Trade War Impact: The U.S. moved to ban a wide range of Canadian imports—alcohol, motorcycles and dairy—effective Sept. 29, escalating retaliation after Canada’s countertariffs and raising fresh pressure on USMCA ties. Data Centers & Housing: A National Association of REALTORS® report says data center effects on housing vary by market, with high-concentration counties showing much higher home values and faster growth—while stressing correlation isn’t causation. Ohio Energy Costs: AAA reports Northeast Ohio gas is up to about $3.94/gal, with volatility tied to crude oil swings and Labor Day setting a new seasonal record. Aerospace Manufacturing: GE Aerospace agreed to buy Cleveland-based CPP for $11.75B, aiming to secure upstream casting capacity for commercial, defense and aftermarket demand. Local Business/Construction: NRP Group broke ground on Stone Ridge at High Street in Columbus, a 150-unit affordable project with Ohio Housing Finance Agency partnership. Public Safety/Health: Cleveland Clinic partnered with Luminai to automate complex administrative workflows, starting with external referrals that often arrive by fax. Food Recall: Walmart’s Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend was added to an E. coli berry recall expanding beyond earlier GreenWise lots. Animal Welfare: An Ashland County dog breeder faces new charges, including alleged sexual conduct with an animal, after a large dog removal.