Huge numbers in Ohio and other states are one big expense away from poverty
An Ohio-based analysis finds many U.S. families—especially those earning near the median income—are just one major unexpected expense away from falling into poverty.
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Nearly half of Ohio’s renters are paying more than they can afford on rent, new report shows
A new report finds Ohio faces a shortage of 266,000 affordable rental units, with 73% of the state's lowest-income renters spending more than half their income on housing costs.
Gas prices spike across US amid Iran war
Gas prices surged to $3.48/gallon nationally after U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran pushed oil past $100/barrel and effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts warn prices could rise another 20–50 cents this week.
After positive January, latest job report shows losses again
The U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, raising unemployment to 4.4%. The report highlights declines in federal, information, and health care employment.
A group seeks to eliminate Ohio property taxes. Experts warn it would create devastating budget cuts
An Ohio group is pushing a constitutional amendment to eliminate property taxes, but policy experts warn the move could trigger major cuts to schools, libraries, and local services.
Ohio House waits on data center study vote, hints at veto override on sales tax exemption
Ohio lawmakers are considering a data center study commission and a possible veto override to end a sales tax exemption, as debate grows over the industry’s costs and benefits.
Iran war drives gas price uncertainty ahead of busy summer season
The national average gas price has climbed above $3 a gallon for the first time this year as rising oil prices and tensions involving Iran push fuel costs higher.
Tiffin mayor responds to planned TMD closure: 'Deeply concerning for our community'
Tiffin Mayor Lee Wilkinson called the planned TMD closure "deeply concerning" and said the city will support affected workers while remaining hopeful a buyer emerges before the April 30, 2026 deadline.
US Senate Democrats demand Trump administration refund tariff payments to businesses
Senate Democrats urge Treasury to refund over $130 billion in tariffs after the Supreme Court ruled the Trump administration lacked authority under federal law.
Evergreen Recycling closes Clyde plant, 163 jobs cut in Sandusky County
Evergreen Recycling LLC has permanently closed its Clyde, Ohio facility, eliminating 163 jobs in Sandusky County after its lender unexpectedly seized company funds and halted financing in February 2026.
TMD Tiffin plant to close permanently, 407 jobs cut
First Brands Group will permanently close its TMD Tiffin manufacturing facility on April 30, 2026, eliminating all 407 jobs. The Cleveland-based company cited Chapter 11 bankruptcy and failed efforts to sell or refinance the plant.
Amid drastic Medicaid cuts, Ohio Department of Health director lays out rural program funding plans
Ohio health officials outlined plans for a $202 million rural health award as $33 billion in projected Medicaid cuts threaten rural hospitals, maternity care, and long-term stability.
Husted backed the corrupt HB 6 bailout. Ohio households now pay $663 more a year.
Records link Sen. Jon Husted to Ohio’s HB 6 scandal as electric bills climb $663 a year since 2019. The issue is emerging as a key factor in the 2026 Senate race.
Economists: Cutting immigration will harm Ohio’s economy
A survey of Ohio economists finds broad agreement that cutting immigration would reduce tax revenue, slow small-business growth, and potentially raise prices across the state economy.
Ohio bill seeks to address child care for military families as access crisis continues
Ohio Senate Bill 218 would exempt federally certified military child care providers from state licensing rules, seeking to improve access and affordability for military families.
Data center tax breaks are on the chopping block in some states
Lawmakers in multiple states are moving to curb or repeal data center tax incentives, citing rising electricity costs, environmental concerns and billions in lost revenue.
Trump axed a probe into grocery collusion. Ohio’s U.S. Senate candidates won’t talk about it
Unsealed FTC allegations claim Pepsi gave Walmart pricing advantages that hurt competitors and may have raised grocery prices, but the case was dropped after Trump took office.
Report: Ramaswamy tax plan would gut Ohio schools, Medicaid
A new Innovation Ohio report warns that Vivek Ramaswamy's proposal to eliminate Ohio's personal income tax would create a $9.8 billion annual budget shortfall, threatening public school funding, Medicaid coverage for 3 million Ohioans, and forcing higher property or sales taxes on working families.
Ohio Department of Children & Youth praised, criticized by child care fraud bill sponsors
Two Ohio House bills propose new child care fraud safeguards, but Republican sponsors clash over whether the Department of Children & Youth is transparent and proactive in investigating cases.
Trump vows new tariffs, attacks Supreme Court justices after ruling
President Donald Trump says he will maintain tariffs using alternative legal authority after the Supreme Court ruled he exceeded his power under IEEPA, signaling further legal and political clashes.
