Episode 21 | Chief Jeremy Story

Chief Mike Hawkins and I 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 chiefs

Jeremy also shares where he’s taking his department next — and what future initiatives look like in Las Cruces.