US national debt hits record $37 trillion
The U.S. national debt topped $37 trillion for the first time Friday as federal borrowing hits record levels.
The U.S. national debt topped $37 trillion for the first time Friday as federal borrowing hits record levels.
Trump's tax law will benefit the rich at the cost of the poor, CBO analysis finds
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the poorest Americans could lose more income annually compared to rich people due to President Donald Trump's tax legislation.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the poorest Americans could lose more income annually compared to rich people due to President Donald Trump's tax legislation.
Inflation report: July unchanged; Trump tells Powell lower the rate now
Inflation held steady the last month, though tariffs still threaten growing costs and impacts.
Inflation held steady the last month, though tariffs still threaten growing costs and impacts.
West Seattle Water Taxi, Metro bus fares increasing September 1
Public transit fares will soon increase across some services in Seattle. The changes come alongside an increase and update in services offered for riders.
Public transit fares will soon increase across some services in Seattle. The changes come alongside an increase and update in services offered for riders.
?It?s all gone?: Fire destroys Sultan, WA family business
One Sultan family is in shock after a fire at their family business destroyed everything inside. ?It?s all gone,? Jeff Vick, Owner of Vick?s Burger Shack said.
One Sultan family is in shock after a fire at their family business destroyed everything inside. ?It?s all gone,? Jeff Vick, Owner of Vick?s Burger Shack said.
Powerball numbers: No $479 million jackpot winner Aug. 9
The Powerball jackpot continues to rise after no one won the big prize Saturday, Aug. 9.
The Powerball jackpot continues to rise after no one won the big prize Saturday, Aug. 9.
WA leaders react to termination of $7 billion in EPA grants
More than $100 million in dollars meant for Washington families hangs in the balance amid new moves from the Trump administration to take back funding for initiatives aimed at creating cleaner air and water.
More than $100 million in dollars meant for Washington families hangs in the balance amid new moves from the Trump administration to take back funding for initiatives aimed at creating cleaner air and water.
Big changes coming to 401(k) after recent Trump executive order
President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing regulators to make it easier for 401(k) plans to include private equity, cryptocurrency, and other alternative investments.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing regulators to make it easier for 401(k) plans to include private equity, cryptocurrency, and other alternative investments.
Trump orders federal regulators to punish banks that discriminate against conservatives
This executive order addresses "debanking," where banks close accounts or refuse business with certain industries.
This executive order addresses "debanking," where banks close accounts or refuse business with certain industries.
Tax changes will make Social Security go insolvent sooner than previous estimate
Experts have estimated that Social Security benefits will get cut 24% at the time the program goes insolvent in 2034.
Experts have estimated that Social Security benefits will get cut 24% at the time the program goes insolvent in 2034.
What does $1.5K get you in Seattle? Just 445 square feet, study says
The study looked at 100 U.S. cities.
The study looked at 100 U.S. cities.
Student loan wage garnishment could start soon: Here's what you can do
Student loan borrowers who default on their loans could see 15% of their paychecks docked by the federal government soon.
Student loan borrowers who default on their loans could see 15% of their paychecks docked by the federal government soon.
Sluggish summer in Sin City: Las Vegas sees big drop in tourists
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority saw a double-digit decline in visitors in June compared to the same time last year.
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority saw a double-digit decline in visitors in June compared to the same time last year.
Trump calls for Federal Reserve to pull control from Jerome Powell
President Trump continued his verbal attacks against Fed Chair Jerome Powell, calling him "stubborn" and saying the Federal Reserve's board of governors should take control.
President Trump continued his verbal attacks against Fed Chair Jerome Powell, calling him "stubborn" and saying the Federal Reserve's board of governors should take control.
American families could get $2,400 rebate checks from tariff money
A GOP senator has introduced a bill to send tariff rebate checks to Americans, days after President Trump floated the idea.
A GOP senator has introduced a bill to send tariff rebate checks to Americans, days after President Trump floated the idea.
Social Security August payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Here’s when Social Security recipients can expect to receive their checks in August.
Here’s when Social Security recipients can expect to receive their checks in August.
Fed leaves interest rates unchanged despite Trump demands
The Federal Reserve voted to leave its short-term interest rate unchanged as expected, despite mounting pressure from President Donald Trump to lower them.
The Federal Reserve voted to leave its short-term interest rate unchanged as expected, despite mounting pressure from President Donald Trump to lower them.
Student loan delinquency is increasing most in these states, study finds
As more borrowers fall behind on student loan payments, some states are faring better than others when it comes to delinquencies.
As more borrowers fall behind on student loan payments, some states are faring better than others when it comes to delinquencies.
Uber rides cost more in Seattle than rest of US: report
On average, a 30-minute ride in Seattle costs about $60, according to a new report.
On average, a 30-minute ride in Seattle costs about $60, according to a new report.
State lawmaker concerned over companies 'quiet quitting' Washington
Washington Rep. Chris Corry is criticizing state policies, blaming them for contributing to high costs, including new taxes affecting businesses and consumers.
Washington Rep. Chris Corry is criticizing state policies, blaming them for contributing to high costs, including new taxes affecting businesses and consumers.