Lost something in Evanston? Report it once and let us handle the rest.
One report goes straight to the Evanston Police Department, City Hall, Animal Control, and active local community channels. Your report stays active, searching for a match across new posts and found items so you don't have to check back daily.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
Recent activity
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You describe what you lost
Tell us the item, where you lost it in Evanston, and when. We handle the rest of the details.
We route it to the right people
Your report goes to local police, city services, animal control, and relevant community channels, so every office that might help gets the information.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report automatically matches against new found item posts and alerts on local social channels. You get notified the moment there's a credible lead.
Where things get handed in around Evanston
We coordinate with all these channels so you don't have to.
Evanston Police Department
Many lost items, especially wallets, keys, and phones, end up at the police station. Officers keep found items for a period and can check them against your report. We tell you which desk handles lost and found and what details to include.
City Hall
Evanston City Hall on Main Street is a hub for public services. Found items left at city buildings or turned in by residents are often logged here first. We make sure your report reaches the right city department.
Evanston Animal Control & Shelter
If you've lost a cat or dog, Animal Control is your first stop. They accept reports, hold lost pets, and check against incoming animals daily. We generate the exact details needed and point you to their hours so there's no confusion. For a faster route, file a priority lost pet report with us.
Evanston-Uinta County Airport (Burns Field)
Lost something at the airport, in the terminal, or at a rental counter? Burns Field has a lost and found. We can help you report it and follow up with the right airport office.
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The sooner you report, the better your chances.
Lost items move fast in a small town. Getting your report out to police, city services, and community channels within the first few hours can make the difference between reunion and loss. Once filed, your description stays active and keeps searching automatically. No rush after that, your report is on the case.
Report my lost item →Evanston is where items disappear into different hands, fast. Your wallet gets turned in to the police station on Front Street; your keys might end up at City Hall on Main; your dog could be brought to Animal Control on Patriot Court. By the time you figure out where to call first, days have passed. ReportLost cuts through that fragmentation. One form, one report, and every relevant local office and community channel gets looped in immediately.
The real advantage? Your report doesn't stop after you file it. It stays active, automatically cross-referencing new found item posts on Evanston Facebook groups and local announcements against your description, for months. You won't need to refresh search results or call around repeatedly. If someone posts that they found a wallet or a ring, your report is there to make the connection. Focus on your day; your report works for you.
Common places items go missing in Evanston
Help us narrow down where to search.
Main Street & Downtown
Shops, restaurants, and city services cluster here. Found items from the downtown core often end up at nearby businesses or City Hall.
Front Street
Home to the Police Department and local businesses. Items lost near the civic center are frequently turned in to police.
Highway 150 & Surrounding Routes
Items lost during travel or near the outskirts of town. Drivers and passing residents often bring found items to Animal Control or police.
Evanston-Uinta County Airport (Burns Field)
Phones, wallets, and bags slip away at ticket counters, parking, and the terminal. Airport lost and found holds items for extended periods.
Local Parks & Recreation Areas
Rings, keys, and personal items are easily left behind during outdoor activities. Community members often report finds to police or social groups.
Evanston community & social channels
Your report reaches active local networks.
Active Facebook group where locals post found and missing pets
Main community hub for neighborhood posts and found item alerts
Hyper-local network where neighbors post and share found items
Questions about lost items in Evanston
How long does the Evanston Police Department hold found items?
The police typically hold items for a period of time before they go to auction or disposal. Check with them at (307) 783-6400 or visit 1148 Front Street to claim a found item. ReportLost makes sure your report is on file so they can match it against what comes in.
What hours is Evanston Animal Control open?
Animal Control is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. They're closed weekends. If you lost a pet, call (307) 783-6471 right away. Your report will also alert them to look for a match.
Does Evanston have public transit with a lost and found?
Evanston does not have a major public bus system like larger cities. If you lost an item on a regional ride or shuttle, contact the provider directly and file a report with us so we can help track it down.
Can I report a lost item at City Hall?
Yes. Evanston City Hall at 1200 Main Street is open Monday to Thursday 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and Friday 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Found items left at city buildings are logged there. When you report through ReportLost, we notify City Hall so your description is in the system.
How do I search community social channels in Evanston for my lost item?
The main channels are Facebook (Evanston community pages and the Lost and Found Pets group) and Nextdoor. Posting yourself takes time and effort. ReportLost posts your description to these channels and keeps it active, updating locals as new information comes in. We also monitor for responses so you don't have to refresh manually.
Is ReportLost.org official or a replacement for the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with or endorsed by the Evanston Police Department or City of Evanston. We're not a replacement for filing a report with police or visiting Animal Control. We're a coordinator that sends your information to the right local offices and keeps your description active on community channels for months, so you don't have to make a dozen calls and social posts yourself. Think of us as a shortcut that makes sure every relevant local channel has your information.
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Ready to get your report out there?
The faster your lost item reaches the right hands in Evanston, the higher your chances of reunion. Once your report is filed, our team makes sure the Police Department, City Hall, Animal Control, and community channels all know to look. Then your report stays active, automatically searching for a match, while you get on with your day.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Evanston Police Department, City of Evanston, Evanston Animal Control, Burns Field Airport, or any other local government or municipal agency. We coordinate information sharing as a convenience to residents; we do not replace official police reports, animal shelter procedures, or direct contact with these offices. Always follow up with the relevant agency directly for official lost item claims and retrieval.