FOP Illini Lodge 17

04/13/2026

Today, the Paxton Police Department mourns the loss of Lynn Ann Ingold (July 14, 1950 – April 9, 2026).

For those who may not know, Lynn was married to Paxton Mayor William “Bill” Ingold for the past 55 years. Lynn was a true friend to our department and a strong supporter of law enforcement. She was an awesome person whose kindness and spirit touched many.

Today, our officers, City of Paxton employees, the Ford County Sheriff’s Office, family, and community members came together to honor her life. 🕊️

We extend our deepest condolences to Mayor Ingold and the Ingold family.

Rest easy, Lynn. 💙🚓

03/24/2026

If you are interested, these must be purchased by April 1st! All proceeds support the IL FOP Foundation. Remember the fallen!

03/19/2026

Today was truly a great day!

We had the honor of presenting Champaign County Sheriff's Office Corrections Officer Thomas Starkey with the FOP Lifesaver Award in recognition of outstanding service while saving an inmate from harming himself.

Attorney Stephen Kelly from Stephen Kelly Law was also recognized with a plaque as a small token of our appreciation for his continued support and commitment to law enforcement in our community.

To top it off, the Legion of St. Michael Illinois-Central LEMC generously presented a check to support the Taylor Briggs Scholarship Fund.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to celebrate these individuals and organizations who make such a meaningful impact every day.

Illinois Fraternal Order of Police National Fraternal Order of Police

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patricks Day to our members and the Local Community that we are proud to serve!

02/25/2026

Thank you to WCIA 3 News for covering this great fundraiser! Thank you to everyone else who either participated or donated to help our retired K9s!

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — A new fundraising organization through the Fraternal Order of Police is dedicated to paying for retired service dogs’ medical care. This weekend, they had their…

02/15/2026

We were honored to host a pre-party for the Night to Shine sponcered by The Tim Tebow Foundation event! Our lodge leaders were proud to welcome these well-dressed guests who truly shined! ✨

Big thanks to The Stefanie Pratt Team Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group for sponsoring this and the Rockin Express for getting everyone there safely and in style. This was our third-year hosting, and we can’t wait to do it all again next year!

02/03/2026

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Peoria County Sheriff’s Office

We are releasing the name of the deputy who was shot multiple times during a traffic stop on January 31, 2026.

Deputy Jack Evans, 24, was sworn in with the Peoria County Sheriff’s Office on January 3, 2023. Deputy Evans has served with professionalism, dedication, and a strong commitment to public safety since the day he took his oath. He has already earned numerous awards in his time here at PCSO.

Deputy Evans remains under medical care but is in good spirits and has a long road to recovery. Deputy Evans sustained gunshot wounds to both of his legs and his torso. We ask the community to keep Deputy Evans, his loved ones, and all first responders involved in their thoughts.

The investigation is ongoing and being conducted by the Peoria Police Department. Additional information will be released as it becomes available and as the investigation allows.

Sheriff Watkins

02/02/2026

Congratulations Detective Snow and good luck in your next endeavor !

On Thursday, we said goodbye to Detective Ryan Snow as he prepares to begin a new career.

Ryan started at the University of Illinois Police Department in 2012 and has spent the last 14 years serving our campus community with loyalty and dedication. Last January, he was assigned to the Detective Bureau, where he investigated and solved many cases.

Thank you for your years of service, Ryan, and good luck in your next chapter. You will be greatly missed.

12/25/2025

12/05/2025

We are excited for our Chaplain Lutz Braunig, who was installed as the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Chaplain this Wednesday. Chaplain Braunig has faithfully served as chaplain for our Illini Lodge 17, University of Illinois PD, Champaign County Sheriff's Office, and Mahomet PD for decades. Chaplain Braunig's academic and theological credentials are extensive, and his faithfulness to his calling has touched many lives of cops here and all over Illinois. Please join us in congratulating Chaplain Lutz Braunig on this great honor and pray for his strength and wisdom as he takes on the responsibility of his advanced role in the FOP.