Ohio WARN notices surge in early 2026 amid new state labor laws, economic shifts

The true scope of early 2026 layoffs Recent WARN filings indicate significant workforce adjustments across Ohio. However, the timeline of these cuts is often blurred in aggregated reporting. While March 2026 saw steady filings impacting nearly 900 workers—including closures at Lourdes University (387 workers) and logistics providers like GXO Logistics and GEODIS LLC—the broader impact…

ByNina OliverioApril 17, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Income Tax and the Talent Migration Question

The Cincinnati income tax increased to 2.1 percent in 2024 after voters approved a levy to fund infrastructure and city services. While the increase may appear modest, it highlights a larger question facing many Midwestern cities: how local policy decisions influence economic competitiveness. At the same time Cincinnati raised its local tax rate, states such…

ByAdam KoehlerMarch 18, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Ad Agencies Are Shrinking — What Replaced the 300-Person Model?

For decades, Cincinnati ad agencies formed a central part of the region’s professional economy. Large firms with 200 to 400 employees supported brand management operations tied to Procter & Gamble, Kroger, and other consumer companies. Today, that landscape looks different. For example, Cincinnati ad agencies that once operated at a large scale now run with…

ByRob KantnerFebruary 17, 20260Comments

Business Trends

Fear, AI, and the Future of Work: What 2026 Will Actually Look Like

Article Summary This article explores key trends shaping the future of work. As artificial intelligence reshapes workplaces heading into 2026, fears about job loss have moved from theory to daily conversation. While AI will disrupt how work is done, history suggests it is more likely to reshape roles than eliminate them outright. The real risk,…

ByNathan GuardJanuary 21, 20260Comments

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Ohio WARN notices surge in early 2026 amid new state labor laws, economic shifts

Cincinnati Income Tax and the Talent Migration Question

Cincinnati Ad Agencies Are Shrinking — What Replaced the 300-Person Model?

Fear, AI, and the Future of Work: What 2026 Will Actually Look Like

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Ohio WARN notices surge in early 2026 amid new state labor laws, economic shifts

Cincinnati Income Tax and the Talent Migration Question

Cincinnati Ad Agencies Are Shrinking — What Replaced the 300-Person Model?

Fear, AI, and the Future of Work: What 2026 Will Actually Look Like

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The Harsh New Reality of Cincinnati Creative Jobs

Comic-Con Bars AI-Generated Art After Artist Backlash

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