Retailers support community safety through naloxone access
Retailers across the country continue to play an important role in responding to the ongoing opioid crisis. Many businesses are choosing to […]
Crystal Leatherman promoted to Director of Policy and Government Affairs
The Washington Retail Association (WR) is pleased to announce the promotion of Crystal Leatherman to Director of Policy and Government Affairs, effective […]
King County candidate proposes funding for retail theft prosecutions
Image: King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci speaks at a press conference Thursday, Aug. 21 in Kent about starting up a new retail […]
Interim guidance issued for retail sales tax implementation
The Department of Revenue has released new interim guidance to assist with the implementation of Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5814, which […]
Washington Supreme Court clarifies salary posting requirement
The Washington Supreme Court recently issued a decision interpreting the state’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act (EPOA), which requires employers with 15 […]
Washington ranks lowest in police staffing nationwide
Washington continues to face significant challenges in law enforcement staffing, ranking last in the nation for the 15th consecutive year, according to […]
Retailers on alert: WA Supreme Court expands email marketing liability
A recent ruling by the Washington Supreme Court has significantly heightened the legal risks for retailers who rely on email marketing to […]
Strengthening supply chains: CORCA explained
By: Nate Kaplan, State Director GORAIL America’s supply chain delivers nearly 59 tons of freight for each American every year, much of […]
Kroger to close six Western Washington stores this Fall, citing rising theft
Kroger, the parent company of Fred Meyer and QFC, has announced the closure of two additional Fred Meyer locations in Lake City […]
Brazen jewelry store robbery in West Seattle
Photo credit: King5.com Seattle Police are investigating a high-value robbery that occurred at a family-owned jewelry store in West Seattle. Authorities report […]
The misperception of shrink and its impact on organized retail crime
It’s time to set the record straight — claims that ORC losses are inflated due to inventory shrink are inaccurate By: David […]
Seattle voters to decide on business tax restructure
Seattle City Council has approved a proposal to overhaul the city’s business and occupation tax system, sending the measure to voters for […]