Updated “Guide to Navigating Public Safety & Retail Crime” now available
WR is pleased to announce the release of the latest “Guide to Navigating Public Safety & Retail Crime,” Version 8.0. This updated […]
Washington voters to decide on key initiatives in November
Washington voters will soon have the opportunity to weigh in on four significant initiatives during the November 5 general election. Each measure […]
L&I’s proposed 3.8% average rate increase for 2025 raises underlying concerns
Last week, L&I proposed a 3.8% average workers’ compensation rate increase for 2025, which is lower than the 5.5% overall increase their […]
Crystal Leatherman appointed co-chair of key subcommittees on Attorney General’s AI Taskforce
Crystal Leatherman, WR’s Local & State Government Affairs Manager, has been selected to Co-Chair three key subcommittees for the Attorney General’s AI […]
NRF Foundation launches Customer Conflict De-escalation training for front-line workers
The NRF Foundation has partnered with the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) to launch a new 30-minute online course, Customer Conflict De-escalation. As […]
Judge clears Amazon in high-profile warehouse safety probe
Judge Stephen Pfeifer of the state Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals dismissed four citations issued by the Department of Labor & Industries […]
WR launches legislative store tours
The WR team, alongside representatives from WR member North 40 Outfitters, recently hosted a tour for three state legislators from Spokane and […]
Seattle City Council votes to put competing housing proposals on February 11th special election ballot
In February, Seattle voters will have a chance to vote on two very different proposals to create additional affordable housing in the […]
Amazon mandates full-time office return by 2025
Amazon will require employees to return to the office full time starting January 2025, ending its hybrid work model. CEO Andy Jassy […]
Seattle City Council passes bills to restrict prostitution and illegal drug activity
On September 17, the Seattle City Council approved legislation aimed at curbing illegal prostitution and drug dealing in specific areas of the […]
Organized retail crime surge: A growing concern for Washington State
A recent report on Organized Retail Crime (ORC) highlights a troubling trend of increasing retail theft across the United States, with significant […]
WR Leadership join BOMA Panel highlighting the essential role of retail in communities
At Bellevue Square’s Center Court, the September Membership Meeting of the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) focused on the vital topic, […]