New LAPD chief McDonnell’s legacy in Long Beach bodes well for Angelenos – and for regional teamwork

Chief of Police Jim McDonnell gives hi-fives to athletes entering the opening ceremonies at Cal State Long Beach for the Special Olympics Southern California Summer Games 2010. Photo by Brittany Murray / Press Telegram

Former California Governor George Deukmejian, far left, congratulates Jim McDonnell after ceremoniously swearing McDonnell in as the new Chief of Police for Long Beach on stage at the Terrace Theatre in Long Beach. McDonnell wife, Kathy, right, is standing...