
State Police vehicle fleet will take 18 years to replace as costs rise, ISP director says
ISP has more than 1,000 vehicles that need to be replaced for age and mileage.

ISP has more than 1,000 vehicles that need to be replaced for age and mileage.

28-year-old Corey Thompsen started out as an intern with ISP and became a trooper 5 years ago.

The Illinois State Police say they’re working to improve diversity at the agency and expand capacity, but this comes after years of criticism over a huge backlog in DNA evidence and the slow processing of firearm licenses. The 21st was joined by Illinois State Police Director Brendan Kelly to talk about it. GUEST Brendan Kelly Director, Illinois State Police Today, Illinois