Seattle passes ban on AI grocery 'surveillance pricing'
The Seattle City Council passed a ban on algorithm-based pricing for online grocery retailers, after concerns that chains could use personal data to charge some customers more than others.
The Seattle City Council passed a ban on algorithm-based pricing for online grocery retailers, after concerns that chains could use personal data to charge some customers more than others.
Seattle City Council passes ban on AI grocery 'surveillance pricing'
The policy requires grocery prices to be clearly posted and equally available, while restricting AI-driven "surveillance pricing."
The policy requires grocery prices to be clearly posted and equally available, while restricting AI-driven "surveillance pricing."
Democrats push Trump administration to issue tariff refunds
The Supreme Court struck down President Trump's sweeping tariffs back in February, triggering a push for refunds. But six months later, many are still waiting for that money to trickle down from the companies getting the checks.
The Supreme Court struck down President Trump's sweeping tariffs back in February, triggering a push for refunds. But six months later, many are still waiting for that money to trickle down from the companies getting the checks.
Seattle, King County sees $889M in economic impact from World Cup
New data released from Visit Seattle shows the Emerald City received $889 million in economic impact during the FIFA World Cup.
New data released from Visit Seattle shows the Emerald City received $889 million in economic impact during the FIFA World Cup.
Seattle mayor proposes $9.1B city budget
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson is pitching a $9 billion budget without asking taxpayers for more money, confident she can close the city's budget gap and provide the critical services the community needs.
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson is pitching a $9 billion budget without asking taxpayers for more money, confident she can close the city's budget gap and provide the critical services the community needs.
CVS agrees to $20.5M class action settlement: Here’s who qualifies for a payment
Some CVS customers could be entitled to some money after the pharmacy company reached a settlement in a class action lawsuit.
Some CVS customers could be entitled to some money after the pharmacy company reached a settlement in a class action lawsuit.
2026 FIFA World Cup brought $889M to Seattle, King County
The numbers are in, and the 2026 FIFA World Cup brought $889 million to Seattle and King County over the summer, surpassing even the city's best estimates for revenue and jobs.
The numbers are in, and the 2026 FIFA World Cup brought $889 million to Seattle and King County over the summer, surpassing even the city's best estimates for revenue and jobs.
Seattle mayor proposes $9.1B budget with no new taxes
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson is proposing a roughly $9.1 billion budget for 2027 and 2028, with no new tax increases included in the proposal.
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson is proposing a roughly $9.1 billion budget for 2027 and 2028, with no new tax increases included in the proposal.
Data shows the best and worst cities for women’s health, jobs and quality of life
A woman’s geographical location plays a critical role in shaping her financial prospects, healthcare access, and overall well-being based on findings in a new report.
A woman’s geographical location plays a critical role in shaping her financial prospects, healthcare access, and overall well-being based on findings in a new report.
The fast-food chain where managers average more than $200K a year
In-N-Out Burger store managers make more than $200,000 annually on average, which the fast-food chain says reflects the company's philosophy of investing in its workforce.
In-N-Out Burger store managers make more than $200,000 annually on average, which the fast-food chain says reflects the company's philosophy of investing in its workforce.
Toys R Us makes major comeback with 120 new stores opening across US this holiday season
The expansion marks a major step for the brand, which shuttered all US stores in 2018 following its 2017 bankruptcy.
The expansion marks a major step for the brand, which shuttered all US stores in 2018 following its 2017 bankruptcy.
Amazon settlement expands, which could mean more money for you
The Federal Trade Commission said that Amazon will expand payments to eligible customers as part of last year's $2.5 billion settlement. Here’s what you need to know.
The Federal Trade Commission said that Amazon will expand payments to eligible customers as part of last year's $2.5 billion settlement. Here’s what you need to know.
Gas prices are climbing again with no end in sight, experts say: Here's why
Gas prices shot up 25 cents a gallon overnight in some parts of the U.S. this week, and experts say they could go up even more in coming weeks.
Gas prices shot up 25 cents a gallon overnight in some parts of the U.S. this week, and experts say they could go up even more in coming weeks.
States with the highest student debt burdens, according to data
Student debt has surpassed $1.72 trillion nationwide, but the financial burden isn’t evenly distributed. A new analysis reveals where borrowers are facing the greatest challenges.
Student debt has surpassed $1.72 trillion nationwide, but the financial burden isn’t evenly distributed. A new analysis reveals where borrowers are facing the greatest challenges.
Americans' average household incomes are higher than ever, Census data shows
Median household income in the United States rose in 2025, setting a record for American earnings, according to new Census Bureau figures.
Median household income in the United States rose in 2025, setting a record for American earnings, according to new Census Bureau figures.
These are the states with the most unclaimed tax refunds per 100,000 residents
Millions in potential tax refunds are going unclaimed across the U.S. See which states have the most money left on the table, according to new data.
Millions in potential tax refunds are going unclaimed across the U.S. See which states have the most money left on the table, according to new data.
Federal Reserve hikes interest rates for first time in 3 years
The Fed is making a pivotal call on interest rates just weeks out from the November midterms, and it's not the news the White House was hoping for.
The Fed is making a pivotal call on interest rates just weeks out from the November midterms, and it's not the news the White House was hoping for.
FAA head says billions more needed to modernize air traffic control
Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Bryan Bedford is urging Congress to invest more money to cover the cost of the agency's effort to overhaul the nation's air traffic control network.
Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Bryan Bedford is urging Congress to invest more money to cover the cost of the agency's effort to overhaul the nation's air traffic control network.
Here's how you can help design WA's 'Innovation $1 Coin'
WA's 'Innovation $1 Coin' will launch in 2029 and the state's treasurer is asking for the public's input for design concepts. The coin essentially highlights the rich innovation history of each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories.
WA's 'Innovation $1 Coin' will launch in 2029 and the state's treasurer is asking for the public's input for design concepts. The coin essentially highlights the rich innovation history of each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories.
WA state treasurer seeks public input to design 'Innovation $1 Coin'
Here's how you can contribute to the design of WA's "Innovation $1 Coin."
Here's how you can contribute to the design of WA's "Innovation $1 Coin."