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Cincinnati City Hall security review follows concealed sword incident

Cincinnati officials are reviewing security measures after police said a person brought a sword hidden inside a cane into council chambers during a public meeting. According to reports from WLWT and FOX19, the incident happened during the public comment portion of a City Council session at Cincinnati City Hall. Police later arrested Alexandra Dalton, also…

ByNina OliverioMay 14, 20260Comments

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Parking lot security: Mayor delays vote amid cost concerns

City leaders paused action on new regulations aimed at improving safety in public parking areas. Mayor Aftab Pureval delayed a scheduled vote to allow more time for revisions and stakeholder input. The proposal would require operators of parking lots and garages to adopt stronger safety measures. These include surveillance cameras, improved lighting, and in some…

ByNina OliverioMay 4, 20260Comments

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Former Cincinnati police chief files appeal seeking reinstatement

Former Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge filed the appeal on May 1, 2026, requesting a formal hearing to contest her dismissal. The appeal marks a significant escalation in a leadership dispute within the city’s police department. According to reports by FOX19 and WCPO 9, Theetge is seeking reinstatement and a review of the circumstances surrounding…

ByNina OliverioMay 2, 20260Comments

Close-up of Teresa Theetge with a tense expression, wearing a black blazer and white blouse against a dark background following her firing as Cincinnati police chief

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Cincinnati Police Chief Fired — And the Way It Happened Is What’s Setting People Off

So there it is. The Cincinnati police chief firing is now official. City Manager Sheryl Long put it in writing and sent it out to the entire department. The email City Manager Sheryl Long sent to the Cincinnati Police Department announcing the immediate termination of Chief Teresa Theetge after months of investigation and leave. Chief Teresa…

BySignal 99April 23, 20260Comments

Western Hills High School entrance in Cincinnati featuring a security sign requiring law enforcement to present judicial warrants, following unauthorized ICE-related school visits.

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CPS responds to ICE school visits by out-of-town police chief

Cincinnati Public Schools is taking a firm stance following recent ICE school visits that alarmed the local community. On Wednesday morning, an unexpected law enforcement presence disrupted the typical routine at several local educational facilities. An out-of-town police officer entered three separate campuses on the West Side of Cincinnati. The officer confidently claimed to be…

ByNina OliverioApril 16, 20260Comments

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Who Really Runs Cincinnati? Inside the Power Behind City Hall Decisions

Cincinnati has a mayor. It has a city council. It has a city manager. But if you are trying to understand how decisions actually get made, those titles only get you part of the way there. Because in practice, Cincinnati is not run by a single office. A system shapes it. Who Runs Cincinnati on Paper…

ByAdam KoehlerApril 11, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati police chief deemed not effective leader in new report

Cincinnati City Manager Sheryl Long released a highly anticipated investigation summary on Tuesday. The comprehensive report examines the rocky tenure of Police Chief Teresa Theetge. Investigators ultimately concluded she is not an effective leader. The city placed Theetge on paid administrative leave back in October 2025. This sudden suspension followed rising concerns regarding her daily…

ByNina OliverioApril 1, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati government restructuring aims to accelerate economic development and streamline city operations

Cincinnati restructuring plans are moving forward as city leaders consider a sweeping overhaul of how the local government manages economic development and growth. City leaders say the changes could reshape how development projects move through City Hall. Officials believe the overhaul, part of the Cincinnati restructuring efforts, could simplify approvals, improve coordination among agencies, and…

ByNina OliverioMarch 10, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati budget deficit prompts calls for cuts and revenue changes

Cincinnati's budget deficit is projected at $29.5 million in the next fiscal cycle. This resulted in city officials weighing cuts, revenue options, and community input as they prepare for a tight budget year. City officials say the next fiscal year’s projected shortfall — roughly $29.5 million — could force department cuts of about 5 percent. This deficit is…

ByNina OliverioMarch 9, 20260Comments

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Public input sought as the Cincinnati city budget faces a massive shortfall

Residents are invited to share their priorities for the upcoming Cincinnati city budget. Officials warn of potential cuts as the Cincinnati city budget faces ongoing financial pressures. Cincinnati officials are currently crafting the city’s next financial plan. They are asking residents and community organizations to weigh in early. Leaders want clear feedback on neighborhood spending…

ByNina OliverioMarch 6, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati City Hall security review follows concealed sword incident

Parking lot security: Mayor delays vote amid cost concerns

Former Cincinnati police chief files appeal seeking reinstatement

Cincinnati Police Chief Fired — And the Way It Happened Is What’s Setting People Off

CPS responds to ICE school visits by out-of-town police chief

Who Really Runs Cincinnati? Inside the Power Behind City Hall Decisions

Cincinnati police chief deemed not effective leader in new report

Cincinnati government restructuring aims to accelerate economic development and streamline city operations

Cincinnati budget deficit prompts calls for cuts and revenue changes

Public input sought as the Cincinnati city budget faces a massive shortfall

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