5 things to know about tariffs
These ‘taxes on imports’ could increase consumer prices and uncertainty in the supply chain Jonathan Gold , VP, Supply Chain & Customs Policy , March 5, 2025 Retailers strive to…
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These ‘taxes on imports’ could increase consumer prices and uncertainty in the supply chain Jonathan Gold , VP, Supply Chain & Customs Policy , March 5, 2025 Retailers strive to…
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Gov. Bob Ferguson speaks to reporters at the state Capitol on Feb. 27, 2025 about his plans to cut state spending by about $4 billion over four years. (Photo by…
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The Green Hill School in Chehalis. (Photo courtesy of Department of Children Youth and Families) The Washington State Senate has unanimously approved SB 5278, sponsored by Sen. John Braun (R-20th),…
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Amid ongoing tariff uncertainty, U.S. ports are seeing strong import volumes, with projections indicating continued growth through spring before potential declines this summer, according to the latest Global Port Tracker…
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Downtown Seattle Association President and CEO Jon Scholes speaks at the organization’s annual State of Downtown event in Seattle on Tuesday. (Karen Ducey / The Seattle Times) Downtown Seattle is…
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Washington retailers have faced staggering payroll cost increases in recent years, and pending legislation threatens to make the financial strain unsustainable. Key proposals driving up employment costs: ESSB 5041 –…
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Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell recently spoke about a 1996 arrest in Iowa, which he says was the result of racial profiling. At the time, Harrell, then a young attorney, was…
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