KIRO NewsRadio Opinion: WA tolerating its way to dead last in retail theft
A security guard stands in the doorway of a store. (Photo: Leon Neal, Getty Images) By Charlie Harger Host, Seattle’s Morning News […]
Retailers support community safety through naloxone access
Retailers across the country continue to play an important role in responding to the ongoing opioid crisis. Many businesses are choosing to […]
Empower your business and the industry – become a Washington Retail Association member
Washington Retail Association has released The Retail Advantage, a membership guide now available that highlights how WR protects and advances retailers statewide. […]
USDOT issues emergency rule tightening CDL eligibility for non-citizens
The US Department of Transportation has issued an emergency final rule that changes how states issue Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs) to non-citizens. […]
Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act sell-through deadline set for Dec. 31, 2025
Washington retailers and distributors should prepare now for the sell-through deadline under the Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (TFCA). The law’s initial restrictions took […]
Close election results for Seattle Mayor and King County Executive
Early results in the November general election show close results in some key races. In the race for Seattle Mayor, incumbent Bruce […]
Corporate job cuts ripple across Washington’s retail landscape
Recent workforce reductions by several major national retailers are having notable effects in Washington state, where both local economies and retail activity […]
Woman arrested in connection with multiple thefts at Lacey Target
A 44-year-old Shelton woman was arrested after allegedly stealing merchandise from a Target store in Lacey over several months. According to a […]
Retail thief sentenced to 13 years for $750,000 mall crime spree
A man convicted of stealing more than $750,000 in merchandise from malls across western Washington has been sentenced to 13 years in […]
Where to find the best Black Friday 2025 deals
The holiday shopping season is officially underway, and this year’s Black Friday, falling on November 28, 2025, is shaping up to be […]
Rep. Leavitt Brings Statewide Focus to Public Safety, Retail Theft, & ORC
Washington’s Growing Epidemic: The Rising Cost of Retail Crime Rep. Mari Leavitt (D-28), in collaboration with the Washington Retail Association and the […]
Retail community invited to upcoming Tacoma conversation
Members of the retail industry are invited to join a small business roundtable hosted later this month in Tacoma featuring Representative Melanie […]