Chief Jeremy Story

Chief Mike Hawkins and Chief Scott Hughes sit down with Jeremy Story, Chief of the Las Cruces Police Department, for a real, candid conversation about leadership, growth, and the realities of modern policing.In this episode, we talk about:✅ Jeremy’s path into law enforcement and his transition into the chief’s role✅ The early challenges every new chief faces (and what he learned the hard way)✅ Why progressive leadership, transparency, and advocacy matter now more than ever✅ Community engagement and the impact of juvenile crime✅ Officer wellness programs and innovative training approaches✅ The power of mentorship for new and aspiring chiefsJeremy also shares where he’s taking his department next, and what future initiatives look like in Las Cruces.If you’re a police leader, supervisor, or anyone interested in where policing is headed, this one’s worth your time.