Opinion: Let’s talk honestly about Prop 1 and its unintended consequences
Wayne Fournier is a Thurston County commissioner, lifelong union member and former mayor of Tenino. The Daily Chronicle Posted Monday, September 29, […]
WR Local Government PAC announces new round of endorsed candidates
The Washington Retail Association’s Local Government Political Action Committee is proud to announce its latest round of endorsements for candidates running in […]
Grays Harbor man sentenced for leading organized retail theft operation
Shawn Sinnett’s home was searched, and a large amount of evidence was seized. Photo credit: Grays Harbor County Sheriff’s Office A Grays […]
Holiday season could be at risk as federal shutdown continues
The National Retail Federation (NRF) is urging Congress to end the federal government shutdown that began on October 1 after lawmakers failed […]
Organized retail crime rings target everyday essentials
Photo Credit: California Highway Patrol Organized retail crime continues to challenge retailers nationwide, with losses estimated at $94.5 billion annually, according to […]
Celebrating National Crime Prevention Month
October marks National Crime Prevention Month, a time to promote awareness and encourage community action to create safer neighborhoods. Across Washington, crime […]
Support WR-endorsed candidates in the General Election
With the General Election just weeks away, the Washington Retail Association urges members and retail partners to support the pro-retail candidates […]
Walmart to remove synthetic dyes and over 30 ingredients from private brand foods
Walmart U.S. has announced plans to eliminate synthetic dyes and more than 30 additional ingredients, including certain preservatives, artificial sweeteners, and fat […]
Olympia City Council Votes to Oppose Proposition 1
After more than three hours of spirited testimony, the Olympia City Council voted 4–3 to adopt Resolution 25-0865 opposing Proposition 1, a sweeping […]
State revenue forecast shows continued decline, budget challenges ahead
Washington’s projected tax collections have declined by more than $500 million since the Legislature approved its most recent two-year budget earlier this […]
Hastily passed tax will haunt WA lawmakers
Nick Wagner / The Seattle Times By The Seattle Times editorial board Nine days — that’s how long Democratic lawmakers in Olympia […]
Imports expected to dip below 2 million TEU as tariffs rise
Monthly import volumes at major U.S. container ports are expected to fall below 2 million Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEU) for the rest […]