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Cincinnati police chief dismissed after investigation into leadership

The City of Cincinnati has formally removed its top law enforcement leader following an internal and independent review.  City Manager Sheryl Long announced the decision to terminate Teresa Theetge effective April 23, 2026.  Officials said the action followed a detailed investigation that evaluated leadership performance and departmental operations. The decision marks a significant shift for…
April 23, 20260Comments

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What the Theetge Report Reveals About CPD Leadership in Cincinnati

The Theetge report does more than evaluate a police chief. It exposes how leadership, politics, and internal systems collide inside the Cincinnati Police Department. The findings are direct, but the implications are harder to pin down. The Theetge report brings new context to these discussions. For readers who want to compare perspectives directly, my original analysis…
April 2, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati City Hall exterior in downtown Cincinnati, symbolizing city government and pension reform decisions
Opinion Politics

Is Cincinnati Pension Reform Stabilizing the System — or Positioning It for OPERS?

Cincinnati recently announced that for the past year, it has been in mediation concerning the 2015 collaborative agreement. This agreement requires the city to fully fund the Cincinnati Retirement System (CRS) by 2045. The system currently has a funded ratio of 68%. Furthermore, it has an $847 million liability to erase. Cincinnati pension reform is…
February 24, 20260Comments

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Masked figure symbolizing anonymous corruption, illustrating concerns about Cincinnati financial mismanagement.
Community Opinion Politics

Cincinnati Financial Mismanagement: What the City’s Own Audits Reveal About Leadership and Accountability

The shocking report and confirmation of Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval’s private vehicle repossession should concern every citizen and taxpayer of Cincinnati. This incident adds to worries about Cincinnati financial mismanagement, raising questions about leadership accountability. The elected leadership of Cincinnati is trusted to have the expertise to balance a budget with complex and nuanced layers…
December 11, 20250Comments

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Infrastructure
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Why Cincinnati’s Public Spaces are Crumbling, and How to Fix Them

When I recently shared images of decaying infrastructure at Inwood Park in Mt. Auburn, I expected a strong reaction—but the dialogue that unfolded was eye-opening. Cincinnati residents revealed deep frustrations with city neglect, inconsistent accountability, and troubling double standards in how maintenance rules are enforced. This isn’t just a Cincinnati problem—it’s a Rust Belt reality.…
April 1, 20250Comments

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