Seattle Police Chief resigns
After four years on the job (including two as acting Chief), Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz has resigned as chief, replaced on […]
Washington State tops WalletHub’s 2024 economic rankings
In a recent study by WalletHub, Washington State emerged as the top state for economic performance in 2024. The analysis evaluated all […]
Father’s Day spending to reach $22.4 billion
Father’s Day spending is projected to hit $22.4 billion this year, marking the second highest in the history of the National Retail […]
I-2066 Stop the Gas Ban Initiative: Signature collection launched
The landscape of energy usage and regulation is a topic of ongoing discussion and debate in Washington state. One initiative that has […]
Letter to the editor supports Mayor Harrell’s public safety initiatives
In the Sunday, June 2, 2024, edition of the Seattle Times, a letter penned by WR Board Member and local Seattle business […]
Mayor Harrell unveils crime prevention technology pilot
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has announced the next steps in the Crime Prevention Technology pilot, part of the broader One Seattle Safety […]
2024 Legislative Law Review released to WR members
WR has finalized and distributed its 2024 Legislative Law Review to all dues-paying members. This comprehensive 45-page guide, produced after each session, […]
Celebrating Bruce Nordstrom: A Retail Icon
WR celebrates Bruce Nordstrom, whose visionary leadership propelled Nordstrom from a family shoe store to a retail giant. Bruce’s passion for retail, […]
Honoring our heroes
As we commemorate Memorial Day, WR stands in solemn gratitude for the brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation’s […]
WR releases 2024 Legislative Report Card
WR recently released the 2024 Legislative Session Report Card to members, which tracks and evaluates lawmakers’ votes on key issues affecting retailers. […]
Target reducing prices on thousands of items to combat inflation fatigue
Target is implementing massive price cuts on over 1,500 items to appeal to shoppers wary of inflation. The reductions, effective immediately, will […]
How Amazon, Poshmark, and Qurate Retail are using live streaming to redefine e-commerce
Live streaming is reshaping the landscape of e-commerce, catering to the interactive preferences of modern consumers. Recognizing this trend, industry giants like […]