: Fritz Howard steps in as Acting Assistant Chief of Operations following Taylor's death, though he expresses a lack of interest in the permanent role.

This report covers the key events, character arcs, and institutional changes within . Critical Plot Developments

: The relationship between Sharon and Andy Flynn reaches a milestone when Andy proposes to her in a romantic dinner at home.

Season 5 is marked by high-stakes investigations and a major shift in the LAPD hierarchy:

: Following her leadership during a series of bomb threats, Commander Sharon Raydor is promoted to Commander at the end of the season in "Shockwave, Part 2".

: Deputy Chief Winnie Davis emerges as a primary antagonist to the squad, clashing with Raydor as they both become candidates for the Assistant Chief position. Major Character Milestones

: The unit eventually identifies Martin Borjas as the mastermind behind the hits ordered on Dwight Darnell and Chief Taylor.