Lake Forest Police

Multiple traffic lights are out across the Rte. 60 and Rte. 43 in Lake Forest. Please use caution as you approach these intersections and be patient while driving in the area.

Multiple traffic signals across Lake Forest are out due to ongoing power outages. Waukegan Road is also down to one lane in each direction at Cedar due to downed power lines. Please exercise caution while driving on roadways today.

Westleigh Road has been reopened

Due to an outdoor gas leak, Westleigh Road (between Waukegan Road and Wallace) has been closed. North Shore Gas is on-scene and is making repairs. Please use an alternate route.

The tree has been removed, and @Metra traffic has resumed.

Traffic Alert - @Metra traffic is currently stopped on the Union Pacific North line in Lake Forest due to a tree across the tracks. Grade crossings in the BD may be blocked for some time while crews remove the tree from the tracks.

Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, and we’d like to take a moment to recognize the men and women of the Lake Forest Police Department for their dedication to our Community. Thank You for the work you do and the sacrifices you make all year long!

NYE is all about celebrating with friends and family. As you ring in the New Year, make safety part of your plans. Driving under the influence puts you and others at risk. Don’t make a DUI one of your resolutions. Plan a sober ride home and help keep our community safe.

Grade Crossing at Western & Deerpath Closed At the request of Union Pacific, the grade crossing at Western Ave/Deerpath will be closed to vehicle traffic for emergency repairs. The crossing will likely be closed until Saturday or Sunday.

Northbound Route 41 is shut down at Route 60 due to a serious accident investigation in North Chicago. Please use Waukegan Rd, or I94 as alternate routes.

Boil Order Lifted - The precautionary boil order for Lake Forest has been lifted. Laboratory test results confirm that the City’s water supply meets all public health standards. Tap water is now safe to drink, cook with, and use for all household activities.

Precautionary Boil Order Still in Effect in Lake Forest The water main break on Westleigh Road has been repaired, and water pressure has returned to normal. Out of an abundance of caution, the precautionary boil order remains in effect until testing meets all safety standards.

The City of Lake Forest has issued a City-Wide Boil Order due to a significant water main break. Monitor our social media accounts and website for updates.

Northbound Route 41 is shut down at Route 60 due to a serious accident investigation in Lake Bluff. Please use Waukegan Rd, or I94 as alternate routes.

Correction, the Amtrak train was headed S/B to Chicago.

At approx 12:05 pm LFPD & LFFD responded to Everett/Waukegan and discovered a front-end loader was struck by a N/B Amtrak train. All train traffic is stopped on the Milwaukee District North line. Vehicle traffic in the area is currently unaffected.

🚧 Art Fair on the Square road closures start Sat, 5 PM, around Market Square. Cars left inside the zone may be ticketed/removed. The fair runs Sun & Mon, 10 AM–5 PM ✅ Free parking in city lots nearby. Plan ahead & enjoy the weekend!

🚧 Traffic Advisory – Western Ave. Closure | 1:00 PM–8:00 PM 🚧 Western Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic between Woodland and Wisconsin from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM for the Western Ave. Block Party.

Route 41 is closed at Route 60 to all Northbound traffic for a serious traffic investigation. Use Waukegan Road or I94 as alternatives.

LFPD Officers and members of the Lake County Major Crash Assistance Team are on scene investigating a single vehicle roll over accident on Rt 41 north of Deerpath. Expect significant traffic delays on Northbound Route 41 and the potential for closures.