Seattle City Light foresees higher rate increases
Facing higher demand, volatility in power markets, and climate change impacts, Seattle City Light is projecting higher electricity rates than previously expected. […]
Seattle’s misdemeanor crime surge ignites a call for action
Seattle businesses and residents are increasingly frustrated with rising misdemeanor crimes, despite a decrease in violent crime. At the recent City Council […]
WR’s Johnson speaks to Bellevue Rotary
WR Senior Vice President of Policy and Government Affairs, Mark Johnson, was the guest speaker at the Bellevue Rotary Club Tuesday luncheon. […]
High crime rates and insurance challenges face Pierce County business owners
Nirav Sheth, who owns Meinecke stores in Gig Harbor, Silverdale, and Des Moines, is at risk of losing his insurance due to […]
Seattle City Council raises penalties for illegal street racing
The Seattle City Council, led by Councilmember Bob Kettle, chair of the Public Safety Committee, and Councilmember Tanya Woo, passed new legislation […]
Female athletes: The new faces of authentic brand storytelling
As female athletes break records and barriers in sports, they are also redefining brand storytelling. Tennis star Coco Gauff and gymnast Jordan […]
Important updates on post-consumer recycled content penalties and upcoming changes
As of July 31, 2024, the Washington State Department of Ecology (DOE) has completed sending out violation notices for Post Consumer Recycled […]
Amazon’s Prime Day hits record sales, topping $14 billion
Amazon announced its most successful Prime Day event ever, with Prime members purchasing more items than in any previous year. The Seattle-based […]
Target launches denim take-back event for back-to-school season
As the back-to-school shopping season begins, Target is introducing its first nationwide denim take-back event. From Sunday, August 4 through Saturday, August […]
Women of Color joint fundraiser emphasizes diverse representation in government
Pictured Left to Right: WR State & Local Government Affairs Manager, Crystal Leatherman, Representative Cindy Ryu (32nd Legislative District), Representative Brandy Donaghy […]
Retail advocacy and education remains a cornerstone for WR
During the interim, the GA Team has been meeting with key legislators to discuss priority issues and to educate on the vital […]
2023-2024 summary of employment laws impacting retailers
An unprecedented number of bills were passed during the 2023-2024 biennium, significantly impacting employment practices, payroll, and costs for retail businesses. WR […]