Façade Enhancement Program to continue in Tiffin in 2026
The City of Tiffin will continue its Façade Enhancement Program in 2026, offering matching grants for exterior improvements to downtown historic buildings.
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Ohio’s recreational marijuana sales topped $836 million in 2025
Ohio’s first full year of recreational marijuana sales brought in more than $836 million, as lawmakers moved to scale back the voter-approved law and advocates launched a referendum challenge.
The 15 richest Americans got 33% richer in 2025 — far outpacing average Ohioans
A new analysis shows U.S. billionaires grew vastly richer in 2025 while Ohio families struggled with rising costs, highlighting widening inequality tied to tax policy and affordability pressures.
Will Ohio lawmakers try to override Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s veto on teens working late?
Ohio lawmakers could attempt to override Gov. Mike DeWine’s veto of a bill extending work hours for 14- and 15-year-olds, reviving debate over child labor, school impacts, and workforce needs.
Ohio cities rank among the most medically expensive, analysis finds
A WalletHub study finds Cleveland, Toledo, and Cincinnati rank among the most expensive U.S. cities for medical care relative to income, adding pressure as Ohio families face rising costs and stagnant wages.
Legalized gambling linked to increased crime, study finds
A new study from Rice University finds legalized sports betting is tied to sharp increases in assaults and other crimes after games, adding to concerns raised since Ohio expanded betting in 2023.
Ohio’s minimum wage increases to $11 per hour in 2026
Ohio’s minimum wage will increase to $11 an hour for non-tipped workers on Jan. 1, as advocates push stalled proposals to raise pay to $15 statewide.
The benefits of raising the Ohio cigarette tax far outweigh the costs, analysis says
An Ohio analysis says raising the cigarette tax could deliver billions in long-term health and economic benefits, even though lawmakers rejected Gov. Mike DeWine’s proposal.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signs intoxicating hemp ban, new marijuana regulations into law
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed S.B. 56 banning intoxicating hemp products and revising the state’s voter-approved marijuana law, prompting backlash and a planned referendum from cannabis advocates.
Ohio hemp bill would put future of THC beverages in hands of federal government
Ohio brewers react to a new law allowing THC beverages through 2026, as uncertainty remains over federal regulation and the industry’s long-term future.
Ohio joins multi-state lawsuit against Uber subscription service
Ohio and the FTC allege Uber misled consumers about savings and made cancellations difficult under its Uber One subscription, claims the company disputes.
In Pennsylvania visit, Vance tries to ease fears over the economy as jobs report shows losses
Vice President J.D. Vance touted an economic rebound at a Pennsylvania rally, but a delayed jobs report showed stagnant growth, rising unemployment, and renewed criticism of Trump administration policies.
Delayed jobs report: Unemployment ticks up to 4.6%, jobs up 64K
A delayed federal report shows the U.S. gained 64,000 jobs in November, rebounding from October losses, while unemployment climbed to 4.6%.
Ohio farmers see one-year, 74% loss in Chinese sales due largely to Trump tariffs, report shows
Ohio farmers lost nearly $76 million in exports to China this year as Trump’s tariffs disrupted trade, with soybean producers hardest hit and bailouts falling short of losses.
Ohio Board of Pharmacy issues emergency ruling banning most kratom products for 180 days
Ohio’s Board of Pharmacy has enacted a 180-day emergency ban on most kratom products, targeting synthetic compounds while leaving natural kratom legal for now as permanent rules are considered.
Unemployment rose in half the states in September
A shutdown-delayed federal report shows unemployment rose in most states in September, with the national rate climbing to 4.4% and wide variation across the country.
Judge won’t block Ohio’s plan for new Cleveland Browns stadium, won’t dismiss case against it either
A federal judge let a lawsuit proceed challenging Ohio’s plan to use unclaimed funds for a Browns stadium, but declined to halt transfers set for 2026.
With human costs of gambling mounting in Ohio, more are seeking help
With online sports betting legal, Ohio is experiencing growing financial distress, addiction behaviors, and soaring helpline calls — a human toll clinicians say mirrors substance-use disorders and demands greater public awareness.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine vetoes bill that would have let 14, 15 year olds work till 9 p.m. year-round
Gov. Mike DeWine vetoed a bill to let 14- and 15-year-olds work until 9 p.m. year-round, citing school-night concerns as lawmakers weigh urging Congress to loosen federal child labor rules.
Report: Trump law is even harder on poor Ohioans than people might think
A Policy Matters Ohio review finds Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill gives huge tax cuts to the wealthy while imposing deep Medicaid and SNAP reductions that could strip aid from hundreds of thousands of Ohio families.
