Tariffs hit stock market, Canadians told to 'expect scrutiny' at US border
After another wild day on Wall Street, Canada says it is updating its travel advisory for the United States, telling citizens to "expect scrutiny" when crossing the border.
After another wild day on Wall Street, Canada says it is updating its travel advisory for the United States, telling citizens to "expect scrutiny" when crossing the border.
Map: The gender wage gap is highest in these states
Women earn 75 cents for every dollar paid to their male counterparts, the report found.
Women earn 75 cents for every dollar paid to their male counterparts, the report found.
Gas prices could fall as crude oil plummets, expert says
Consumers typically see a jump in gas prices as refineries switch to a summer-grade blend. However, this year could be different as crude oil prices are falling.
Consumers typically see a jump in gas prices as refineries switch to a summer-grade blend. However, this year could be different as crude oil prices are falling.
Worst stock market days in history
Stocks are swinging sharply still after President Trump’s tariff announcement last week. Here’s how last week stacks up to some of the worst days for the stock market in U.S. history.
Stocks are swinging sharply still after President Trump’s tariff announcement last week. Here’s how last week stacks up to some of the worst days for the stock market in U.S. history.
The history of tariffs and how they work
With stock prices tanking and many expecting a massive economic fallout amid Trump's tariffs, the world is reacting Dr. Dough Downing, an economics professor at Seattle Pacific University, discusses the decades-long history behind tariffs and the impacts they are causing today.
With stock prices tanking and many expecting a massive economic fallout amid Trump's tariffs, the world is reacting Dr. Dough Downing, an economics professor at Seattle Pacific University, discusses the decades-long history behind tariffs and the impacts they are causing today.
WA schools face funding cuts over DEI order
The White House is now asking all schools to sign a contract that they will get rid of DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) practices. If they don't, schools are risking federal funding, something the Trump administration says is a privilege, not a right.
The White House is now asking all schools to sign a contract that they will get rid of DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) practices. If they don't, schools are risking federal funding, something the Trump administration says is a privilege, not a right.
Puget Sound coffee roasters concerned about Trump tariffs
Some Seattle coffee roasters are concerned that they'll soon have to pay thousands more to import beans with Trump's tariffs, as most are grown outside the of the U.S.
Some Seattle coffee roasters are concerned that they'll soon have to pay thousands more to import beans with Trump's tariffs, as most are grown outside the of the U.S.
Should you sell your stocks now? What to know amid Trump tariffs and market turmoil
With stocks sliding and fears rising, advisers say emotional decisions now could lead to long-term losses — here’s what to know before you sell.
With stocks sliding and fears rising, advisers say emotional decisions now could lead to long-term losses — here’s what to know before you sell.
Stock market today: Dow and S&P 500 continue decline amid Trump tariffs
The Dow dropped for second day in a row as President Donald Trump’s tariffs rock global markets.
The Dow dropped for second day in a row as President Donald Trump’s tariffs rock global markets.
Jobs report shows unexpected gains, but unemployment rises again
A strong jobs report for March provided a much-needed boost to financial markets that are reeling in the face of President Trump’s widespread tariffs.
A strong jobs report for March provided a much-needed boost to financial markets that are reeling in the face of President Trump’s widespread tariffs.
Inflation impacts online shopping
America's spending habits have been greatly impacted by inflation over the past few years, however online shopping is still standing strong.
America's spending habits have been greatly impacted by inflation over the past few years, however online shopping is still standing strong.
Worry about US Social Security system has hit 15-year high, Gallup poll finds
A recent poll shows economic concerns, especially Social Security, are top worries for Americans.
A recent poll shows economic concerns, especially Social Security, are top worries for Americans.
Stocks tumble as Trump’s tariffs roil global markets
The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell sharply after President Donald Trump slapped tariffs on a host of countries Wednesday, including China, Japan, India and Europe.
The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell sharply after President Donald Trump slapped tariffs on a host of countries Wednesday, including China, Japan, India and Europe.
Stellantis plans 900 temporary layoffs in US after Trump tariff announcement: report
Stellantis NV, the company that manufactures Ram trucks and Jeeps, is reportedly temporarily laying off 900 workers at five US facilities and pausing production in Canada and Mexico.
Stellantis NV, the company that manufactures Ram trucks and Jeeps, is reportedly temporarily laying off 900 workers at five US facilities and pausing production in Canada and Mexico.
Trump tariffs target remote, uninhabited islands with no U.S. trade
President Donald Trump’s far-reaching new tariffs are going farther than many expected – far enough to reach remote islands where no one lives.
President Donald Trump’s far-reaching new tariffs are going farther than many expected – far enough to reach remote islands where no one lives.
Buy now or buy later?: How Trump tariffs will impact prices of cars, homes, and more
If you're in the market for a new car or looking to put an addition on your home, you might want to put a pin in those plans for now.
If you're in the market for a new car or looking to put an addition on your home, you might want to put a pin in those plans for now.
Financial literacy is the highest in these US states, according to report
A new report from Wallethub found that some states appear to be more financially literate than others.
A new report from Wallethub found that some states appear to be more financially literate than others.
WA leaders fear Trump tariffs will 'significantly' hurt local economies
President Trump signed an executive order Tuesday announcing sweeping tariffs. Washington state leaders say they believe it will hurt American citizens.
President Trump signed an executive order Tuesday announcing sweeping tariffs. Washington state leaders say they believe it will hurt American citizens.
12 WA residents made Forbes's list of 2025 billionaires
Forbes has released their annual list of billionaires for 2025, and 12 of them live right here in Washington.
Forbes has released their annual list of billionaires for 2025, and 12 of them live right here in Washington.
Washington House proposes fuel efficiency fee
The Washington House passed their version of a transportation budget Wednesday afternoon. Lawmakers are considering a wide variety of ways to close a billion-dollar budget gap in funding, including fees that could hit you depending on how fuel-efficient your car is.
The Washington House passed their version of a transportation budget Wednesday afternoon. Lawmakers are considering a wide variety of ways to close a billion-dollar budget gap in funding, including fees that could hit you depending on how fuel-efficient your car is.