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Black Friday 2024

Despite an effort to start the holiday shopping season earlier due to a shorter shopping window, many consumers still postponed their purchases […]

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December’s big freeze

Left to Right: Senator Joe Nguyen (D-34) and Crystal Leatherman, WR State & Local Government Affairs Director Elected lawmakers and other officials […]

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Tacoma Mall’s upscale transformation

As malls across the U.S. grapple with declining foot traffic, Tacoma Mall is defying the odds with a multi-million-dollar renovation to create […]

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Organized Retail Crime Unit files charges in $48,000 theft scheme

The Washington State Attorney General’s Organized Retail Crime Unit has filed its sixth criminal prosecution, targeting three individuals accused of orchestrating a […]

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2025 Seattle minimum wage of $20.76 takes effect January 1

Effective January 1, 2025, all Seattle businesses must pay employees at least $20.76 per hour. This new minimum wage applies citywide and […]

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Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales to resign

Tammy Morales listens to public comments at Seattle City Hall on Sept. 17. (Kevin Clark / The Seattle Times) On December 4, […]

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Correction: Nationwide injunction issued against Corporate Transparency Act

In light of recent developments, WR would like to correct last week’s article regarding compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). On […]

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Online sales surge to $41 billion during Black Friday weekend

The Black Friday to Cyber Monday shopping period set new records, with U.S. online sales reaching $41.1 billion, according to Adobe Analytics. […]

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Scam Alert: Fraudulent notices target Washington small businesses

Washington’s small businesses are being targeted by scammers posing as the Secretary of State’s Office. These fraudulent letters, designed to mimic official […]

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Import surge: Retailers brace for tariffs and potential port strike

U.S. container ports are experiencing a surge in import activity as retailers prepare for potential disruptions from increased tariffs and a possible […]

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2025 Workplace posters now available in 29 languages

Employers, take note! The Office of Labor Standards (OLS) has released the 2025 workplace posters, now translated into 29 languages. These posters […]

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Legislators have begun pre-filing bills before session

December 2 marked the start of pre-filing for the 2025 Legislative Session, when legislators began submitting bills for consideration. Bill numbers begin […]

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