Each year, law enforcement agencies throughout the United States participate in National Police Week. As a tribute to fallen officers and their families, President John F. Kennedy proclaimed May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day. The week in which May 15th falls is known as Police Week. This year, National Police Week will occur May […]
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LCPD and La Crosse Schools Celebrate 25 Years of D.A.R.E.
The La Crosse Police Department Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) program, in cooperation with the School District of La Crosse, is proud to announce the 25th Anniversary of the D.A.R.E. program being taught in La Crosse schools. Coinciding with National D.A.R.E. Day, we will celebrate this historic anniversary event this Thursday, April 16th, with the graduation of […]
LCPD Arranges for Department-Wide Training
The La Crosse Police Department is pleased to announce a department-wide training which will occur this Friday morning, March 27th. Vanessa Roberts, a Nationally known presenter and self-titled “artivist” (artist, activist, and academic), will be providing all LCPD members with the training titled, Decoding Difference – Moving From Intent to Impact. Earlier this year, the […]
Responsible Beverage Server Training Announced
The La Crosse Police Department, together with the La Crosse County Health Department, Changing the Culture of Risky Drinking Behavior Coalition, and Coulee Council on Addictions, are co-sponsoring several FREE Responsible Beverage Server Training sessions throughout this year. The main purpose of the Responsible Beverage Server Training is to help servers and staff create a safe and responsible […]
State Bank Financial Chili Cook Off
This Saturday, October 11th, members of the La Crosse Police Department will be participating in the 23rd Annual State Bank Financial Chili Cook Off! The Chili Cook Off will be held in Riverside Park from 11:30AM to 1:30PM, with a chili pepper eating contest and awards ceremony from 1:30PM – 2:30PM. To taste your way through all […]
Oktoberfest Dos and Don’ts
The La Crosse Police Department is proud to serve our Oktoberfest and community. Together with our community partners, we have been preparing for the 2014 Oktoberfest for many months. Our goal is to have an uneventful and safe celebration for all to enjoy. To help us achieve a hassle-free and fun fest, simply apply common sense and civil […]
No Parking Alert: Color Run Route
In preparation for The Color Run event this Saturday, September 13th, the City of La Crosse Street Department will be out Friday placing “NO PARKING” signs along The Color Run Route: State St from within Riverside Park to Front St Front St from State St to King St King St from Front St S to 9th St […]
Fall City Auction 10/4/2014
The Fall City Auction will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2014. Viewing of available items will begin at 9:00AM with bidding starting at 10:00AM. The available items vary significantly from auction to auction, but there are always many bicycles available! The auction will be held at the police impound building (bike barn) on: Isle La Plume […]
National Night Out Events in La Crosse
Tuesday, August 5th marks the 31st National Night Out and the 17th Annual celebration here in La Crosse! National Night Out (NNO) is an annual event in which Neighborhood Watch groups get together across the nation in the form of local block parties, cookouts, and youth programs. The NNO campaign involves citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, businesses, […]
Guns ‘n Hoses Recap
On Sunday, July 13th, members of the La Crosse Police and Fire Departments faced off in the first ever Patriot Games “Guns ‘n Hoses” charity softball game presented by Western Technical College and hosted by the La Crosse Loggers. The Police and Fire Departments partnered with the Loggers to sell tickets to the game. The Loggers pledged to donate […]
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