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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

Attorney Stephen Imm speaking at a microphone during a press conference at Finney Law Firm regarding the legal challenge to the firing of Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge.

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Cincinnati chief firing challenged as lawyer calls termination illegal

The firing of the former Cincinnati chief has triggered a legal dispute after the former police chief’s lawyer called the termination unlawful. The case is now moving toward arbitration and possible federal court action. The former Cincinnati police chief, Teresa Theetge, was dismissed on April 23, 2026, by City Manager Sheryl Long. City officials said…

ByNina OliverioApril 24, 20260Comments

Cincinnati police chief firing shows tension between city manager and police leadership

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Cincinnati Police Chief Firing: Accountability or Cover?

Cincinnati police chief firing: what the letter says vs. what it leaves out The official case against Teresa Theetge is laid out clearly. Sheryl Long said the chief failed to fully implement the Summer Safety Plan. This failure was despite repeated directions to increase patrols in the downtown core of Cincinnati. In light of Cincinnati…

ByAdam KoehlerApril 24, 20260Comments

Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge smiling in a convertible car.

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Ex-police chief fight escalates as Theetge signals legal battle ahead

Police chief fight intensifies as former Cincinnati leader signals next move The fight continues as legal threats emerge and city prepares response. Former Cincinnati police chief Teresa Theetge signals she is not backing down. This fight is expected to shift into a legal battle as city officials prepare for potential lawsuits and leadership changes. The…

ByNina OliverioApril 24, 20260Comments

Cincinnati Police Department officer in uniform during the investigation and dismissal of the police chief.

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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…

ByNina OliverioApril 23, 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

lt Text: Close-up view of an empty hearing room table with official documentation and a city manager nameplate. Labeled documents are: "Internal Investigation Report," "Witness Testimony," and "Pre-disciplinary Hearing." A Cincinnati police chief cap is also present. Arched windows in the background reveal the Cincinnati City Hall building and the Roebling Bridge, suggesting a location at a city-level hearing.

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Cincinnati police chief faces discipline hearing at City Hall

The Cincinnati police chief, Teresa Theetge, appeared before Sheryl Long for a pre-disciplinary hearing following months of investigation into her leadership. The hearing marks a critical step in a process that could result in disciplinary action, including termination. According to reports by WLWT and WCPO, the meeting lasted about two hours and concluded without a…

ByNina OliverioApril 13, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge Still on Paid Leave. Will City Charter Block Firing?

Nearly six months after being placed on paid leave following a series of high-profile downtown incidents, Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge remains in limbo. She met with City Manager Sheryl Long in a closed-door hearing as the city weighs its next move. But whether she returns or is removed may come down to more than…

ByAdam KoehlerApril 11, 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…

ByTodd ZinserApril 2, 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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Former Cincinnati police chief files appeal seeking reinstatement

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Cincinnati police chief dismissed after investigation into leadership

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

Cincinnati police chief faces discipline hearing at City Hall

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