Violent incidents in stores are costing retailers millions
Organized retail crime (ORC) is increasingly alarming the retail industry, with Target recently highlighting a staggering $1.2 billion projected loss due […]
The forever labor shortage: More Americans are getting too old to work
The workforce in the U.S. and other G20 countries is aging, hinting at long-term labor shortages even with job market fluctuations, […]
Growing number of city retailers relocating to the suburbs
Retail businesses, particularly those once thriving in city office districts, are migrating to suburbs as remote work diminishes urban foot traffic. […]
Essential considerations for hiring young workers
Hiring teen workers can be a smart move for businesses that are looking for motivated employees. These entry-level workers will need […]
Blake Fix finally comes in Legislative Special Session after year-long effort
In a special legislative session on Tuesday, Washington state legislators achieved what they couldn’t in the standard 105-day legislative period: they implemented […]
WR joins forces to combat Organized Retail Crime and improve public safety
Over the last year, WR has been actively informing retailers, business owners, and leaders across Washington State about the impact of […]
Seattle reports fewer homeless encampments and declining crime
The Office of Mayor Bruce Harrell released encouraging news on the City’s struggle to move unsheltered people from tents and RVs […]
Seattle considers implementing its own drug use law amid inaction by State Legislature
Seattle is considering implementing its own drug use law as the state Legislature failed to replace an expiring statute. With the […]
Seattle renews and expands Downtown Metropolitan Improvement District for another 10 years
On May 2, the Seattle City Council unanimously approved legislation by Councilmember Sara Nelson to fund the Metropolitan Improvement District (“MID”) […]
Amazon calls employees back to the office and moves 2,000 workers from Seattle to Bellevue
Last week, Amazon workers returned to the office in downtown Seattle, marking the first official day back in the office after […]
Elliott Way opens a key piece in Seattle’s $750 million waterfront project
Seattle’s waterfront is undergoing a $750 million redevelopment project set to conclude in 2025, featuring the new Alaskan Way, sidewalks, bike […]
Governor Inslee calls special session for Legislature to address drug possession
Washington State lawmakers will have a second chance to come up with a new, statewide approach to drug possession. Governor Jay […]