Illegal food vendors lead to health department changes in Seattle
The health department in King County warns they are seeing increasing amounts of illegal food vendors popping up and hope a new requirement for businesses will keep families safe.
Starbucks offering new cups for cold drinks in WA, other states
Starbucks is taking another leap in conservation efforts as they begin moving away from plastic cups. Washington is on the list of first states to make the change.
Protest against Tesla outside Seattle showroom
"Elon Musk built his fortune on Tesla, and he’s using that to attack our democracy," Evan Sutton, who helped organize Saturday’s protest. The group stood in front of the Tesla store, armed with signs targeting the tech mogul, who now officially serves under President Donald Trump as a special government employee and has been appointed to head the Department of Government Efficiency.
Mexico plans to sue US, tech companies over 'Gulf of America' name change
Mexico's president is now threatening to take legal action after President Trump changed the Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says Trump doesn't have authority to make the name change to this area of the continental shelf.
Redmond pot shop targeted in 6th smash-and-grab
This is crash number 6 in 18 months for a Redmond pot shop. It's the same story, says Logan Bowers, co-owner of Hashtag Cannabis. Criminals using a stolen car to crash into his storefront. He tells us why he now blames the city.
Denny’s to close more restaurants in 2025
Denny’s is set to close more locations in the U.S. than previously announced. Here's what to know.
Here are the stores that are closing in 2025
Several top retailers in the U.S. have closed their stores as the organizations attempt to adjust their business operations amid major changes in the industry.
CVS to close 270 more stores in 2025
CVS Pharmacy is continuing its nationwide store realignment, announcing plans to close an additional 270 locations this year as part of an effort to optimize its retail footprint.
Trump's tariffs could hit these states the hardest, analysis shows
A new analysis reveals which states could be most affected by Trump’s proposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, with key industries bracing for economic fallout.
What Joann stores are closing in WA? Here's the list
These 21 Joann Fabrics stores are closing in Washington.
Egg prices are up more, and will likely get worse before they get better
The average price of a dozen eggs climbed to almost $5 in January.
Joann, the fabric and craft chain, reportedly closing several locations
Joann is closing more than half of its stores after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy again in January.
JCPenney closing more stores later this year: Find out where
JCPenney announced plans to close several stores by mid-year, though the company says the closures are unrelated to its recent merger with Catalyst Brands.
IRS tax refund schedule 2025: what you need to know
Tax season is in full swing, and the IRS anticipates that 140 million individuals will file returns by April 15. Here's the IRS tax refund schedule for 2025 and other information that will help you with your return.
Convenience chain Kum & Go rebranding dozens of locations in several states
Kum & Go stores across the U.S. are continuing to be rebranded after the recent Maverik purchase.
Trump shuts down US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Protesters are calling on the Trump administration to change course and re-open the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). It is an independent agency of the United States government responsible for consumer protection in the financial sector. It was founded in 2011 after the Great Recession.
Tacoma business' smashed out windows turns into empowerment
Someone smashed out the windows of Campfire Coffee in Tacoma two times in only a few days, but the owner is using the act of violence as a way to empower the community.
Meta slashes 3,600 jobs worldwide, including in the Bay Area
Tech and social media giant Meta is laying off thousands of workers in an effort to push productivity upward.
Judge blocks Musk's DOGE access to Treasury Department
Fox News' Lucas Tomlinson explains this latest legal battle against the Trump administration for President Trump's effort to overhaul the federal government. A federal judge on Saturday blocked Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, nicknamed DOGE, from accessing sensitive Treasury Department data, including Social Security and bank account numbers for millions of Americans.
Seattle eateries serving up support for immigrant rights
If you eat out this weekend, you might notice some businesses across Seattle are raising money for immigrant rights. It comes after the Trump Administration’s crackdown on immigrants, which has led to protests across the country, including Seattle.