That was the right title, CSIL3Willows! It's one of my favorite episodes ever. I would love to see a better resolution as well. I could see that evolving into a really great arc.
I love me some Nicky, but a little less gun pulling and a little less "gung-ho" attitude and I would be happy.
Ray. Love the character of Ray, hate the fact that he's been shoved down our throats. I still haven't seen the finale. I plan on watching it before Sept. 24(if the date sticks) so I can be up to date, but the episode just didn't tickle my fancy.
I really hope they allow Catherine to take her rightful place as supervisor. She is a great leader. But just because she is supervisor, doesn't mean she can't be in the field more. Gil worked like EVERY case, so why can't Cath.
Speaking of Gil, and GSR in general, I would prefer that they make a quick cameo(keyword, quick). I would enjoy to have them back, but when they do, they will be hogging the airtime, which is why I would like them to take up the least amount of time possible. (Don't wanna turn this into another debate, it's just my personal preference.)
Greg. Who is that again? I really hope TPTB utilize his talent and knowledge more this season. They really dropped the ball with this character. ES has such a great talent, and it's just not be used. I wasn't personally a fan of Greg's interest in Old Vegas, but any storyline revolving around him, even if it was a three episode arc, would be appreciated by many fans IMHO.
Riley. I'm glad they ended up toning her down a little bit towards the end. She is on the right dial if you ask me. Not too much, but just enough where you remember she's on the show. I would like to see why she is so hostile when it comes to domestic violence cases and cases dealing with children. It's obvious she's had a jacked up childhood, but I really want to see where she's coming from.
Brass is a constant to me. I think TPTB realize PG genius delivery and have utilized him pretty well over the last few seasons. He's had his episodes where he gets to shine and I love it.
I thought last season was really rough. With characters/actors leaving and new ones coming in, it takes alot for cast, crew, and even viewers to get used to. I really hope this season is better. I think they will become a well oiled machine soon enough.
ETA: I would also like to see a tad more about Eli. I liked that he was mentioned in 'Turn, Turn, Turn'. I think that they can turn a storyline like that into gold. And whatever happened to the shrink? She was in two episodes and then disappeared? Did I miss anything?