NRF report shows strong sales rebound in May
In the bustling world of retail, May brought a surge of activity, as revealed by the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. Released by the […]
Consumers continue spending amid slower growth
Despite slower job and wage gains and high interest rates, American shoppers remain willing to spend, according to National Retail Federation Chief […]
Monthly import cargo to hit highest level since 2022
This summer, the volume of inbound cargo at major U.S. container ports is set to reach its highest levels in nearly two […]
WR celebrates new police pursuit rules enacted in Washington
WR celebrates the enactment of I-2113, a key legislative victory that restores law enforcement’s ability to pursue retail thieves and property criminals […]
Walmart enhances employee benefits and career opportunities
Walmart, the largest private employer in the U.S., has announced new perks and career opportunities for its hourly workers to reduce turnover […]
Washington’s expansion of behavioral health services is a boost for mental health and retail crime prevention
Washington has made significant strides in behavioral health care, nearing compliance with the Trueblood settlement, a 2015 federal court decision requiring timely […]
First prosecution by AG Ferguson’s Organized Retail Crime Unit leads to prison time for offender
Shawn Nanez, 33, of Bremerton, has been sentenced to two and a half years in prison and an additional two and a […]
Join Us for the Retailer Roundtable in Spokane!
Retailers are navigating unprecedented challenges across multiple fronts. You’re invited to this exclusive roundtable to protect your business and employees with common […]
WR’s Crystal Leatherman joins AI Task Force Executive Committee
WR is pleased to announce the selection of Crystal Leatherman as the Retail Industry Representative on the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Task Force […]
Organized retail crime meeting in Bellevue draws crowd
WR recently participated in a standing-room-only organized retail crime meeting hosted by the Washington Organized Retail Crime Association held near Bellevue Square. […]
Help us celebrate I-2113 restoring reasonable police pursuit
Let’s celebrate the passing of I-2113: Restoring Reasonable, Safe, Police Pursuits, which becomes law TODAY! Join us for a rally at the […]
New labor standard quota rules for Washington warehouse distribution centers
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) has issued new rules to implement labor standards for quotas in warehouse distribution […]