Seattle small businesses brace for minimum wage increase
Fewer staff, higher prices, and open less hours, those aren’t fears for Seattle’s restaurant scene, they’re predictions from small business owners ahead of the minimum wage increase in the new year.
Boeing strikers, aviation experts respond to company's latest moves
The machinists' union strike has now been ongoing for a month. We talk with employees and industry insiders about what the current moment means for the company's future.
Boeing to lay off 10% of employees as strike cripples airplane production
Boeing plans to lay off about 10% of its workers in the coming months, as it continues to lose money and tries to deal with a strike that is crippling airplane production.
Jayapal, US reps calls for Boeing to return to bargaining table with strikers
One day after Boeing pulled its latest contract offer, 30 members of U.S. Congress are calling on the company to return to the negotiating table.
Inflation reaches lowest point in 3 years; here's what prices came down most
The improved inflation stats show that it’s steadily moving back to the Federal Reserve’s 2% target, with the agency likely to keep cutting its standard interest rate in 2024.
Social Security COLA 2025: Recipients to receive 2.5% increase next year
The cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, was announced on Thursday. Here’s what to know.
HBO filmmaker believes he found bitcoin's creator, whose identity has been unknown
The identity of bitcoin's inventor has been a mystery, but the creator of a new HBO documentary believes he may have uncovered the person's identity.
Boeing talks fail with no end in sight for striking WA workers
There is no end in sight for the Boeing machinists' strike as company leaders say talks have dissolved. Company and union leaders provided strong statements Tuesday night.
Historic Pier 70 on Seattle's waterfront for sale: What’s the price?
Pier 70 on Seattle's central waterfront is now up for sale. Following a 1999 renovation, the pier became a landmark hub for locals and visitors downtown.
Here’s how much money is needed to be considered middle class in every state
Income levels required to be considered middle-class varied significantly depending on where a person lived, according to the new study.
Some Pyrex buyers could be eligible for a refund from the FTC
Thousands of people who purchased Pyrex measuring cups may be eligible for refunds from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Paper company fined $650k for WA employee's death
A 32-year-old employee was killed on the job in Washington, now the paper company is appealing a $650,000 judgement against them for it.
Boeing talks to resume Monday as WA machinists' strike stretches on
Negotiations are set to resume as Boeing machinists push for new contract terms. In addition to the strike, the company faced increased pressure from the federal government.
Bill Gates no longer among 10 wealthiest billionaires in the world: Here’s who made list
This is the first time Bill Gates has fallen out of the world’s top ten richest people since 1991.
Will the election impact your 401(k)? Here’s what to know
Election years can raise anxiety about the future – including your retirement savings.
Disneyland announces $50 kids ticket offer for limited time only
The special ticket offer is valid for visits Jan. 7 to Mar. 20, 2025.
Port strike panic buying? Costco toilet paper frenzy making the rounds on social media
Videos posted online claim that toilet paper is sold out at Costco stores from Arizona and Colorado to New Jersey.
The financial impact of cancer
Many cancer survivors are still dealing with the long-term financial impacts from the disease.
Top US states where you're most likely to discover gold today
Discover which U.S. states offer the best chances of striking gold. With California leading the way, see where amateur prospectors and professionals alike can find the richest gold deposits across the nation.