Bellevue Collection owner explores sale after 80 years
Image: Kemper Freeman, Jr., then chair and CEO of Kemper Development Co. in Bellevue, stands on a balcony in Bellevue Square. Ellen […]
Questions raised over data behind Seattle diversion program
Image: KIRO Newsradio A Seattle-created program that diverts people accused of low-level drug offenses away from jail and into community-based services is […]
The Elephant in the Dome podcast examines Washington’s organized retail crime crisis
Organized retail crime is the focus of a recent episode of The Elephant in the Dome, hosted by Senator Chris Gildon. The […]
Employer health costs expected to rise
Employer-sponsored health care costs are expected to increase as insurers and employers face rising medical expenses and greater use of health services, […]
Retail technology and pricing: Separating fact from fiction
Retail technology and pricing practices are receiving increased attention from Washington state lawmakers as policymakers examine loyalty programs, personalized pricing, consumer data […]
Washington Retail Association’s retro program returns more than $772,000 to members
Washington Retail Association (WR) members participating in the Retail Services Retro program are seeing a significant financial benefit, with more than $772,000 […]
Courage PAC launches to support community and economic priorities
Image: Representative Mari Leavitt Representative Mari Leavitt (D-28) has announced the launch of Courage PAC, a political action committee focused on supporting […]
Seattle Times Editorial: Lawsuit payouts are shortchanging state’s budget. WA needs tort reform
Image: Nick Wagner / The Seattle Times Aug. 9, 2026 By The Seattle Times editorial board Washington state ended its fiscal year […]
Striking workers must complete job searches to receive unemployment benefits
As of August 23, 2026, workers receiving unemployment benefits while on strike are required to complete and document qualifying job search activities […]
New U.S. tariffs renew trade concerns between Washington and Canada
New U.S. tariffs on Canadian imports took effect Aug. 22 after trade talks between the two countries broke down, raising concerns for […]
Federal Medicaid changes prompt state funding discussions
Federal changes under H.R. 1 are reshaping how Medicaid works in Washington. State lawmakers have begun examining funding options in response. Coverage […]
DOR anticipates challenges enforcing new income tax residency rules
Image: Hallie Balch/Let’s Go Washington Even if Washington voters reject an initiative seeking to repeal the state’s new income tax, the Department […]