Other important tips include:

• Give your designated driver your keys before you go out.
• If you are drunk or impaired by cannabis or other drugs, call a taxi, take mass transit, use your favorite ride-sharing service or call a sober friend or family member to get you home safely.
• Promptly report drunk drivers to law enforcement by pulling over and dialing 911.
• Make sure everyone in your vehicle wears their seat belt. Not only is it the law, it’s your best defense against an impaired driver.

The Illinois Independence Day enforcement campaign is funded with federal highway safety dollars administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation and supported by the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement agencies across the state. It’s reinforced with IDOT’s “It’s Not a Game” media campaign, which shares real stories of Illinois residents lost in fatal crashes.
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06/16/2026

We had our first Art in the Park with Ms.Liz today at Bennett Park! Today the kids took a nature walk and then made a craft!

06/16/2026

Thank you Palos Hills for being patient as City crews continue their clean up from last week's storms. There is a lot of tree removal work that needs to be done, so your patience is appreciated. If you have any questions about storm clean up, please call City Hall at 708-598-2992.

Thank you to City crews and staff who are working hard for our residents! We appreciate you!

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