Op-Ed: Enough is enough: Washington’s independent restaurants deserve breathing room
The Center Square July 22, 2025 Opinion: By Jared Nieuwenhuis | Bellevue City Council About this commentary: The opinions expressed by the authors […]
Longview facility will advance organic food management goals for retail grocers
With the enactment of multiple organic food management laws in 2022 and 2024, WR has actively engaged in both the legislative process […]
Seattle City Council selects former Councilmember for District 5 vacancy
After narrowing the list of potential appointees from 22 to 6 on July 17, the City Council appointed former Councilmember Debora Juarez […]
Deadline approaching for comment on new sales tax changes
The Washington State Department of Revenue (DOR) recently held a series of virtual listening sessions to gather input on the implementation of […]
Retail sales hold steady in June despite economic uncertainty
June marked a solid month for retail sales growth, with total spending up 3.7 percent compared to last year, according to data […]
Off-price retailers stay strong as department stores evolve
The National Retail Federation’s 2025 Top 100 Retailers list, compiled by Kantar, reveals ongoing shifts in the apparel and jewelry sector. TJX […]
Macy’s Tukwila tour strengthens ORC collaboration efforts
Last week, the Washington Retail Association (WR) team, including Board Member and Southcenter General Manager Navdeep Singh, CEO Renée Sunde, Director of […]
Prime Day sparks record-breaking $24.1 billion in online sales
Amazon’s extended four-day Prime Day summer event, held July 8–11, fueled a surge in online shopping, generating $24.1 billion in U.S. e-commerce […]
Economic outlook mixed as policy uncertainty weighs on retail
The U.S. economy remains on steady ground despite growing concerns over new tariffs and evolving federal policies, according to National Retail Federation […]
Department of Revenue hosts listening sessions on new sales tax changes
The Washington State Department of Revenue is inviting business owners and stakeholders to participate in upcoming listening sessions regarding changes under ESSB […]
House “Crypto Week” could reshape U.S. financial landscape
Illustration: Shoshana Gordon/Axios The U.S. House of Representatives is launching a legislative push known as “Crypto Week,” with three proposed bills that […]
Shoppers get strategic as economic concerns shape back-to-school season
Back-to-school spending remains a critical barometer of household financial confidence, and this year, shoppers are adjusting their habits in response to continued […]