Harvard Police Department

06/17/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT – TEMPORARY DETOUR ON WEST DIGGINS STREET TODAY 🚧

Please be advised that a temporary traffic detour will be in place on West Diggins Street today, from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM due to a special event being held at Rush Creek Distillery, 1501 West Diggins Street.

Eastbound through traffic will be directed to:
➡️ Potawatomi Way
➡️ Comanche Circle
➡️ Chippewa Road
➡️ Back to West Diggins Street

Westbound through traffic will follow the same route in reverse.

Local traffic will still have access to the area; however, motorists can expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes when possible.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to ensure the safety of event attendees and the traveling public.

06/12/2026

06/11/2026

TORNADO WATCH OUTLINE UPDATE FOR WT 313
NWS STORM PREDICTION CENTER NORMAN OK
155 PM CDT THU JUN 11 2026

TORNADO WATCH 313 IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 900 PM CDT FOR THE
FOLLOWING LOCATIONS

ILLINOIS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

ADAMS BOONE BROWN
BUREAU CARROLL CASS
COOK DE KALB DE WITT
DUPAGE FORD FULTON
GRUNDY HANCOCK HENDERSON
HENRY IROQUOIS JO DAVIESS
KANE KANKAKEE KENDALL
KNOX LAKE LA SALLE
LEE LIVINGSTON LOGAN
MARSHALL MASON MCDONOUGH
MCHENRY MCLEAN MENARD
MERCER MORGAN OGLE
PEORIA PIKE PUTNAM
ROCK ISLAND SANGAMON SCHUYLER
SCOTT STARK STEPHENSON
TAZEWELL WARREN WHITESIDE
WILL WINNEBAGO WOODFORD

06/11/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT – TEMPORARY DETOUR ON WEST DIGGINS STREET 🚧

Please be advised that a temporary traffic detour will be in place on West Diggins Street on Wednesday, June 17, from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM due to a special event being held at Rush Creek Distillery, 1501 West Diggins Street.

Eastbound through traffic will be directed to:
➡️ Potawatomi Way
➡️ Comanche Circle
➡️ Chippewa Road
➡️ Back to West Diggins Street

Westbound through traffic will follow the same route in reverse.

Local traffic will still have access to the area; however, motorists can expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes when possible.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to ensure the safety of event attendees and the traveling public.

06/10/2026

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for western McHenry County.

06/10/2026

Mark your calendars.......National Night Out 2026!

Get ready to come together with the Harvard Police Department for a night full of fun, food, and community connection!

📍 Where: Harvard Moose Lodge, 22500 Route 173, Harvard
🗓 When: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Meet your local first responders, enjoy free food, games, giveaways, and plenty of family-friendly fun—all while helping build a stronger, safer Harvard!

This is YOUR night—don’t miss it!

06/06/2026

🚨 Traffic Alert – Expect Heavy Delays 🚨

Due to road closures and the main Milk Days Parade moving through Harvard today, drivers should expect significant traffic delays throughout the area.

🚧 Roads Affected Include:

Ayer Street

Diggins Street

North Hart Street

Thompson Street
…and surrounding intersections.

Parade activities will continue throughout the day, and roads will remain closed until the event concludes.

📍Please plan alternate routes and allow extra travel time.
We encourage residents and visitors to be patient, and stay alert for pedestrians.

Thank you for helping keep our community safe during this special weekend!

06/05/2026

🚧 Milk Days is here! 🚧

As Milk Days festivities kick off this week and continue through the weekend, the Harvard Police Department would like to remind everyone to be safe and mindful while enjoying the celebrations.

Please be aware of increased pedestrian traffic throughout the community, especially near event locations, parade routes, and downtown areas. Motorists are encouraged to slow down, stay alert, and watch for pedestrians crossing streets. Be prepared for temporary road closures and traffic delays as various events take place.

Whether you're attending the carnival, parade, or any of the other great Milk Days activities, please plan ahead, follow posted signs and directions, and help make this a safe and enjoyable event for everyone.

Have fun, stay safe, and enjoy Milk Days!

06/04/2026

06/02/2026

🚧 Milk Days is here! 🚧

As Milk Days festivities kick off this week and continue through the weekend, the Harvard Police Department would like to remind everyone to be safe and mindful while enjoying the celebrations.

Please be aware of increased pedestrian traffic throughout the community, especially near event locations, parade routes, and downtown areas. Motorists are encouraged to slow down, stay alert, and watch for pedestrians crossing streets. Be prepared for temporary road closures and traffic delays as various events take place.

Whether you're attending the carnival, parade, or any of the other great Milk Days activities, please plan ahead, follow posted signs and directions, and help make this a safe and enjoyable event for everyone.

Have fun, stay safe, and enjoy Milk Days!