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When your military chapter closes, it doesn’t mean the mission ends. At ISP, you’ll find brothers and sisters who live by the same values of service, teamwork, and honor. Curious where you’d fit? Then join us at our next event: Military to ISP Career Exploration! 📅 Wednesday, April 22 | 10A–2P 📍 Armory 34th DSB - 1551 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago 👉 All are welcome. No RSVP required. Questions? ISP.Recruitment@illinois.gov 🔗 illinoistrooper.com #MilitaryTransition #IllinoisStatePolice #NextMission

𝐌𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐈𝐏𝐋𝐄 𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐎𝐈𝐒 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐏𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐒𝐐𝐔𝐀𝐃 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐒 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐂𝐊 𝐎𝐍 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐀𝐂𝐑𝐎𝐒𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝙁𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙄𝙎𝙋 𝙏𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧 𝙨𝙦𝙪𝙖𝙙 𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙨 𝙝𝙞𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙣𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙡𝙮 12 𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨 𝐒𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐅𝐈𝐄𝐋𝐃 – The Illinois State Police (ISP) experienced three Move Over Law-related crashes while responding to emergency incidents across Illinois on March 16, 2026. An additional squad car was also struck by a passing motorist in a weather-related crash. Read full news release: prez.ly/bi9d

We remember Trooper Layton Davis. Trooper Layton Davis was shot and killed while making a traffic stop on Interstate 57, near Effingham. Trooper Davis stopped a vehicle occupied by two escaped convicts. During the stop one of the escapees slipped a .357 caliber revolver into his waist band. As Trooper Davis frisked him, he spotted the revolver and a struggle ensued. Trooper Davis was shot and succumbed to his injuries. Both escapees were apprehended and sentenced to 100+ years in prison. Trooper Davis served with the Illinois State police for 19 years and was assigned to District 12. Trooper Davis was a WWII veteran and survived by his wife and three children. End of Watch, March 18, 1976 #NeverForget

To serve with the BEST, you must put in the time. The Illinois State Police Academy ensures every cadet receives current, comprehensive training designed to meet today’s demands. ISP delivers extended, in-depth, and specialized instruction that incorporates new legal requirements while prioritizing employee wellness, resilience, and long-term career success. ISP’s 30-week Academy provides a balanced, modern training environment grounded in proven practices and responsive to the evolving public safety landscape. ISP’s focus is on developing Troopers who are confident, capable, ethically driven, and fully prepared to serve their communities with integrity and dedication. ISP remains committed to excellence and to maintaining its reputation as one of the best-trained and most respected law enforcement agencies in the country. Be among the best. Join ISP at illinoistrooper.com.

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day! This past Saturday, March 14, the ISP Honor Guard participated in the Springfield St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate this great tradition in our capital city. As you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day today, remember to celebrate responsibly. If your plans include alcohol, make sure you have a sober ride home. 🍀 #StPatricksDay #DriveSober #IllinoisStatePolice #HonorGuard

🎥 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫/𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫 - 𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 🚔🚨 Looking for a fast-paced, exciting opportunity where your creativity makes an impact? The Illinois State Police is seeking an experienced Videographer/Editor ready to flex their creative muscle with a premier law enforcement agency. In this role, you’ll shoot and edit video for public service announcements and media campaigns, create video graphics, set up in-studio recordings, and handle news conferences in the field. If you’re passionate about visual storytelling and want your work to support public service, we want to hear from you. 📍 Location: Springfield, IL Apply today and bring your talent behind the lens to a mission that matters. 🔗 View the full job posting and apply: illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Springfiel… #NowHiring #Videographer #ILStatePolice

Are you ready to stop thinking about your future and start building it. Submitting an application. Choosing a test date. Stepping into a career defined by service. Not everyone takes that leap — but the ones who do never regret it. Applicant Testing Dates: May 16, 2026 – Springfield June 6, 2026 – North – location pending June 9, 2026 – Springfield Step up to a life of service with the ISP. Traditional Applications are OPEN! Deadline to apply: June 1, 2026. illinoistrooper.com Cadet Class 155 begins February 2027. #ApplyNow #MeaningfulCareer #PoliceCareers #ShowUpForService

📱 Text a friend. 🚕 Grab a cab or hop on the bus. 🚗 Order an Uber or Lyft. 🙋‍♂️ Pick a designated driver. 😴 Stay overnight. 🚶Walk if you’re close enough. There are plenty of ways to get home safely. But whatever you do… don’t drive after drinking.

Every single time someone takes their eyes or their focus off the road - even for just a few seconds - they put their lives and the lives of others in danger. Distracted driving is unsafe, irresponsible and in a split second, its consequences can be devastating. 𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠: 🚘 Pull over to a safe place to talk on the phone, text message, or email. 🚘 Don't touch that dial. 🚘 Don’t multi-task when driving. 🚘 Pull over to care for children. 🚘 Stop to eat or drink. To learn visit: isp.illinois.gov/TrafficSafety/…

Applying is just the start — the real commitment begins when you step into the academy. Day one might feel overwhelming, but you’ll walk out with a sense of pride that comes from pushing yourself. That’s where a career built on integrity and purpose truly begins. Applicant Testing Dates: May 16, 2026 – Springfield June 6, 2026 – North – location pending June 9, 2026 – Springfield Step up to a life of service with the ISP. Traditional Applications are OPEN! Deadline to apply: June 1, 2026. illinoistrooper.com The next traditional cadet class starts February 2027. #FutureTrooper #ServeWithPride #PoliceCareers #ShowUpForService

ISP remains focused on reducing gun violence and urges Illinois law enforcement agencies to join these efforts by applying for firearm enforcement grants today. Learn more and read the full news release: prez.ly/6Ebd

To serve with the BEST, you must put in the time. The Illinois State Police Academy ensures every cadet receives current, comprehensive training designed to meet today’s demands. ISP delivers extended, in-depth, and specialized instruction that incorporates new legal requirements while prioritizing employee wellness, resilience, and long-term career success. ISP’s 30-week Academy provides a balanced, modern training environment grounded in proven practices and responsive to the evolving public safety landscape. ISP’s focus is on developing Troopers who are confident, capable, ethically driven, and fully prepared to serve their communities with integrity and dedication. ISP remains committed to excellence and to maintaining its reputation as one of the best-trained and most respected law enforcement agencies in the country. Be among the best. Join ISP at illinoistrooper.com.

The Illinois Graduated Driver’s License (GDL) program is designed to keep new drivers safe. Tune in for our latest Rules of the Road Refresher video to make sure you’re up to speed. 🚗💨 #RulesOfTheRoadRefresher

Opportunities don’t wait — you must act when they appear. Applications for our Traditional Cadet Class 155 are open through June 1, 2026, and this could be the moment that shapes the life you’re aiming for. A career built on Integrity, Service, and Pride isn’t given; it’s earned through commitment and effort. This is your moment to step toward it. Traditional Applications are OPEN! Deadline to apply: June 1, 2026. Step up to a life of service with the ISP. illinoistrooper.com CC155 starts February 2027. #CareerWithPurpose #IllinoisCareers #ServiceMatters #ShowUpForService

Severe weather is expected for the region; please use caution and be safe.

When a career in law enforcement keeps calling to you, there’s no better moment to answer. The next ISP Traditional Cadet Class is your chance to step into a path with purpose, stability, and impact. It all starts with one move — submitting your application. You don’t need every detail figured out. You just need the drive to take the step that changes what your future looks like. Step up to a life of service with the ISP. illinoistrooper.com Traditional Applications are OPEN! Deadline to apply: June 1, 2026. The next traditional cadet class starts February 2027. #ApplyNow #FutureTrooper #PoliceCareers #ShowUpForService

Technology is constantly evolving, and many parents wonder how they can keep up and help keep their children safe online. Learning about digital awareness and online safety is one of the best ways to protect our youth. By understanding potential risks on the internet, parents and guardians can help guide their children to make smart and safe choices online. To learn more about protecting your children and increasing your digital awareness, visit: bit.ly/3NiQ3zg When we stay informed, we help keep our kids safe. Together, we can protect our youth both online and in our communities. ❤️

"The world needs STRONG women. Women who will lift & build others, who will love & be loved. Women who live BRAVELY, both TENDER & FIERCE. Women of indomitable will.” -Amy Tenney Happy International Women’s Day to the women of ISP and all the women we serve. You are all incredible! 🤍✨❤️ #IWD2026 #GiveToGain

We remember Sergeant Corwin McConkey. Sergeant Corwin McConkey succumbed to gunshot wounds he received during a traffic stop near Cisco, Illinois. Sergeant McConkey was taken to John Warner Hospital in Clinton where he succumbed to his wounds two weeks later. The suspect escaped but committed suicide two days later. Sergeant McConkey had served with the Illinois State Police for ten years and was assigned to District 10. Sergeant McConkey was a WWII Navy veteran and was survived by his wife and two sons. End of Watch, March 8, 1951 #NeverForget

Daylight Saving Time begins tomorrow and that means it’s time to 𝘴𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥! ⏰🌅 Even a small change in sleep can have a big impact on alertness, especially during the morning commute. Reduced visibility and increased fatigue can lead to slower reaction times and a higher risk of crashes. Plan ahead, allow extra travel time, stay off your phone, and practice patience with other drivers who may also be adjusting to the time change. A safe commute starts with you. Drive alert. Drive focused. Drive responsibly. 🚔 #TrafficSafety #DaylightSavings2026 #DriveSmart