Lt. Jaime Sosa

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Lieutenant Jaime Sosa, Age 50, passed away on January 2, 2024. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lieutenant Jaime Sosa. Jaime was a devoted member of the Chicago Police Department with 27 years of service. Lieutenant Sosa was a loving husband to his wife Bridget, a devoted son of Serafin […]

January General Meeting

Join us January 11th at 6:00 pm for the January General membership meeting. Connie’s Restaurant 2373 S. Archer all active and retired members are encouraged to attend. Dinner and refreshments will be served.

Amendment to the By-Laws

Article 18 is a new amendment to the By-laws that was voted on and passed by the executive board. Pursuant to the existing by-laws this amendment will be presented to the general membership at the January general meeting. Please review article 18 in the by laws.

Clarification of Requirment to Register Assault Weapons

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The below link is a clarification from the Illinois PBPA in regards to active & retired Lt.’s being exempt from the provision of Public Act 102-1116. This is the law requiring registration of assault weapons. The requirements to be exempt are different for active & retired so read the entire clarification. https://cpdlts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/IL-Public-Act-102-1116.docx

Mother of Lt. David Zahn

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Kathleen M. Zahn (nee, Giroux); beloved wife of the late Richard C. Zahn; loving mother of Karen (Rich) Ray, David ( CPD Lt. )(Anne), and the late Peggy Powers; devoted grandmother of Erin (Thomas), Courtney, Kelly (Sam), Molly (Jeff), Megan, Thomas(Shannon), Hannah, Alison, and Noah; dear sister of George (Dorothy) Giroux, Roger (Peggy) Giroux and […]

Father of Lt. Patrick Darling

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James Patrick Darling, age 75, US Army Veteran and Ret. CPD Commander with 30 years of service, at rest November 7, 2023. Loving husband of 51 years to Jeanette, nee McCarthy; Proud dad of Michael (Michelle), Matthew CPD Sgt. (Kathleen) and Patrick CPD Lt. (Mary) Darling; Adored grandpa of Elizabeth, Connor, Ryan, Sean, Kevin and […]

SB 1956 Amendment 3 COLA

The COLA bill passed the House and Senate. The bill is pending the Governor’s signature. The COLA bill provides:

Senate Bill 1956 House Amendment 3 COLA

SB1956 with House Amendment 3, passed by both the House and Senate. The Bill requires the Governor’s Signature before becoming law. The COLA bill provides:

Father of Lt. John Benigno

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Joseph C. Benigno, age 76, at rest on October 31, 2023. Joseph was a Detective with the Chicago Police Dept for 33 years. Beloved husband of Sharon Benigno for 53 years.  Loving father of John Benigno (CPD Lt.) (Amber Creger)  and Matthew (CPD Detective) (Julie) Benigno. Cherished grandfather of Gabriel Benigno and Maximus Benigno. Dear […]

Father of Lt. Don Hoard Jr.

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Obituary For Don Hoard Sr Leak and Sons Funeral Home 18400 S. Pulaski Road Country Club Hills, IL 60478 October 30, 2023 Wake: 10:00am ~ 11:00am Funeral: 11:00am ~ 12:00pm Send flowers to the service of Don Hoard Sr