Sterling, Illinois Police Department

10/31/2026

10/30/2026

The Sterling Police Department is hiring for the position of Administrative Assistant to the Chief of Police.

To read the full job description and put an application in online, follow the link below!

https://www.sterling-il.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=98&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Administrative-Assistant-to-the-Chief-of-43

10/30/2026

Our annual Trunk or Treat event is TONIGHT!

Join us for Sterling Police Department's annual Trunk or Treat tonight from 4–6 PM at the Twin City Farmers Market. We can't wait to see everyone's costume, handout some candy, and enjoy a fun evening with our community!

Still deciding on a costume? Come dressed as a police officer 😎🚓

We hope to see you there!

10/29/2026

Thank you to the Sterling-Rock Falls daycare for having us at your Trunk or Treat event!

10/28/2026

Today we honor the brave men and women who protect and serve our communities every day.

On National First Responders Day, we thank our law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMT's, paramedics, 911 dispatchers, and all other first responders for their dedication, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to keep our neighborhoods safe.

Thank you for answering the call, for showing up, and for making a difference, every single day!

10/27/2026

Grab the family and join us on Monday, November 9th, at the downtown Sterling Theater for a showing of the original Paw Patrol: The Movie!

🚪 Doors open at 5:00 PM
🎥 Movie starts at 6:00 PM
🍿 The first 50 people will receive free popcorn

Seating is first come, first serve, so arrive early to grab your spot! Seating is limited to the theater’s maximum capacity. Additional concessions will be available for purchase.

We can’t wait to see you there!

10/26/2026

Our annual Trunk or Treat event is happening this Friday, October 30th! We are excited to see everyone there!

10/23/2026

What a great morning! A big thank you to everyone who donated to our Kids’ Winter Gear Drive benefiting April House Children's Advocacy Center.

Hosted by our Detectives Division, this drive was a great opportunity to come together as a community and help keep local kids warm this winter.

We even had some special visitors today, Andrew Stutzke WQAD and his dog Cooper, and Brinkley, our retired comfort dog, made an appearance as well!

We’re incredibly grateful for everyone who donated, spread the word, and helped make this event a success.

10/22/2026

Thank you to Sauk Valley Bank for the delicious pumpkin bars. Your support is appreciated!

10/22/2026

Happening tomorrow! The Sterling Police Department’s Winter Gear Drive is happening tomorrow to support the kids at April House Children’s Advocacy Center!

Thank you to everyone helping make a difference and keeping local kids warm this winter. We can’t wait to see everyone out there!