Retail theft trends present ongoing challenges for retailers
Retail theft continues to affect stores nationwide, with recent data highlighting increases in both incidents and related safety concerns. According to a study by […]
Seattle prepares for lasting impact from 2026 World Cup
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaching, leaders are focused not only on hosting matches but also on creating long-term economic and […]
Working families tax cut boosts households and retail
This tax season, millions of American families are seeing larger refunds thanks to the Working Families Tax Cut. The law provides targeted relief […]
Lacey police arrest suspect in organized retail theft case
Law enforcement agencies in Thurston County recently arrested a man accused of multiple thefts from Home Depot stores in Lacey, underscoring continued […]
Supreme Court limits presidential tariff authority
The United States Supreme Court ruled 6 to 3 that tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act exceeded presidential authority. The decision concludes that […]
Retailers respond to rising theft with store changes
National retailers, including Walmart and Target, say organized retail crime and ongoing inventory losses are driving significant changes inside their stores. Company […]
What we are tracking — WR Legislative Hot List
WR is closely monitoring the bills that have advanced through the legislative process. Each week, we’ll spotlight our weekly “hot list” key legislation that could […]
WR launches search for next president and CEO
WR has launched a national search for its next President and Chief Executive Officer following the planned retirement of longtime leader Renée […]
Washington Retailers support bipartisan legislation to head off onslaught of lawsuits after state Supreme Court ruling last year
An April 2025 court ruling on the Commercial Electronic Email Act applied a broad standard for lawsuits against businesses using email marketing […]
State seeks federal aid for record flood damage
Washington is requesting a federal major disaster declaration following December flooding that officials say caused the largest public infrastructure losses in more than four […]
Sensory Tool House receives Distinguished Leaders Award
Sensory Tool House (STH) has received this year’s Distinguished Leaders Award from Leadership Thurston County. Celebrating community leadership for more than 20 years, the Distinguished Leaders Awards […]
Tariff studies find most costs borne by U.S. firms and consumers
Recent analyses from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and other research groups indicate that U.S. businesses and households are absorbing the majority of costs associated with […]