Amazon bans police use of its face recognition for a year

Amazon on Wednesday banned police use of its face-recognition technology for a year, making it the latest tech giant to step back from law-enforcement use of systems that have been criticized for incorrectly identifying people with darker skin.

BP to cut 10,000 jobs worldwide amid virus pandemic

LONDON (AP) — Oil and gas company BP announced Monday that it will slash its global workforce by 10,000 jobs as the COVID-19 pandemic slams the energy industry.

Black-owned businesses in Washington gain support in response to George Floyd's death

SEATTLE -- As outrage sparks across the country surrounding the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, more people are stepping up to be the change they want to see in their communities.However, not everyone is interested in participating in protests in the fight against injustice.

New 'Las Vegas-style' Emerald Queen Casino ready to open June 8

TACOMA -- The Puyallup Tribe's long-awaited 310,000-square-foot gaming center is slated to open June 8, the tribe announced Monday.The building will replace the popular Tacoma I-5 casino.The new casino has been touted as "Las Vegas-style."  Everything is new, from the games to the lights to a 2,000-seat concert venue and event center.A 12-story, 170-room hotel is under construction and slated to be completed in the summer.

Small Business Sunday: eTc Tacoma missing community connection during closure

Founded by two Tacoma natives, eTc Tacoma is more than just a shop selling streetwear – it's a place for the community to gather. That connection is what co-owner Umi Wagoner says the business has missed most during a now two-month long closure.