How Lawmakers Voted on Retail Affordability in 2026
The Washington Retail Association (WR) has released its 2026 Consumer Affordability Scorecard, highlighting how lawmakers voted on key issues affecting retailers, employees, […]
Fremont construction project sparks community conversation
A recent episode of The Weekly Seattle explored the ongoing construction impacts in Fremont and the changes surrounding the Route 40 project. […]
Faster labor contracts act raises questions about collective bargaining process
Proposed federal legislation known as the Faster Labor Contracts Act (FLCA) would change the process for reaching initial collective bargaining agreements between […]
Puget Sound economy faces housing and employment slowdown
The Washington Retail Association (WR) is monitoring economic trends across the Puget Sound region as new data point to slower growth in […]
Real estate outlook highlights opportunities and challenges
Representing the Washington Retail Association, Interim CEO Alesha Shemwell joined more than 20 industry professionals at a recent Real Estate Development Roundtable […]
Seattle addresses public safety concerns on Aurora Avenue
Seattle leaders announced new efforts to address ongoing public safety concerns along Aurora Avenue North, including increased gun violence, human trafficking, and […]
Retail groups react to credit card fee settlement approval
A federal judge has granted preliminary approval to a proposed settlement in a long-running antitrust lawsuit involving Visa and Mastercard and the […]
World Cup visitors drive strong sales for Seattle retailers
Seattle retailers and restaurants reported significant increases in customer traffic and sales during the recent FIFA World Cup match between the United […]
Downtown Seattle continues to attract residents, visitors, and retailers
New data highlights the continued strength of downtown Seattle as a retail, dining, and entertainment destination. According to information compiled by the […]
Reminder: Washington overtime salary threshold increases in 2027
Retailers should keep Washington’s overtime salary threshold in mind as they plan 2027 budgets. Beginning January 1, 2027, the minimum salary required […]
Gift card fraud continues to challenge retailers and consumers
Gift card fraud remains a growing concern for retailers and shoppers as criminals use increasingly sophisticated methods to steal funds from activated […]
Seattle faces mixed outlook in national investment ranking
Seattle ranked 11th in the Financial Times and Nikkei Investing in America ranking, highlighting both strengths and challenges in the city’s business […]