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 […]
Mother’s Day spending projected to reach record $38 billion
Mother’s Day spending in the United States is expected to reach a record $38 billion this year, according to a National Retail Federation (NRF) […]
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 […]
Washington CEMA litigation expands after court ruling
One year after the Washington Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Old Navy LLC, litigation under Washington’s Commercial Electronic Mail Act has grown significantly. The […]
Tariffs continue to shape retail outlook in late April
As April 2026 comes to a close, tariffs remain one of the most significant forces influencing the retail sector. While the U.S. Supreme Court […]
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. […]
WR promotes SAFEME at Boys & Girls Club of WA staff conference
Last Friday, WR presented SAFEME Essentials and SAFEME Automotive, two free workplace safety online training that prepares entry-level workers, at the Boys and Girls Club of Washington (BGCWA) staff conference in Tacoma. The opportunity to […]
WR needs you: Lawmakers need to hear from retailers
With the legislative session behind us, WR is already focused on the interim and the work ahead. While lawmakers may have left Olympia, advocacy […]
Backlash grows over Ferguson’s veto of anti-theft funds
The Center Square By Carleen johnson April 14, 2026 Two weeks after Governor Bob Ferguson signed the supplemental operating budget, questions remain […]
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 […]
WR office space now available for lease
WR is offering first-level professional office space for lease, creating an opportunity for businesses seeking a well-located and collaborative environment. The space […]
Suspected retail theft spree leads to arrest in Thurston County
Image: Thurston County Sheriff’s Office A suspected organized retail theft case in Thurston and Lewis counties recently resulted in two arrests following […]