Behind the Badge

On this episode of Behind the Badge, host David Hochberg is joined by Lake County Sheriff’s Deputy Chief Chris Covelli, Fairview Heights Police Chief Steve Johnson, Rockford Police PIO Michelle Marcomb, and Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police Deputy Director AJ Bailey. Listen in while they discuss the crucial role of Public Information Officers (PIOs) within police departments, especially during times of crisis. PIOs serve as the bridge between law enforcement and the community, ensuring transparency, managing communication, and providing vital updates during critical incidents. The panel explores their responsibilities, challenges, and the strategies they employ to maintain public trust and safety.

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On this episode of Behind the Badge, host David Hochberg is joined by Elgin Police Department Chief Ana Lalley, Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police Deputy Director AJ Bailey, Springfield Deputy Chief Sarah Pickford and Bartlett Police Detective Maha Ayesh. Listen in while they dive into the journeys of remarkable women who are making a difference in the field of law enforcement and inspiring the next generation of trailblazers. From overcoming challenges and breaking stereotypes to leading with courage and compassion, our episode features stories and conversations with women who serve in various law enforcement roles.

On this episode of Behind the Badge, host David Hochberg is joined by Elgin Police Department Chief Ana Lalley. Listen in while the hosts tackle one of the most pressing issues in modern policing: the intersection of artificial intelligence and law enforcement. As AI technology rapidly evolves, so too do the challenges and opportunities it presents for police departments.

Ever wondered why a routine traffic stop sometimes looks more like a major operation? On this episode of Behind the Badge, host David Hochberg is joined by Dekalb Chief of Police David Byrd and Elgin Police Department Chief Ana Lalley. Listen in while they explore why multiple squad cars are often seen at what seems like a simple traffic stop. From the dynamics of officer safety and procedural efficiency to the underlying factors of local law enforcement practices, we reveal the situations that could lead to these scenes and why it shouldn’t be a big concern.

On this episode of Behind the Badge, host David Hochberg is joined by Dekalb Chief of Police David Byrd and Elgin Police Department Chief Ana Lalley. Listen in while our co-hosts discuss the resiliency of the police force that dealt with the Democratic National Convention in Chicago during the month of August. They also chat about the strength of LEOs and Chicago Superintendent Larry Snelling.

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On this episode of Behind the Badge, host David Hochberg is joined by O’Fallon Police Chief Kirk Brueggeman, Dekalb Chief of Police David Byrd, retired Illinois State Police Colonel Mimi McGreal and Highland Park Chief of Police Lou Jogmen. Listen in while our co-hosts go into great detail about different technologies utilized by law enforcement to keep the public and themselves safe. From CB radios and gas masks to body armor and less lethal devices, our hosts go into detail about the technology used to protect and serve.

On this episode of Behind the Badge, host David Hochberg is joined by O’Fallon Police Chief Kirk Brueggeman, Fairview Heights Chief of Police Steve Johnson and Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police Deputy Director AJ Bailey. Listen in while our co-hosts go into great detail about all the preparation police do before a presidential visit or a large-scale event.

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On this episode of Behind the Badge, host David Hochberg is joined by O’Fallon Police Chief Kirk Brueggeman, Dekalb Chief of Police David Byrd, and Highland Park Chief of Police Lou Jogmen. Listen in while our co-hosts go into great detail about what they are looking for in a new recruit, the qualifications you must meet to even apply, the process you must go through to become an officer, what will automatically get you disqualified, and more!

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On this episode of Behind the Badge, host David Hochberg is joined by Elgin Police Department Chief Ana Lalley, Dekalb Chief of Police David Byrd, and Highland Park Chief of Police Lou Jogmen. Listen in while our co-hosts discuss an important topic concerning traffic enforcement and safety. A new report from NHTSA shows traffic fatalities are down slightly from the previous year, BUT still way above pre-pandemic levels. Our hosts discuss the issues surrounding traffic fatalities as well as traffic enforcement in general.

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On this episode of Behind the Badge, host David Hochberg is joined by O’Fallon Police Chief Kirk Brueggeman, Elgin Police Department Chief Ana Lalley, Dekalb Chief of Police David Byrd, and Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police Deputy Director AJ Bailey. Listen in while our co-hosts discuss public safety, see something say something, and how the public is getting involved in law enforcement. They also touch on the subject of Public Information Officers and how they help to keep the public informed.

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