Labor & Industries (L&I) has proposed an average 4.9% workers’ compensation rate increase for 2026 across 293 of the state’s 327 risk […]

As the 2025 holiday season approaches, U.S. consumers are beginning their shopping earlier than in past years, driven largely by concerns about […]

The Washington State Legislature recently passed HB 1293, updating the state’s single-use bag regulations effective January 1, 2026. Plastic film bags will […]

The Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD) has released draft rule language to implement Engrossed Substitute SB (ESSB) 5525, passed during the […]

Image: Amazon For decades, the Seattle region thrived on the rapid growth of Amazon and Microsoft, transforming into one of the nation’s […]

Seattle prosecutors are increasing the use of “stay out” zones that restrict individuals from entering specific parts of the city following certain […]

Crystal Leatherman, WR’s Director of Policy & Government Affairs, testifies at the Bellevue City Council meeting. The Bellevue City Council just passed […]

Recent legislative changes are reshaping how Washington employers can hire and train young workers. HB 1644, passed earlier this year, added new […]

The Association of Washington Business (AWB) recently hosted its annual Policy Summit in Spokane, bringing together employers, policymakers, and industry leaders from […]

Retail spending continued to rise in August, supported by back-to-school shopping, lower fuel costs, and tax-free holidays, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail […]

Image: King5.com Seattle City Attorney Ann Davison recently reported on the impact of public safety legislation adopted since early 2024. The Seattle […]

President Donald Trump’s September 17, 2025, announcement that Antifa will be designated as a “major terrorist organization” has prompted discussion across Washington […]