Benton County Sheriff’s Office considers AI tool for identifying suspects
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office in Washington state is at the forefront of adopting advanced technology to enhance law enforcement capabilities. […]
What we are tracking — WR Legislative Hot List
Artificial Intelligence Bills (SB 5838)/(HB 1934), (HB 1951) Progress: Senate version heard, waiting for a vote; House hearing imminent. WR’s Stance: […]
Council President Sara Nelson lays out her vision
In an uncommonly bold approach to Council leadership, newly-elected President Sara Nelson set forth her goals and vision in an OpEd […]
Valentine’s Day spending to reach new record
Valentine’s Day spending is expected to reach a new record of $14.2 billion this year, with people spending more on their significant others […]
Washington State leads in retail theft, impacting small businesses nationwide
Organized retail crime has escalated into a significant challenge for retailers across the United States, compelling major stores to shut down […]
Red Sea turmoil amplifies global supply chain risks
The Red Sea region’s escalating turmoil is exacerbating global supply chain challenges and potentially creating new bottlenecks in an already overburdened […]
SB 6296 will create a win-win for retail workers and employers
WR testified last Friday in support of SB 6296 before the Senate Higher Education and Workforce Development Committee. The bill sponsored […]
Bills to offer UI benefits for striking workers are unfair to employers
Washington may become one of a few states that allow striking workers to qualify for unemployment benefits under certain conditions. SB […]
Greater Spokane Inc. delegation meets in Olympia to talk retail
A delegation of approximately 60 business, education, and community leaders met in Olympia this past week to advocate on behalf of […]
WR participates at Organized Retail Crime Task Force
WR President and CEO Renée Sunde and Senior VP of Policy and Government Affairs Mark Johnson participated in Tuesday’s Organized Retail […]
Five ways the pandemic continues to shape retail
The retail industry, transformed by the COVID-19 pandemic, continues to evolve with positive and innovative changes. Here are five key ways […]
WR supports tax credit to hire people with barriers to employment
Senate Bill 5472, introduced in the Washington State Legislature, marks a significant stride in addressing unemployment among hard-to-place job seekers, such […]