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The Mayor recently signed a proclamation recognizing National Flag Day, honoring the adoption of the United States flag ...
06/14/2026

The Mayor recently signed a proclamation recognizing National Flag Day, honoring the adoption of the United States flag on June 14, 1777.

National Flag Day is a time to reflect on the history, values, and ideals represented by our nation's flag. Join us in recognizing National Flag Day and proudly displaying the Stars and Stripes!

🚨 Reminder: Outdoor warning sirens are designed to alert people who are outside to seek shelter inside. They are not int...
06/12/2026

🚨 Reminder: Outdoor warning sirens are designed to alert people who are outside to seek shelter inside. They are not intended to be heard indoors.

Make sure you have multiple ways to receive weather and emergency alerts in your home, such as:
📱 Wireless Emergency Alerts on your phone
📻 NOAA Weather Radio
📺 Local TV and radio stations
📲 Trusted weather apps

Having more than one way to receive warnings helps ensure you are aware of dangerous weather and can take action quickly to keep yourself and your family safe. Be prepared before severe weather strikes.

CONSTRUCTION ALERT: Additional intermittent road closures are planned on Palatine Road as part of the Illinois Departme...
06/12/2026

CONSTRUCTION ALERT: Additional intermittent road closures are planned on Palatine Road as part of the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) Illinois Route 53 Improvements.

Palatine Road under Illinois 53 will be closed for 15 minute intervals intermittently during nighttime hours for girder placement. Tonight, June 12, the 15 minute full stops will occur from 7:00 PM to 3:00 AM. On Saturday, June 13, the 15 minute full stops will be from 10:00 PM to 3:00 AM.

For more information, call IDOT’s project contacts Maria Castaneda at (312) 447-1919 or Guy Tridgell at (312) 343-1731.

Public Works Forestry crews have been cleaning up damaged parkway trees and limbs that fell from parkway trees during th...
06/12/2026

Public Works Forestry crews have been cleaning up damaged parkway trees and limbs that fell from parkway trees during this week’s storms, with a priority on clearing streets and sidewalks to ensure they are passable.

Crews are picking up debris from parkway trees only. To report parkway tree damage, call Public Works at (847) 705-5200 or submit a Request for Action at https://esuite.palatine.il.us/esuite.requestforaction/default.aspx and select "Tree Problems".

Branches and limbs from trees on private property will not be collected. Residents with private brush to dispose of should process it for their weekly household yard waste collection or hire a contractor to haul it away.

For yard waste collection guidelines or more information, visit https://www.palatine.il.us/670/Yard-Waste or call Public Works at (847) 705-5200.

UPDATE: The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has rescheduled the ramp closures at Dundee Road from tonight ...
06/11/2026

UPDATE: The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has rescheduled the ramp closures at Dundee Road from tonight to Friday evening for changing the traffic pattern on Illinois Route 53 north of Rand Road.

On Friday, June 12, the northbound and southbound lanes of Illinois 53 north of Rand Road will be shifted to the outside lanes to allow for storm sewer crossing work in the inside lanes. After the traffic change is finished, two lanes will be open on both northbound and southbound Illinois 53. All of the entrance ramps to Illinois 53 from Dundee Road and the exit ramps from Illinois 53 to Dundee Road will be closed on Friday evening (approximately 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM) to accommodate the traffic shift.

For more information, call IDOT’s project contacts Maria Castaneda at (312) 447-1919 or Guy Tridgell at (312) 343-1731.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has been replacing the noise abatement walls alon...
06/11/2026

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has been replacing the noise abatement walls along Illinois Route 53 between Dundee Road and Lake Cook Road. Work on the northbound wall has been proceeding and grade beam work is planned for the week of June 15. Foundations will be drilled and posts installed, then panel placement will begin. All panels are expected to be placed by early July. Grading work for the southbound wall is ongoing.

For more information, please contact IDOT’s project contacts Maria Castaneda at (312) 447-1919 or Guy Tridgell at (312) 343-1731.

CONSTRUCTION ALERT: The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) continues its work on Illinois Route 53 from Inter...
06/09/2026

CONSTRUCTION ALERT: The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) continues its work on Illinois Route 53 from Interstate 90 to Lake Cook Road. Additional ramp closures at Dundee Road are planned this week for changing the traffic pattern on Illinois 53.

On Thursday, June 11, the northbound and southbound lanes of Illinois 53 north of Rand Road will be shifted to the outside lanes to allow for storm sewer crossing work in the inside lanes. After the traffic change is finished, two lanes will be open on both northbound and southbound Illinois 53. All of the entrance ramps to Illinois 53 from Dundee Road and the exit ramps from Illinois 53 to Dundee Road will also be closed on Thursday evening (approximately 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM) to accommodate the shift.

For more information, please call IDOT’s project contacts Maria Castaneda at (312) 447-1919 or Guy Tridgell at (312) 343-1731.

NEWS RELEASEDate: June 8, 2026Palatine Police Department595 N. Hicks RdPalatine, IL 60067Phone: (847) 359-9000Chief of P...
06/09/2026

NEWS RELEASE
Date: June 8, 2026

Palatine Police Department
595 N. Hicks Rd
Palatine, IL 60067
Phone: (847) 359-9000
Chief of Police
William Nord

Water-Related Death Investigation on E. Twin Lakes Drive

UPDATE (June 10 at 4:00 p.m.) - IDENTIFICATION

The individual involved in the water-related incident that occurred on June 8, 2026, in
the 1200 block of E. Twin Lakes Drive has been positively identified as Marcale D. Cole,
34.

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On Monday, June 8, 2026, at approximately 6:11 p.m., the Palatine Police Department and Illinois State Police responded to the 1200 block of E. Twin Lakes Drive for a report of a suspicious person.

Officers and Troopers located an individual matching the description of the suspicious person and attempted to make contact with him. During the incident, the individual entered a nearby body of water and did not resurface.

The Palatine Fire Department responded and initiated rescue efforts. The individual was later located in the water and transported to an area hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.

The incident remains under investigation. Additional information will be released when appropriate.

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This National Civilian Law Enforcement Appreciation Week, we proudly recognize the dedicated civilian professionals who ...
06/08/2026

This National Civilian Law Enforcement Appreciation Week, we proudly recognize the dedicated civilian professionals who serve alongside our sworn officers every day.

From dispatchers and records specialists to administrative staff, crime analysts, victim advocates, and countless others, their commitment, expertise, and hard work help keep our department running and our community safe.

Their contributions often happen behind the scenes, but their impact is felt throughout our organization and community. Thank you for your professionalism, dedication, and service. We are grateful for all that you do.

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Palatine, IL
60067

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