Cargill to lay off thousands of workers amid falling commodity prices

The largest private company in the U.S. is trimming its global workforce as it faces pressure related to lower commodity prices.

Trump vows to block Nippon Steel’s $14B takeover of US Steel

President-elect Donald Trump pledges to stop Nippon Steel’s $14 billion purchase of U.S. Steel, emphasizing national security and domestic ownership concerns.

Vodka maker Stoli Group USA files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Stoli Group USA is 'currently facing significant balance sheet and liquidity challenges,' according to a court filing.

Is Enron making a comeback? Here's what we know

Enron, the Houston-based corporation that once dominated the energy sector before its infamous collapse in 2001, now claims to, according to its website, focus on sustainability, innovation, and ethics in addressing critical energy challenges.

Thieves steal truck, tools from local landscaping business in Ballard
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Rowan's Roots, a local landscaping business, says one of its trucks and several pricey power tools were stolen in Ballard last Tuesday.

Trump's proposed tariffs could drive up food prices, experts say

A critical concern among economists is that President-elect Donald Trump's proposed blanket tariffs on imports would drive up food prices. 

Walmart to roll back its DEI policies

Walmart has become the latest – and the largest company – to announce it will be rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies.

Charlotte airport workers strike as busy Thanksgiving travel week begins

Workers are walking off the job Monday as they push for better pay with the Thanksgiving holiday travel season expected to be one of the busiest in recent memory.

Walmart warns of higher prices if Trump implements proposed tariffs

The National Retail Federation projected that potential tariffs could cost American consumers between $46 billion and $78 billion in annual spending power.

Target quarterly results fall as holiday discounts and dockworker strike hit profits

Target etched out a slim sales increase in the third quarter and profits slumped as inflation-weary customers pulled back on spending and costs related to a dockworker strike in October dragged on results.

Wendy's nuggets preferred by WA fast food connoisseurs, study says

Americans invented fast food more than half a century ago, and since then many have tried to claim status as the people's favorite. One study just looked into which one really takes the crown.

Map: How much of a restaurant worker's income comes from tips

Restaurant employees rely on the kindness of customers when it comes to tips, which can make up a sizable portion of their take home pay based on findings in a new report.

Trump Stimulus Checks: Will they be issued, and could you receive one?

Viral social media stories and posts that claim taxpayers in some states will receive a $2,000 (or more) government stimulus check as the holiday season begins are again making the rounds online.