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Bad for business: A look at bills that missed the mark in Washington State

While every legislative session brings new proposals aimed at addressing social and economic issues, not all bills are well-crafted, properly stakeholdered, or […]

WR.CommsMarch 20, 20252 min read
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Celebrating TVW’s commitment to transparency at annual gala 

WR was pleased to join TVW President & CEO Renée Radcliff Sinclair at the TVW Annual Gala, celebrating another year of the […]

WR.CommsMarch 20, 20251 min read
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Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell draws significant challenger for reelection

Katie Wilson, who is running for mayor, poses for a portrait in Seattle. (Karen Ducey / The Seattle Times) Katie Wilson, co-founder […]

WR.CommsMarch 20, 20251 min read
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Retail giants tackle tariff challenges

Major U.S. retailers like Walmart, Home Depot, and Target are pressuring suppliers to absorb costs or relocate production in response to escalating […]

WR.CommsMarch 20, 20251 min read
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WR raises concerns on packaging and recycling bill in House hearing

Photo by Washington State Standard On Monday, March 17, the House Environment Committee heard testimony on SB 5284, which seeks to establish […]

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Senate unanimously passes bill to improve safety in juvenile facilities

The Green Hill School in Chehalis. (Photo courtesy of Department of Children Youth and Families) The Washington State Senate has unanimously approved […]

WR.CommsMarch 20, 20251 min read
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Potential Medicaid cuts could push Washington lawmakers into special session

Proposed federal Medicaid cuts could significantly impact Washington state’s budget, potentially forcing lawmakers into a special session. The Republican-led U.S. House recently […]

WR.CommsMarch 20, 20251 min read
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Washington cracks down on organized retail crime amid rising theft cases

Alleged shoplifting suspect at Lowe’s in Lacey. Image courtesy of Lacey Police Department Law enforcement across Washington is intensifying efforts to combat […]

WR.CommsMarch 20, 20251 min read
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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 […]

WR.CommsMarch 13, 20252 min read
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US Small Business Administration relocating Seattle Office and revising loan eligibility policies

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced plans to relocate its office in Seattle. This decision is part of a broader […]

WR.CommsMarch 13, 20251 min read
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Lowe’s Foundation Gable Grants: Supporting skilled trades training

The Lowe’s Foundation is continuing its mission to close the skilled trades gap with its Gable Grants program. Community and technical colleges […]

WR.CommsMarch 13, 20251 min read
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Walgreens to go private in $10 billion buyout

Walgreens Boots Alliance has agreed to be acquired by private equity firm Sycamore Partners in a nearly $10 billion deal, aiming to […]

WR.CommsMarch 13, 20251 min read
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