Fallen Police Officers From Chicago, Park Forest Honored in State Capitol

Family, friends, supporters honor fallen Illinois police officers

Held annually on the first Thursday in May, the event is a tradition to honor law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty the previous calendar year.

Fallen Police Officers From Chicago, Park Forest Honored in State Capitol

Fallen Police Officers From Chicago, Park Forest Honored in State Capitol UIS Public Aff… Thu, 05/07/2026 - 17:14 Capitol News Illinois by Jenna Schweikert and UIS Public Affairs Reporting (PAR), Capitol News Illinois In a ceremony at the state Capitol, family, friends and supporters honored the lives of two law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty in 2025. The ceremony honored Officer Krystal Rivera of the Chicago Police Department…

Senate Democrats honor fallen police officers at Springfield ceremony

SPRINGFIELD – Members of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus gathered Thursday to honor the brave law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their communities during the 41st annual Illinois Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony in Springfield. “Today we remember the courageous officers who gave their lives in service to others and recognize the sacrifices made by their families and fellow officers,” said Bill Cunningham…