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Best Buy and Microsoft turn e-waste into fashionable art for Earth Month

Best Buy and Microsoft are teaming up to celebrate Earth Month in style. Best Buy, known for its e-waste recycling efforts, is […]

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AI revolutionizes e-commerce: Personalized shopping experiences and seamless integration

AI in e-commerce is reshaping online shopping, offering a personalized experience worth over $8 billion in investments. With AI, businesses craft tailored […]

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WR addresses Bellevue Chamber Executive Business Roundtable 

Mark Johnson, WR Senior VP for Policy and Government Affairs, delivered a presentation at the Bellevue Chamber Executive Business Roundtable on “The […]

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Seattle allocates $1.2M to aid small businesses affected by property damage 

Seattle’s small businesses have faced significant challenges due to property crime, with the city’s aid program allocating $1.2 million since its 2022 […]

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Seattle Council proposes measures to revitalize police recruitment efforts

Seattle’s City Council initiated a legislative move to enhance police recruitment in response to dwindling officer numbers. Spearheaded by Council President Sara […]

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King County Council Committee approves new minimum wage ordinance

On April 16, the King County Council’s Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee approved a new minimum wage ordinance that would cover businesses in […]

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Dick’s commits $2M for youth sports on 10th anniversary of Sports Matter Program 

Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation marks the 10th anniversary of its Sports Matter Program by committing $2 million to a new grant initiative.   […]

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Seattle taxpayer survey reveals resistance to new taxes amidst budget deficit 

Seattle faces a growing budget deficit, but a recent survey by the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce reveals that taxpayers are opposed […]

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L&I seeks feedback on work hour policies for minors

The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) is soliciting feedback on a draft administrative policy concerning the employment of minors, […]

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Update: New legislative district boundaries in effect for 2024 election cycle after stay requests denied 

In March, Federal District Court Judge Robert Lasnick revealed revised legislative district maps following his ruling last year that boundaries set by […]

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H&M Group invests in physical stores, including refurbishing 250 globally

H&M Group, the renowned fast-fashion company, has unveiled plans to bolster its physical store presence by investing in refurbishments and strategic openings. […]

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Rulemaking underway to implement warehouse quota requirements

Rulemaking is underway by the Washington Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) to implement legislation (2SHB 1762) passed in 2023 aimed at […]

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