05/01/22 - The boys in Blue get nothing but shit from the public. Sunday morning I was out in…read moreSchaumburg when my ball joint & axel shaft assembly blew apart leaving me partially through a turn in the middle of Golf & Plum Grove Road. I called 911 & Schaumburg Police Dept sent out a squad to help by sitting behind me and keeping a car from hitting me while we waited for a tow truck. They waited behind me until the tow truck had my car loaded on the flat bed truck and we were on our way. For all the shit you hear about the police most of them are there to serve & protect and do a great job. There are always going to be a few bad apples but probably 98% do there job. Thanks again to the 2 officers who came out you are appreciated.

I was physically abused by my bf at the time, in the apartments right behind the police station…read more My mom had enough of it and called them in July 2023. When they showed up I was obviously distraught. And instead of asking me questions or listening to my side they took my bf outside and let him lie to them regarding the whole situation. When I told them all the other times he'd laid his hands on me they said "well why didn't you call us then?" And pretty much blamed me. They kicked me out of the house and he didn't get in trouble at all for dragging me all over the house and putting his hands on me. I had no family or anywhere to go in Illinois, I spent the night in my car and was given a pamphlet on Domestic Violence. My brother's a police officer and he was appalled with how Schaumburg Police dealt with this situation. Yall should be ashamed !

As anyone - Police are not your friends . They have a duty to protect us . Expect when me and my 11…read moremonth old were forced to walk home after being pulled over and not once being told why I was being pulled over - that day my license was suspended ( is was suspended not 3 hrs and he took my daughter from me and arrested me without any probable cause . A reminder that police officers are not above the law .- please do not donate to your Hanover police department . I was forced to pay over 1,000 for a fee that wasn't even for my car it was for the police department. If you donate to Hanover park police department look at the officers your supporting and write a check to the Hispanic people who have suffered from ICE and police officers who take their last dollar that was meant to feed their family.

Dear Hanover Park Police Department,…read more This morning I was dropping off my daughter for kindergarten. I pulled up behind another car, walked her safely to the side door, and when I returned, I saw that an officer was issuing me a ticket. I understand that safety around schools is very important, and I fully support efforts to protect children. However, I was surprised and disappointed that I was given a ticket rather than a warning. At a time when the police are working to build stronger relationships with residents, families, and local businesses, handing out tickets in front of a school during drop-off feels like the wrong approach. A simple warning would have been more effective in reminding me (and others) of the rules, while also showing that the department values partnership and understanding. Instead, the ticket left me feeling punished rather than supported -- which unfortunately damages trust rather than building it. I respect the Hanover Park Police Department and the important work you do. My hope is that the department considers using more warnings, education, and positive engagement in situations like this, especially around schools, where parents' first priority is getting their children in safely.

I live in Streamwood and it's the worst police officers in this country…read more Every 4th of July they stay inside of the police station and not bother to do their job stopping at the very loud bombs like fireworks. It happens every year the same thing. I call 911 and I'm transfered to the Streamwood front desk and who answer the phone - usually a woman - saying the same fraze " they're busy going to other places in Streamwood" and is not true. After 1 hour, 2 hours and hours going by they never come to my area where I live in a non stop horrible noise. The bad guys have fun because they know no police bother them. Every year the same ones do the same thing. Last year I drove to the police station at night after I called them and no police officer came in my neighborhood and all the police officers were there in their room with A/C. They're paid to do their jobs but they do nothing. The police officers in Chicago put their life in danger while here they just sit at the police station and get paid for it. I complained last year to the police chief about the war zone like I had to endure on the 4th of July but the people who cause these bombs like fireworks started a week before 4th of July and I continued another week late nights after, close to my house. Nothing changed, is horrible and how can we trust the police department when they make false statements that they'll come and give tickets to the bad guys. Now is after 11 PM and it'll go on after midnight without police ever driving by and do anything about it.

The Streamwood Police Department is excellent. I have found every member to be professional,…read morepolite and helpful. The Village is divided into 4 police beats and the Police have numerous Beat meetings throughout the year where residents can attend and learn about issues in their Beat area and the village as a whole. You can also ask questions; which they answer. If you have a question or issue but want privacy they hand out their cards and encourage you to contact them and yes they call back. They also teach a Citizen's Police Academy which I highly recommend; I'd take it again. Part of the class was a ride-along with an officer. He answered all my questions and explained everything he was doing. It was very interesting to be on the other side of the windshield. I've had call 911 and they have responded quickly every time.

Unbelievable. I was driving on Lies and an undercover blew a stop sign at an intersection halfway…read moreinto the right turn lane. I had to hit the horn and swerve to avoid hitting him. Rather than acting rational, this "officer" sped up behind me, tailgates me, and then cut me off and sped up to nearly twice the speed limit without emergency lights on. Had myself or any non-leo done this we would have been arrested for reckless driving. All they do is sit on north avenue and lies in their speed traps. God forbid anyone go 10 mph over in on a three lane highway or industrial back road, yet they use this intimidation? Disgusting thugs! We will be moving out of this township soon and you will not be getting any more of our tax money. You ignore school zones and residences to capitalize on your shady tactics. This department needs to be audited and defunded!

I went in today to report a lost drivers license at the village office. The officer who I talked to…read moresays i dont need it. Told her just in case someone used it to commit fraud. without me finishing the sentence yet tol me to sit and I will call you. No one is in there except me and few officers not a busy day. Waited for 1 hour while they chatting. I decided to leave and stop wasting my time. Although i dont support defunding the Police, its people like these the ones who make it popular. Very poor public service.

I have lived in Streamwood for 32 years and I've had no problem with permits, the village, or the…read morepolice force. My kids graduated from the U46 school system, had no problems with it, made great friends, went to college, and are now responsible adults. I have probably had three or four water heaters installed, carpeting installed twice, we installed our own back porch, had a new sewer line installed in the front yard, had roofs replaced on two houses, and never had to apply for a permit. Maybe my contractors did, but I certainly didn't when we did our own home repairs. I don't know what these other reviewers are talking about.

I'm not sure why the lady who answers the phone at community development is so rude! This village…read moreis terrible! Unorganized and unfriendly. I cannot wait to sell my rental property to get away from these jerks. Not to mention they obviously have no idea that the pandemic is still in progress and insist on inspections constantly. I feel bad subjecting my tenants to these idiots in and out of their home! Get it together Streamwood and lose your crappy attitude phone lady she definitely fires me up!

Hey there, I'm not sure of the officers names, whom helped me out last night, but I have had the…read moreworst two weeks of my life and in my greatest time of need, they were there for me. Thank you so much. - Johnny

One star because when they needed me to resolve a FAKE case I was there for them, every time they…read moreneeded me to be there, I was there, picking up all their calls. I wasted my time, and some of my energy. The detective was so professional and kind and I guess he was only doing his "job" but when I needed them the officer assigned to the SEHS in 2016 refused to do his job. I guess getting help from a officer when someone is assaulting you is a white privilege.

I am an explorer with the Elgin police I find there officers to be extremely professional. They…read morealso started changing the way they interact with people with special needs and or mental illnesses even before widespread change has started happening in other departments. The department has even gone as far as sending A team of officers to New York to learn new tactics to safely bring people in crisis into custody. The Elgin Police Department has also hired crisis counselors and even some officers that are certified to work with individuals with special needs. I have spoken to officers in other departments and they all recommend Elgin police to start out in.

I know this police department has some officers who serve with integrity and honor or maybe they…read moreknow too what the issues are and are afraid to stand up for sincere justice. When I asked for selfless service for my parenting time with my one and only beautiful daughter who was born thirteen days before my late father passed away to a better place, home away from home us Roman Catholics, Universal True Christians, God knows, Justice knows, Christ knows, Holy Spirit, mercy, justice, love, forgiveness, hope, selfless service with integrity, honor, loyalty, duty, respect. - G1838

I dunno how someone complains about a fire department. Thank you for all you do for the community!read more

This Fire Department is like all the others. It has a garage with fire trucks and ambulances,…read morealong with a lare staff. However, I do not liek where it is located. Driving back from work everyday, there is a lot of traffic near this Fire Department. And so when the trucks need to come out of the station, it can get pretty congested and it is hard for them to get out because of all the traffic.

I was hit by a vehicle and I have attempted to obtain information and I continue to receive nothing…read moreother than a run around.

Trooper T. Terrazas was wonderful to me today when I had an accident in a high traffic area on the…read more53 South local lanes coming from 90. I was in an area with merging traffic and couldn't get out of the car. He stayed with me and reassured me. Thank you Trooper #6983!