Command Staff - Chiefs / Sheriffs
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Forget climbing the ladder. Be the leader your rookie self would be proud of
Elon Musk’s first principle of innovation — breaking down complex problems — offers police leaders a roadmap for improving efficiency, transparency and decision-making
Through open communication and officer-driven feedback, the Syracuse Regional Airport Authority Police Department is building a new model for retention and team resilience
A judge ordered the Franklin County sheriff to leave riot gear in the county jail; a deputies’ union has filed for a restraining order after he told officers to remove it anyway
Fixing policing’s future starts with fixing its leaders
When poor practices are modeled, the consequences can be long-lasting; here’s how leadership can step in early to set new officers up for success
San Pablo Police Chief Brian Bubar on face-to-face leadership, carrying the torch of mentorship and making every conversation count
The new process would allow officers to opt for training instead of a reprimand or up to two days of “fined time,” a penalty in which officers lose time off
Adams County Sheriff Dale Wagner told Congress that sanctuary policies block deputies from honoring ICE detainers for individuals who pose a threat to community safety
The system launches in seconds and uses non-lethal force to distract or disable school shooters until law enforcement arrives
Initiative marks 80th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation and launches new training program on ethical leadership, community protection and genocide prevention
A single strand of hair, an overlooked home invasion and the persistence of investigator Misty Carausu helped unravel the true story behind a crime law enforcement once labeled a hoax
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Commissioner Jessica Tisch stated that while overall crime has dropped in 2025, rates are “way above” 2019 levels, which was months before new bail reform laws took effect
As Special Agent in Charge of the DEA’s Houston Division, Daniel C. Comeaux has focused on dismantling transnational criminal organizations and fighting drug trafficking
The question isn’t, “Do you have blind spots?” You do. The question is: “What are you doing to uncover them?”
As conspiracy theories swirled and social media lit up, Sheriff Kevin McMahill navigated a high-profile crisis with calm, transparency and command presence — here’s how he did it
The Fort Gaines town council voted to combine the city’s law enforcement coverage with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office because the city cannot fund a police department
Across the country, police departments face historic staffing shortages while a highly trained, willing workforce stands ready — retired police officers
The 34-year-old officer, assigned to the 18th District CAPS unit, was remembered by colleagues as compassionate and deeply devoted to her family
Chief Brian Bubar details how strategic tech deployments, community collaboration and proactive policing led to an 80% crime reduction in a city once ranked among America’s most violent
Mike Warfle, the longtime police chief in Pittsford, is preparing to retire after a 40-year career; meanwhile, his son, Jeff Warfle, was recently appointed police chief in Ludlow
“Council has been very vocal about wanting our department to fail and refusing to support any efforts for us to improve,” Craig Beach Police Sgt. Renatta Griffith said
Reexamining the relevance of historical military thinkers in shaping modern police strategies
From morale to mental health, favoritism in police assignments and promotions causes lasting harm. A law enforcement leader offers strategies to overcome it
By giving officers real-time access to video, RTCCs are turning in-progress calls into solved cases and helping agencies close investigations faster and more safely
Grit-driven leaders model resilience for their teams, inspiring officers to approach difficulties with a sense of determination and unwavering commitment
The town of says most Tonawanda officers abstained from issuing citations, triggering legal action under New York’s Taylor Law
Nikki North, RTCC manager at the Flagler County (Fla.) Sheriff’s Office, shares how mutual respect and early involvement are key to successful communication
What an ancient philosophy can teach modern police leaders
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