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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]