"Top cop finalists possess 'generational leadership' qualities Chicago seeks"

The man leading the search for Chicago's next police superintendent has praised the three finalists, including Madison police chief Shon Barnes, Chicago PD's Counterterrorism chief Larry Snelling, and CPD's head of Constitutional Policing and Reform Angel Novalez. Barnes, an outsider, is known for his collaborative approach and innovative ideas, such as allowing citizens to file police reports on Zoom. Snelling is highly regarded for his leadership skills and ability to boost officer morale, while Novalez is well-versed in consent decree compliance and has personal experience with being shot in the line of duty. The search leader did not reveal his favorite candidate but believes all three are capable of being the "generational leader" that Chicago needs.