Here's where Kroger and Albertsons are selling stores ahead of their merger

Kroger and Albertsons will sell more than 400 stores and other assets for about $1.9 billion, seeking to clear a path for a merger with antitrust regulators reviewing a deal that would unify two of the nation's largest grocery chains.

Popular South Seattle fish market, Mutual Fish, to close mid-September

A famous family fish market that's been operating in Seattle for several generations is shutting its doors for the last time in mid-September.  

Councilmember proposes $19 minimum wage for unincorporated King County

During a session on Tuesday, King County Councilmember Girmay Zahilay proposed legislation that would create a minimum wage of $18.99 per hour for unincorporated King County.

Over 4 million student borrowers enroll in Biden’s SAVE forgiveness plan

The Department of Education said it had received nearly 4 million applications for a new income-driven repayment program since launching at the end of July.

Tyson Foods to test driverless trucks, transforming meat transportation

Tyson Foods, Inc. is entering the realm of self-driving vehicles through a partnership with Gatik AI, Inc. The meat processing and marketing giant plans to deploy autonomous refrigerated box trucks on predetermined short-haul routes in northwest Arkansas.

These are the most affordable states to buy a home

A new report reveals the top most affordable states in the U.S. But some states on the East Coast have particularly high home prices. Here’s what you need to know.

Back-to-school shopping expenses to reach record high: survey

Back-to-school spending in 2023 could reach a record high of more than $40 billion, largely due to demand in electronics, a survey reported. At the same time, Americans continue dealing with high inflation.

Mortgage rates take a dip ahead of Labor Day weekend: Freddie Mac

Mortgage rates declined this week, but remain elevated, Freddie Mac reported. But the direction of mortgage rates remains uncertain ahead of the Fed’s next meeting, where the central bank could raise interest rates again.

Pike Place recgonized as SBA Legacy Business

Pike Place Fish Market has been recognized as a Small Business Association (SBA) Legacy Business. This title places Pike Place Fish Market among a select group of 68 Legacy Businesses that have received support from the SBA for their growth and stability.

GDP growth for Q2 dips on second estimate

Gross domestic product (GDP) increased in Q2 2023 and signs of a strong economy could push the Fed to raise interest rates again. This could have a major impact on consumer debt.