Four arrested after alleged shoplifting incident in Kent
Four people were arrested Aug. 9 after Kent police responded to a report of suspected shoplifting at a retail store. Police said […]
Retailers step up for Spokane wildfire recovery
Image: Spokane Valley Fire Department As Spokane moves from emergency response into recovery following the Spokane Complex fires, retailers and other local […]
Primary election results: Every Washington Retail Association endorsed candidate advances
Washington Retail Association’s Retail Action Council Political Action Committee (RACPAC) endorsed 44 legislative candidates in this year’s primary, and all 44 advanced […]
Seattle’s pricing ordinance puts coupons, discounts, and loyalty programs at risk
The Seattle Mayor’s Office is moving an ordinance through City Council that would reshape how grocers and retailers offer everyday savings, and […]
Seattle mayor faces recall petition over public safety concerns
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson is facing a recall petition alleging she has failed to meet city charter obligations related to public safety […]
Public safety funding reaches agencies as impact remains uncertain
A Washington state law designed to increase local law enforcement funding has begun directing money to agencies, but its impact on officer […]
The K-shaped consumer looks different this time
Consumer spending patterns in 2026 continue to show a K-shaped economy, but the divide between higher- and lower-spending households has narrowed. According […]
Seattle Latino Chamber raises concerns over proposed pricing ordinance
The Seattle Latino Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce is raising concerns about a proposed Seattle ordinance that chamber leaders say could increase costs […]
Walmart commits $500,000 to Spokane wildfire recovery
Walmart and the Walmart Foundation have committed $500,000 in grants and support to assist communities affected by the Spokane Complex fires, which […]
Tukwila police target suspect in organized retail theft case
Tukwila police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect accused of stealing multiple coats from a department store. Detective Mosley, […]
Value drives growth among 2026 National Retail Federation’s Hot 25 Retailers
The 2026 National Retail Federation (NRF) Hot 25 Retailers list highlights the continued importance of value as consumers look for affordable prices […]
Import cargo’s early peak season is winding down
U.S. import cargo volumes are expected to remain elevated in August before gradually declining through the end of 2026, according to the […]