Mayor Wilson delivers her first State of the City address
After a month and a half in office, Mayor Katie Wilson delivered her first wide-ranging look at Seattle in a speech at the Langston […]
Nordstrom marks 125 years with brand partnerships and promotions
Nordstrom is celebrating its 125th anniversary in 2026 with a yearlong series of events, exclusive merchandise, and expanded promotions. The retailer is launching the […]
Washington Retailers support bipartisan legislation to head off onslaught of lawsuits after state Supreme Court ruling last year
An April 2025 court ruling on the Commercial Electronic Email Act applied a broad standard for lawsuits against businesses using email marketing […]
Preparing Washington retailers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup™
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ fast approaching, Washington retailers have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to welcome the world, and it’s never too early to […]
WR launches search for next president and CEO
WR has launched a national search for its next President and Chief Executive Officer following the planned retirement of longtime leader Renée […]
Seattle police clarify response to federal immigration enforcement rumors
The Seattle Police Department has issued a formal directive outlining how officers should respond to reports and rumors of federal immigration enforcement […]
State seeks federal aid for record flood damage
Washington is requesting a federal major disaster declaration following December flooding that officials say caused the largest public infrastructure losses in more than four […]
Tariff studies find most costs borne by U.S. firms and consumers
Recent analyses from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and other research groups indicate that U.S. businesses and households are absorbing the majority of costs associated with […]
WR connects with Everett Chamber and Port of Everett at chamber luncheon
In January, WR’s Rose Gundersen attended the Greater Everett Chamber of Commerce’s luncheon at the historic APEX in downtown Everett, joining approximately 80 […]
Alarm is sounding on WA’s social insurance programs. Olympia must act
At the Employment Security Department in Olympia, the paid family and medical leave program has seen astounding growth in less than six […]
King County increases focus on repeat retail theft cases
King County prosecutors are filing more retail theft cases as part of a renewed effort to address repeat offenders who target the […]
Covington police arrest suspects in $3,500 retail theft
Image: Covington Police Department Covington police arrested two individuals after a local retailer reported more than $3,500 in stolen merchandise. Officers quickly identified the […]