Weak hiring outlook raises concerns for year ahead
A new economic report from Moody’s Analytics places Washington among more than twenty states showing signs of recession or approaching one. The analysis highlights […]
Workers’ comp rates to rise in Washington
The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries announced that the average cost of workers compensation insurance will increase in 2026. Beginning […]
Plastic bag fee increases in Washington beginning in 2026
Washington retailers and restaurants will see an adjustment to bag fees beginning January 1, 2026. Under state law, the minimum customer charge for plastic […]
Mayor-elect Katie Wilson names her transition team
Photo via Katie Wilson for Seattle Mayor As she prepares to take office on January 1, Mayor-elect Katie Wilson named a 60-person transition team to begin […]
AI driven Black Friday spending reaches new high
US shoppers set a new online spending record this Black Friday as artificial intelligence tools played a major role in how people discovered gifts […]