Seattle City Council committee approves revisions to app-based worker compensation law
On May 9, the Seattle City Council’s Governance, Accountability & Economic Development Committee passed legislation to revise the city’s app-based worker minimum […]
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady amid persistent inflation concerns
Despite hopes for a shift in monetary policy, the Federal Reserve has decided to maintain interest rates at a 23-year high, citing […]
Teens swipe $106,000 in high-end goods – WR warns of broader impact
Four teenagers allegedly swiped a staggering $106,000 worth of goods from a Bottega Veneta store in Bellevue, sending shockwaves through the community. […]
Contrasting economic signals: Confidence dips as consumers stay resilient
Recent economic data and surveys indicate a mixed outlook for the US economy. A Gallup survey revealed a decline in economic confidence […]
2024 set for significant turnover in Olympia
2024 promises a political shake-up in Olympia, with key figures departing for new roles. Governor Jay Inslee, Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler, and […]
Dispelling the myth of mall demise
In a world where the demise of the mall seems like an impending reality, Kevin McCrain, at the helm of Brookfield Properties, […]
Macy’s unveils Divine Nine menswear collection: A tribute to heritage and empowerment
Macy’s, in collaboration with the National Pan-Hellenic Council, has unveiled a groundbreaking menswear collection honoring the Divine Nine fraternities. Scheduled for release […]
WR delivers insights on retail and legislative successes to SnoValley Chamber
Mark Johnson, Senior VP of Policy and Government Affairs at WR, recently spoke at the SnoValley Chamber of Commerce in North Bend, […]
L&I plans stakeholder meetings to address high cancellation rates for IME caused by recording laws
In 2023, legislation passed HB 1068 allowing workers to request that they can bring a third party to video record their independent […]
Washington faces budget shift as estimated reserves decline
Washington faces a budget shift as estimated reserves decline, impacting the 2024 supplemental operating budget. The Economic and Revenue Forecast Council (ERFC) […]
Register today for the 2024 Unemployment Insurance Issues Conference June 26-28, in Spokane, WA!
We’re thrilled to have the picturesque state of Washington as the host for this year’s highly anticipated National Conference on Unemployment Insurance […]
Call to Action! Tell Congress to protect small businesses from “drive-by” privacy lawsuits
Congress is considering the American Privacy Rights Act, sweeping privacy legislation that would leave Main Street businesses vulnerable to “drive-by” lawsuits and […]