Thornton IL Police Department

10/16/2026

🎃🚨 THORNTON FALL FEST REMINDERS – PLEASE READ! 🚨🎃
The Thornton Police Department would like to remind all residents and visitors of two important things as we get ready for the Village of Thornton Fall Fest this Saturday, October 17! 🍂
🚗 NO PARKING AROUND VILLAGE HALL
No-parking signs will be posted on the affected streets. All vehicles must be removed by 8:00 AM on Saturday, October 17. Vehicles left on the affected streets after the deadline will be subject to towing at the owner's expense. Please plan ahead and move your vehicles to avoid being towed!
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 AGE REQUIREMENT
Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult age 18 or older to enter and attend Fall Fest. Parents and guardians, please plan accordingly.
Our goal is to make this year's Fall Fest a safe, fun, and enjoyable event for everyone! We appreciate your cooperation and understanding, and we apologize for any inconvenience caused by the temporary parking restrictions.
🍁 We look forward to seeing everyone at the Village of Thornton Fall Fest! Have fun and stay safe!
— Thornton Police Department 👮

10/15/2026

🚨 REMINDER: NO PARKING AROUND VILLAGE HALL – THORNTON FALL FEST 🚨
The Thornton Police Department would like to remind residents that NO PARKING signs will be posted around Village Hall on Friday, October 16, 2026, in preparation for the Village of Thornton’s Fall Fest.
📅 All vehicles must be removed from the affected streets by 8:00 AM on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
🚗 Vehicles left parked on the affected streets after the deadline will be subject to towing at the owner’s expense.
Please make arrangements to move your vehicles before the deadline to avoid being towed and to help ensure a safe and successful Fall Fest for everyone.
We appreciate your cooperation and apologize for any inconvenience.
Thank you for helping make Thornton’s Fall Fest a great event for our community!
— Thornton Police Department 👮‍♂️

10/13/2026

📢 IMPORTANT FALL FEST REMINDER 🎃
The Thornton Police Department would like to remind all residents and visitors that anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult age 18 or older to enter and attend the Village of Thornton Fall Fest.
We ask parents and guardians to plan accordingly and ensure that anyone under 18 attends with a responsible adult.
Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and enjoyable Fall Fest for everyone! Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
We look forward to seeing everyone at the Village of Thornton Fall Fest! 🍂🎃
— Thornton Police Department

10/12/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT – THORNTON FALL FEST 🚧

The Thornton Police Department would like to inform residents that street closures and parking restrictions will be in effect around Village Hall on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 8:00 AM until midnight for the Village of Thornton’s Fall Fest.

During this time, the designated side streets surrounding Village Hall will be closed to through traffic, and no parking will be permitted on the affected streets.

📍 Please refer to the attached map for the locations of the street closures and plan accordingly.

We apologize for any inconvenience these closures may cause and appreciate your patience and cooperation as we help make this year’s Fall Fest a safe and enjoyable event for everyone!

Thank you for your continued support.

— Thornton Police Department 👮‍♂️🚔

10/10/2026

09/24/2026

🚧🚓 HEAVY TRAFFIC ALERT – RAIL ROAD CAUTION/STOPPED TRAIN 🚂🚓🚧

****UPDATE: All intersections are now open. Thank you for everyone’s patience. Please, as always, drive safely and cautiously at all times.****

The Thornton Police Department would like to advise residents that all in town intersections are currently blocked at the rail road crossings. The rail road has been contacted but are unable to provide a time of removal of the train.

Please avoid the area and seek alternate routes until the train has moved.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation to resolve this issue. Updates will be provided as they become available.

Please follow all posted signs and directions from emergency personnel.

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09/12/2026

Today, the Thornton Police Department proudly recognizes the women who serve, protect, and make a difference in our community every day.

Thank you for your courage, dedication, and service! 🇺🇸💙

09/11/2026

🇺🇸 REMEMBERING 9/11 — 25 YEARS LATER 🇺🇸

At 0745 hours this morning, Thornton Police Officers and Thornton Firefighters gathered at Village Hall for a moment of silence to reflect on the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001.

Twenty-five years later, we continue to remember the 2,977 innocent lives lost, the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice, and the countless first responders who answered the call that day.

Today, we pause to honor their courage, sacrifice, and service. We also remember the families, friends, and communities forever changed by that tragic day.

We will never forget. 🇺🇸

Please take a moment today to thank a police officer, firefighter, paramedic, military member, or other first responder for their service and sacrifice.

September 11, 2001 — 25 Years Later — NEVER FORGET.

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09/11/2026

🇺🇸 WE WILL NEVER FORGET 🇺🇸

Today, September 11, 2026, marks the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001.

Twenty-five years later, we remember the nearly 3,000 innocent lives lost, the families forever changed, and the courage displayed by the countless first responders who ran toward danger while others were running away.

We remember the police officers, firefighters, paramedics, military members, and everyday Americans who answered the call that day—and those who continue to serve and protect our communities today.

The Thornton Police Department will never forget.

Today, we ask our residents to take a moment to remember and reflect. And if you see a police officer, firefighter, paramedic, dispatcher, or other first responder, please take a moment to simply say:

“Thank you for your service.”

Those words mean more than you may realize.

🇺🇸 September 11, 2001 — 25 Years Later
We Remember. We Honor. We Will Never Forget. 🇺🇸