Washington payroll employment climbs in September
According to recent state and federal figures, Washington state saw an increase in payroll employment last month and a higher number […]
Washington state set to lower Paid Family & Medical Leave premiums
In 2024, workers in Washington state can look forward to a slight reduction in the premiums for the Paid Family & […]
AI – the new Wild West
Artificial intelligence (AI) has moved beyond its initial niche and is now pervasive in our conversations, headlines, and daily life. Whether […]
Improve safety with new hire orientation buddies
Finding enough time to properly onboard new employees is challenging. The initial orientation has a lot to cover with paperwork and […]
2023 statewide General Election update
Eyes were on the Seattle and King County elections. However, WR has been monitoring several key races and initiatives across the […]
President Biden takes sweeping action on AI governance
President Joe Biden has signed an executive order addressing the need for robust regulations on artificial intelligence (AI). He emphasizes the […]
Ecology finalizes Post-Consumer Recycled Content rule language
The Washington State Department of Ecology has finalized the regulatory language for the Post-Consumer Recycled Content (PCRC) rule, a significant step […]
2023 Holiday to reach record spending levels
Holiday spending is expected to reach record levels during November and December and will grow between 3% and 4% over 2022 […]
Veterans in retail: A salute to service excellence
As we honor those who have served in the US Armed Forces this Veterans Day, it’s time to spotlight the invaluable […]
Seattle and King County general election results: Big change is coming to the Seattle City Council
The November 7 general election featured all seven Seattle City Council seats elected by district, including three Seattle City Councilmembers seeking […]
King County Council considering a $18.99 minimum wage
On October 17, the King County Council’s Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee heard a presentation by Council staff on legislation that […]
Urge Congress to address the surge in retail crime on Retail Crime Day
In collaboration with the National Retail Federation, Washington Retail is spearheading Fight Retail Crime Day on October 26, 2023, to spotlight […]