DOR anticipates challenges enforcing new income tax residency rules
Image: Hallie Balch/Let’s Go Washington Even if Washington voters reject an initiative seeking to repeal the state’s new income tax, the Department […]
Puget Sound leaders launch new effort to address economic challenges
Image: Former Gov. Chris Gregoire, at podium, gathers politicians, business leaders, and others for comments and a press conference announcing the launch […]
Seattle Times Opinion: Seattle fair pricing ordinance could have unintended consequences
Aug. 28, 2026 By Ilona Lohrey and Marcos Wanless Special to The Seattle Times On Aug. 7, the Seattle City Council’s Human Services, Labor, […]
Washington Retail Association’s retro program returns more than $772,000 to members
Washington Retail Association (WR) members participating in the Retail Services Retro program are seeing a significant financial benefit, with more than $772,000 […]
Governor Ferguson proclaims September 2026 Careers in Retail Month
Governor Bob Ferguson has proclaimed September 2026 as Careers in Retail Month, recognizing retail’s important role in Washington’s economy, workforce and communities. […]
Amazon plans to vacate another Seattle office
Amazon is reportedly planning to leave an 81,000-square-foot office building at 428 Westlake Ave. N. in Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood when […]
The retail advantage: membership that delivers results
The Washington Retail Association (WR) helps retailers protect their businesses, reduce costs, strengthen their teams, and navigate a changing business environment. Representing […]
Bellevue Collection owner explores sale after 80 years
Image: Kemper Freeman, Jr., then chair and CEO of Kemper Development Co. in Bellevue, stands on a balcony in Bellevue Square. Ellen […]
Seattle mayor outlines plan to diversify economy
Image: Anthony Bolante | PSBJ Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has announced a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening and diversifying the city’s […]
Seattle Times Editorial: Lawsuit payouts are shortchanging state’s budget. WA needs tort reform
Image: Nick Wagner / The Seattle Times Aug. 9, 2026 By The Seattle Times editorial board Washington state ended its fiscal year […]
Courage PAC launches to support community and economic priorities
Image: Representative Mari Leavitt Representative Mari Leavitt (D-28) has announced the launch of Courage PAC, a political action committee focused on supporting […]
New U.S. tariffs renew trade concerns between Washington and Canada
New U.S. tariffs on Canadian imports took effect Aug. 22 after trade talks between the two countries broke down, raising concerns for […]