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The daytime populations of New York, Los Angeles and Chicago plunged to ghost town levels as more commuters worked from home during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Census Bureau reported Wednesday.
During the pandemic, the remote-work model evolved from the work-life choice of a few to a health directive for many, and the ranks of digital nomads swelled, aided by technology. Employees now appreciate the savings in commuting expenses and time, forcing employers to adapt. But workers are finding that remote work brings its own costs.