IL State Order · Half-Staff
Flags at Half-Staff for John Bartholomew
May 8, 2026
Governor JB Pritzker ordered flags to half-staff in honor of Chicago Police Officer John G. Bartholomew, who was killed in the line of duty. The order from the Governor applied to all government and public facilities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act. This tribute recognized Officer Bartholomew's service and sacrifice to the community.
Flag protocol
Lower United States and State of Illinois flags to half-staff from sunrise to sunset at all buildings occupied by entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act.
Source: flagsexpress.com