News: Public Safety

Police News, Fire News, and other Safety-Related News

  • Youth Police Academy Debuts

    05/02/2013 - The St. Charles Police Department will host its first ever Youth Police Academy June 10-14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The academy is open to kids ages 13-16 and will showcase careers in police and fire work, encourage team work, and grow self-esteem.
  • Near-Record Flood Engulfs Region

    05/02/2013 - The City was Prepared and Activated Effective ResponseApril went out with a bang as storms reportedly dropped nearly 4-1/2 inches of rain in St. Charles in about a 24-hour period April 17. The entire region experienced excessive amounts of rain, which caused the Fox River to crest at approximately 12.8 feet above flood level before it was all over.

Police News

National Police Week 2013

This week is National Police Week – a week set aside to remember the many law enforcement officers who have given their lives in the line of duty and to honor those officers who serve and protect our communities every day.  Blue ribbons are available at the City of St. Charles reception desk for those who would like to tie one on their car antennae in recognition and support.   A Law Enforcement exhibition in honor of National Police Week is on display in the south window of the St. Read more »

Youth Police Academy Debuts

The St. Charles Police Department will host its first ever Youth Police Academy June 10-14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The academy is open to kids ages 13-16 and will showcase careers in police and fire work, encourage team work, and grow self-esteem. Read more »

Roadside Safety Check - Friday, April 26, 2013

The Illinois State Police and St. Charles Police Departments will conduct a joint roadside safety check in St. Charles during the evening of Friday, April 26, 2013. Read more »

Flooding Update: April 18, 4:30 p.m.

Some Closed Roads are Reopened as Water Recedes in Some Areas

The City of St. Charles emergency and public works crews continue to respond to the extreme amounts of rain that fell over the last 24 hours. With rainfall diminishing, and waters now receding in some areas, monitoring the future cresting of the Fox River becomes key.

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Fire News

Flooding Update: April 18, 4:30 p.m.

Some Closed Roads are Reopened as Water Recedes in Some Areas

The City of St. Charles emergency and public works crews continue to respond to the extreme amounts of rain that fell over the last 24 hours. With rainfall diminishing, and waters now receding in some areas, monitoring the future cresting of the Fox River becomes key.

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Winter Fire Safety Tips

As the temperatures dip, the St. Charles Fire Department would like you to keep these winter safety tips in mind: Read more »

Fire Chief Patrick Mullen Retires after 35 Years in Fire Service

After five years of distinguished, dedicated, and honorable service to the City of St. Charles, Chief Mullen has elected to retire from the fire service. Patrick Mullen was hired by the City of St. Charles as Fire Chief on October 1, 2007, after 19 years of service to the City of Naperville Fire Department where he achieved the rank of Assistant Fire Chief. Read more »