Fed weighs interest rate decisions amid easing inflation
The U.S. economy is at a “critical moment,” according to National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz. As inflation eases, attention turns […]
2024 top 100 retailers: NRF’s annual rankings
The National Retail Federation (NRF) has released its annual Top 100 Retailers list, highlighting the best-performing U.S. retailers based on sales. The […]
Kelly Chambers seeks Pierce County Executive seat
WR endorsed candidate Kelly Chambers held a fundraiser in Tacoma last week, attended by WR team members Mark Johnson and Crystal Leatherman. […]
Target joins Aldi, Whole Foods in no longer accepting checks
Starting July 15, Target will no longer accept personal checks as a payment method, citing extremely low volumes. This change aligns with […]
Inside JCPenney’s transformation: A data-driven vision and future-ready tech stack
JCPenney is undergoing a significant transformation to reclaim its status as a leading department store retailer, driven by a $1 billion turnaround […]
Washington Organized Retail Crime Task Force releases 2024 ORC Online Marketplace Report
The Washington Organized Retail Crime Task Force released the 2024 Organized Retail Crime (ORC) Online Marketplace Report. This report, developed in collaboration […]
WR co-sponsors fundraiser for John Snaza for State Rep.
Last week, WR staff Mark Johnson and Rose Gundersen attended the John Snaza for State Representative fundraising event – co-sponsored by WR. […]
AG Ferguson’s Organized Retail Crime Unit files two new prosecutions
Attorney General Bob Ferguson’s Organized Retail Crime Unit has filed two new felony cases, marking a total of five prosecutions since the […]
Blake Garfield of Bedrooms and More heads to D.C. as finalist for America’s Retail Champions
WR is excited to highlight Blake Garfield of Bedrooms and More in Seattle, WA, who has been named a finalist for the […]
Law firm suing thousands of businesses over website accessibility – Are you a target?
The surge in lawsuits under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has seen small businesses facing significant challenges. A New York-based firm, […]
Interim Seattle Police Chief Sue Rahr takes on tough job
Following Mayor Bruce Harrell’s May 29th announcement replacing Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz, interim Chief Sue Rahr has been busy. Chief Rahr […]
Seattle Council approves record transportation levy for November ballot
The Seattle City Council has unanimously approved a significant property tax levy for the November ballot, marking the city’s largest investment in […]