Mayor Harrell names new police chief
Madison police Chief Shon Barnes speaks at a news conference about the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, on […]
New year brings expanded rights and higher wages for Washington workers
On January 1, 2025, new laws will enhance wages and rights for many Washington workers. Here’s what to expect: Minimum Wage Increase: […]
Competing recycling bills pre-filed
Two competing bills aimed at increasing Washington State’s recycling rates have been pre-filed for consideration. House Bill 1071, sponsored by Rep. Jake […]
Celebrate Washington’s leadership at the 2025 Governor’s Inaugural Ball
Join us for the 2025 Washington State Governor’s Inaugural Ball, hosted by the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce. This grand event celebrates […]
State Senator Joe Nguyen named new Director of WA Department of Commerce
Washington State Sen. Joe Nguyen speaks on the Senate floor on Jan. 20, 2023. (Photo courtesy Legislative Support Services) Gov.-elect Bob […]
Representative Barnard proposes legislation to help communities secure federal grants
Photo Credit: Legislative Support Services Washington state Representative Stephanie Barnard, R-Pasco, has introduced HB 1057 to expand local access to federal grant […]
Meet the new faces of the 2025 legislative session
Washington State Capitol (Jerry Cornfield/Washington State Standard) By: Laurel Demkovich, Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero, and Jerry Cornfield, January 2, 2025 The upcoming legislative […]
Safer Products for Washington: Key compliance deadlines for 2025
The Safer Products Restrictions and Reporting Rule, adopted in 2023, regulates consumer products in Washington containing priority chemicals. Effective January 1, 2025, […]
Reminder: Children’s Safe Products reporting deadline January 31
Manufacturers and some retailers offering children’s products for sale in Washington must comply with the Children’s Safe Products Reporting Rule (Chapter 173-334 WAC) by […]
‘People are avoiding this area’
The former Specialites retail space at 1023 3rd Ave. sat vacant in July as downtown retailers contended with theft averaging around 10-12% […]
Interim policy on lead restrictions in cosmetics
The Department of Ecology has announced plans to implement an interim policy by January 1, 2025, addressing lead restrictions under the Toxic-Free […]
Season’s greetings from Washington Retail Association
As we reflect on the past year, we are incredibly grateful for the strength and resilience of our retail community. Your unwavering […]