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Cincinnati households face continued cost pressure as July inflation cools nationally

The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report offers a mixed picture for Cincinnati residents. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported Wednesday that consumer prices increased 0.1 percent in July. The annual inflation rate declined from 3.5 percent in June to 3.4 percent in July. Core inflation, which excludes food and energy, increased 0.2…

ByNina OliverioAugust 12, 20260Comments

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Hamilton County tourism drives $7.4B impact, supports 48,365 jobs

The tourism of Hamilton County generated $7.4 billion in economic impact, according to a latest analysis. Moreover, it also supported 48,365 full-time and part-time jobs across the county, the analysis found. According to Visit Cincty, the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for Cincinnati and Hamilton County, the visitor economy continues to play a major role…

ByNina OliverioAugust 11, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati music festival continues to drive tourism, economic growth in the region

The Cincinnati Music Festival generated strong tourism activity across the region in 2026, with local hotels reaching an 89 percent occupancy rate during the festival weekend, according to Visit Cincy. The annual event, held at Paycor Stadium, attracted tens of thousands of visitors and delivered a significant boost to the local economy. Tourism officials and…

ByNina OliverioJuly 31, 20260Comments

Startup professionals collaborating in a modern office, illustrating Ohio's business ranking as #1 and the Greater Cincinnati region's cross-state economy.

Business News

Ohio Is No. 1 for Business. Cincinnati Doesn’t Fit Inside Ohio

Amazon's largest air hub in the world carries Cincinnati's name, employs local workers, and strengthens nearly every economic pitch Greater Cincinnati makes. It sits in Kentucky. CNBC announced the Ohio business ranking on July 9, placing Ohio first among all 50 states in its 2026 America's Top States for Business study — the first time…

ByAdam KoehlerJuly 11, 20260Comments

A stressed woman holding a long receipt in a grocery store aisle, reflecting rising food prices in Cincinnati.

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Rising Cincinnati grocery prices strain local household budgets in 2026

Recent data reveals that Cincinnati grocery prices are increasing faster than historical averages. Shoppers must rethink their budgets as Cincinnati grocery prices continue to climb this year. Keeping a pantry stocked is a heavy financial burden for many Midwestern families this year. Residents across Ohio feel the pinch at the checkout line as food inflation…

ByNina OliverioJuly 9, 20260Comments

GE Aerospace jet engine inside a modern manufacturing facility, illustrating the company's continued investment in advanced aerospace manufacturing in Greater Cincinnati.

Business

GE Aerospace Bets Another $115 Million on Cincinnati’s Manufacturing Future

The announcement is $115 million. The story is decades of accumulated expertise that no competitor can easily recreate. Drive north out of Cincinnati on I-75, and you pass through Evendale without much ceremony. There are no signs announcing it as the home of one of the world's most consequential aerospace companies. The GE Aerospace campus…

ByAdam KoehlerJune 30, 20260Comments

anoramic view of the Cincinnati skyline and the illuminated John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge over the Ohio River at sunset.

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Cincinnati best cities ranking places region among America’s top 100 for 2026

Cincinnati has earned a place among the nation’s leading metropolitan areas after appearing in a new ranking of the 100 best U.S. cities for 2026. The recognition comes from Resonance Consultancy’s annual America’s Best Cities report, which evaluates metropolitan areas based on livability, prosperity, and desirability. The Cincinnati best cities recognition reflects a broader…

ByNina OliverioJune 25, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati job growth continues as metro area adds jobs and unemployment falls

Cincinnati job growth remained positive during the spring as the metro area added jobs and unemployment declined. The growth has accelerated in 2026 after a weaker labor market performance in parts of 2025, according to recent employment data. The Cincinnati metropolitan area added approximately 1,700 jobs in April 2026, extending a period of labor market…

ByNina OliverioJune 24, 20260Comments

Cincinnati skyline and the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge over the Ohio River, representing city growth and development.

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Cincinnati budget passes with focus on public safety and city growth

Cincinnati City Council has approved a new budget that emphasizes public safety, core city services, and economic growth while addressing a projected budget shortfall. The spending plan follows weeks of public hearings, committee discussions, and community feedback as officials worked to balance fiscal challenges with resident priorities. The budget arrives after city leaders confronted a…

ByNina OliverioJune 20, 20260Comments

A massive crowd attending a lively stadium concert at night with bright blue stage lights, representing the booming 2026 entertainment and tourism growth in Cincinnati.

Community News

Cincinnati concerts 2026 fuel entertainment tourism and stadium event growth

The city’s live entertainment sector has emerged as an increasingly important contributor to local economic activity. Concertgoers spend money on hotels, restaurants, transportation, parking, and retail purchases in addition to event tickets. Industry leaders and tourism officials say Cincinnati’s growing reputation as a concert destination is strengthening the regional economy while helping venues compete for…

ByNina OliverioJune 17, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati households face continued cost pressure as July inflation cools nationally

Hamilton County tourism drives $7.4B impact, supports 48,365 jobs

Cincinnati music festival continues to drive tourism, economic growth in the region

Ohio Is No. 1 for Business. Cincinnati Doesn’t Fit Inside Ohio

Rising Cincinnati grocery prices strain local household budgets in 2026

GE Aerospace Bets Another $115 Million on Cincinnati’s Manufacturing Future

Cincinnati best cities ranking places region among America’s top 100 for 2026

Cincinnati job growth continues as metro area adds jobs and unemployment falls

Cincinnati budget passes with focus on public safety and city growth

Cincinnati concerts 2026 fuel entertainment tourism and stadium event growth

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