Study finds WA is 5th most expensive place to live in country

A new study shows Washington state is the fifth most expensive place to live in the nation, and it's getting harder for people to make the numbers work.

49% of Americans are struggling to afford food: Report

Nearly half of Americans say it’s difficult to afford food, with 52% spending more than last year, according to LendingTree.

Prosecutor tells judge there's a lack of evidence in Fed Chair Powell inquiry on costly Fed renovations

A federal prosecutor admitted in court that the government lacks evidence of wrongdoing by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell in its investigation of his testimony before a Senate committee last year, a new report states.

FBI urges Backpage, CityXGuide trafficking survivors to apply for compensation

Survivors of trafficking linked to Backpage and CityXGuide may be eligible for compensation — and the deadline is coming up. Here's what to know.

No tips, worse service? Restaurant owners warn trend is 'degrading' dining experience

As more restaurants experiment with eliminating tips, the idea of a no-tip dining model is gaining traction — but not without resistance from some industry professionals who fear it could drag down service.

America 250: New dimes in 2026 will have commemorative design

In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, a new design theme will be printed on the 10-cent coin this year. The dimes will return to the President Roosevelt design in 2027.

Treasury Department taking over student loans: What to know

Defaulted federal student loans will now be managed by the Treasury Department under a new agreement that was announced on Thursday.

Final design for Trump commemorative gold coin approved

The design for a 24-karat gold commemorative coin featuring President Donald Trump was approved ahead of America’s 250th anniversary.

Gas prices skyrocket in US, up nearly $1 a gallon in past month

Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.

How Washington's 'millionaires tax' could impact the Sonics' return
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As the NBA gets closer to a major expansion decision, there are lingering concerns about whether Washington's tax climate could factor into a Sonics comeback.

Fed keeps interest rates steady: Here's what to know

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at 3.6% for a second time and signaled at least one rate cut later this year.

More tech layoffs: Dell cuts 10% of workforce in past fiscal year

The popular computer maker laid off approximately 11,000 employees in that time as artificial intelligence puts more tech employees out of work.

WA AG joins lawsuit against OneMain Financial, alleging bait-and-switch scheme

Washington AG Nick Brown announced a lawsuit against OneMain Financial, alleging the company charged consumers hundreds of millions of dollars in hidden fees and interest.

More than 100 Kent, WA workers to be laid off by Rise Baking

Dozens of workers in Kent, Washington will be laid off as a food manufacturer announced the closure of their facility in the city.