Seattle’s economy and city budget holding steady despite challenges
A new analysis by Seattle’s Office of Economic and Revenue Forecast provided city officials with a pleasant surprise when it projected that the city’s economy and budget will […]
Retail theft funding veto raises concerns across Washington
Photo credit: King5.com Washington retailers and business leaders are raising concerns after Gov. Bob Ferguson vetoed $500,000 in state funding that was […]
Regional Homelessness Authority on the rocks
After its creation with much fanfare a mere 7 years ago, the Regional Homelessness Authority (“RHA”) could be dismantled if Seattle City Councilmember Maritza Rivera and King County Councilmember Rod […]
Expanded Fair Chance Act takes effect July 1 for most employers
The Expanded Fair Chance Act (EHB 1747), passed in 2025, takes effect on July 1, 2026, for employers with 15+ employees. All […]
Barnes and Noble returns to downtown Seattle
Barnes & Noble is set to reopen in downtown Seattle on May 6, marking a notable return for the national retailer after […]
WR offers flexible office space in prime Olympia location
WR is leasing professional office space at its building located at 618 Quince St. SE in Olympia, just minutes from I-5 and Downtown Olympia. The available […]
Retail trends show resilience amid policy and workforce shifts
Recent updates from the National Retail Federation (NRF) highlight both opportunities and challenges shaping the retail sector. A new federal tariff refund portal opened in mid-April, allowing importers to […]
Employment law passed in WA’s 2026 legislative session
Washington’s 2026 legislative session introduced a broad set of employment law changes that will have real, day-to-day implications for employers across the […]
L&I invites input on Pregnancy-Accommodation Expansion rulemaking
SB 5217 (Healthy Start Act under RCW 49.92) passed in 2025 will take effect Jan 1, 2027. L&I is inviting input for rulemaking. […]
Worker access to personnel files expands under updated L&I rule
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has adopted updates to its personnel file rules to align with recent changes in […]
Washington strengthens community reinvestment with HB 2523
On March 23, 2026, Governor Bob Ferguson signed HB 2523 into law, advancing Washington’s community reinvestment program and reinforcing the state’s commitment to long-term […]
WA has a jobs crisis. Why won’t our leaders say it?
Amazon buildings in South Lake Union in Seattle in January. Amazon, Expedia Group, Meta and Microsoft all reported layoffs, albeit a small fraction of […]