Chenoa Police Department

Chenoa Police Department City of Chenoa Police Department

Serving Citizens of City of Chenoa and Village of Gridley in McLean County

Emergency: Dial 911

Non-Emergency Numbers
Chenoa: 815-945-7111
Gridley: 309-747-3700
or
309-888-5030

Administrative Phone Number:
815-945-7627

NEWSFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 27, 2026Chenoa Police Department reports successful Memorial Day “You Drink, You Drive, You...
05/27/2026

NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 27, 2026

Chenoa Police Department reports successful Memorial Day “You Drink, You Drive, You Lose” and “Click It or Ticket” campaigns

[Chenoa, IL] — Chenoa Police Department today announced the results of its Memorial Day 2026 “You Drink, You Drive, You Lose” and “Click It or Ticket” enforcement campaigns aimed at combating impaired driving, increasing seat belt use and keeping roads safe during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.

During the campaigns, Chenoa Police Department Conducted 39 Traffic Stops, resulting in 46 Citations Issued. Also included were 2 arrests; Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and Driving While License Revoked, and Driving While License Suspended.

Total Citations included:
• [1] DUI arrests.
• [2] suspended/revoked license actions.
• [2] uninsured motorist citations.
• [26] speeding citations.
• [5] distracted driving citations.

The campaign’s success reflects law enforcement's commitment to roadway safety and reinforces the message that buckling up saves lives.

The “You Drink, You Drive, You Lose” and “Click It or Ticket” initiative is funded with federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. For more information on safe driving practices, visit ItsNotaGameIllinois.com.

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This friendly puppers was found running around on the west end of Chenoa this evening. Please contact the Chenoa Polic...
05/25/2026

This friendly puppers was found running around on the west end of Chenoa this evening. Please contact the Chenoa Police dispatch at 815-945-7111, If this is your dog to speak to the officer on duty.

🇺🇸 Memorial Day 2026 🇺🇸Today, the Chenoa Police Department honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ult...
05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day 2026 🇺🇸

Today, the Chenoa Police Department honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. Their courage, dedication, and selfless service will never be forgotten.

As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, we ask our community to take a moment to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy because of those who gave everything to protect them.

From all of us at the Chenoa Police Department — thank you to our fallen heroes and the families who carry their legacy forward.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget. ❤️🤍💙

05/21/2026

This month we want to recognize the following Officers that are celebrating service anniversaries with the Chenoa Police Department:

-May 21st: Assistant Chief Ron Vanhouten - 15 Years as Full Time Officer, Part Time Officer for 22 years prior

05/11/2026

Chenoa Parents......

Chenoa Police would like to speak with you about your teen's early morning walk around town on Sunday I suppose they were trying to do some last minute Mother's Day shopping, but trying to access a building that does not belong to them at 4:45 am is not the safest thing to do.

Please contact us at 815-945-7627 so we can have a discussion about your teenagers.

NEWSFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 11, 2026Zero excuses: ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign underway for Memorial Day[Chenoa, IL] —...
05/11/2026

NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 11, 2026

Zero excuses: ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign underway for Memorial Day

[Chenoa, IL] — The Chenoa Police Department is joining law enforcement agencies across Illinois for the 2026 “Click It or Ticket” campaign running May 15-26 during the Memorial Day travel period.

“Buckle up every trip, every time,” said Chief Cornwall. “Seat belts save lives, and we are committed to keeping our roads safe.”

Officers will conduct high-visibility enforcement day and night, focusing on seat belt violations. Motorists who fail to buckle up can expect to be stopped and ticketed.

Illinois law requires all drivers and passengers to wear seat belts. While usage has increased to 93% in 2025, unrestrained fatalities remain a concern — especially at night.

The “Click It or Ticket” initiative is funded with federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. For more information on safe driving practices, visit ItsNotaGameIllinois.com.

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05/08/2026

Chenoa Police Department Monthly Activity Summary

April 2026

Calls for Service: 131

Reports Taken: 17

Arrests: 9

4/1/26: MALE, 26, Joliet – Cited for Driving While License Suspended and Speeding 30 mph over the limit. He was released on Notice to Appear

4/11/26: MALE, 43, Decatur– Arrested for Driving While License Suspended and Suspended Vehicle Registration. He was lodged at McLean Co. Jail.

4/11/26: FEMALE, 39, Decatur – Arrested on Dewitt County Warrant and Lodged at McLean County Jail.

4/12/26: MALE, 26, Chenoa – Arrested for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid Crash, Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol over .08 BAC. He was lodged at the McLean County Jail.

4/18/26: FEMALE, 32, Chenoa – Arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and lodged at McLean County Jail.

4/18/26: MALE, 30, Chenoa – Arrested for Burglary to Motor Vehicle and lodged at McLean County Jail.

4/18/26: FEMALE, 32, Chenoa – Arrested for Criminal Trespass to Residence, Assault, Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Police Officer and Criminal Damage to Property. She was lodged at the McLean County Jail.

4/25/26: FEMALE, 22, Peoria – Cited for Speeding 19 mph over the limit and Driving While License Suspended. She was released on Notice to Appear.

4/29/26: MALE, 27, Portales NM – Cited for Disobeying Stop Sign and Driving While License Suspended. He was released on Notice to Appear.

Total Citations: 111

66 - Speeding 1-25 mph over the limit
15 - Speeding 26 - 34 mph over the limit
4 - Speeding 35 mph or more over the limit
2 – Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol
1 – Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol with BAC over .08
4 – Driving While License Suspended
12 - Improper Use of Electronic Communication Device
2 – Suspended Vehicle Registration
1 – Disobeyed Stop Sign
1 – Driving in Wrong Lane
1 – Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident
1 – Scott’s Law: Failure Move Over/Slow Down for Stopped Emergency Vehicle
1 – Not Wearing Seat Belt

Warnings: 35

The preceding information pertains to arrests made by the Chenoa Police Department on the basis of probable cause. All arrestees are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Full Details on Adult Arrestees are available at Chenoa PD.

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The Chenoa Police Department announces distracted drivingenforcement results(CHENOA, IL.) — The Chenoa Police Department...
05/06/2026

The Chenoa Police Department announces distracted driving
enforcement results

(CHENOA, IL.) — The Chenoa Police Department announced it issued 11 citations for hands-free traffic violations, 45 speeding citations, 1 seatbelt citation, 1 Driving While License Suspended, 1 Scott’s Law violation, 2 other citations, 1 arrests for a Wanted Subject, and 1 missing person located safely during September’s distracted driving enforcement campaign.

“Driver distraction is a persistent issue in our area that often has life-altering consequences,” said Chief Travis Cornwall. “Issuing a citation is a proven way to get motorists to pay attention or pay the price. This safety campaign may be over, but we will continue our efforts to stop motorists from engaging in this deadly behavior.”
Chenoa Police Officers joined forces with the Illinois State Police, local law enforcement and highway safety partners for this enforcement effort.

The distracted driving campaign was funded with federal traffic safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.

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