Need a last-minute item? These US stores will be open on Christmas
As we enter the final push for holiday preparations, it may become valuable to know which stores you can still hit for some last minute shopping.
As we enter the final push for holiday preparations, it may become valuable to know which stores you can still hit for some last minute shopping.
Starbucks baristas launch 5 days of strikes, including Seattle
Baristas in some of Starbucks' biggest markets, including right here in Seattle, are expanding their strikes after members of Starbucks Workers United say the company has not honored negotiations set in place earlier this year. The coffee giant says workers "prematurely ended" a bargaining session this week.
Baristas in some of Starbucks' biggest markets, including right here in Seattle, are expanding their strikes after members of Starbucks Workers United say the company has not honored negotiations set in place earlier this year. The coffee giant says workers "prematurely ended" a bargaining session this week.
The living wage needed for a family of 4 in WA
Here's how much money you need to make if you're raising a family of four in Washington.
Here's how much money you need to make if you're raising a family of four in Washington.
Top jobs in the US that don't require a college degree
Big changes are happening in the job market, and a college degree is not always needed to snag a high-paying job.
Big changes are happening in the job market, and a college degree is not always needed to snag a high-paying job.
Holiday shopping to be higher this year
Shoppers are ready to drop some cash this holiday season, with total holiday spending expected to be at least $24 billion higher than last year.
Shoppers are ready to drop some cash this holiday season, with total holiday spending expected to be at least $24 billion higher than last year.
Social Security's full retirement age is increasing in 2025: What to know
The full retirement age for Social Security is set to increase in 2025. Here's what to know.
The full retirement age for Social Security is set to increase in 2025. Here's what to know.
Federal Reserve lowers interest rates
The Federal Reserve announced its final and last rate cut of 2024.
The Federal Reserve announced its final and last rate cut of 2024.
WA named cheapest state to buy used cars
You are in luck if you're in the market for a used car in Washington. A new study reveals it is the cheapest state for those looking to pick one up.
You are in luck if you're in the market for a used car in Washington. A new study reveals it is the cheapest state for those looking to pick one up.
Data reveals what's more expensive now than 1990 – and what's cheaper
New data from the U.S. Treasury reveals which goods and services have become significantly more expensive — and which ones are cheaper — compared to 1990.
New data from the U.S. Treasury reveals which goods and services have become significantly more expensive — and which ones are cheaper — compared to 1990.
Fed cuts key interest rate by a quarter-point: What does it mean for you?
The Fed announced Wednesday a quarter-point cut to its benchmark rate, from about 4.6% to roughly 4.3%.
The Fed announced Wednesday a quarter-point cut to its benchmark rate, from about 4.6% to roughly 4.3%.
Gov. Jay Inslee proposes wealth tax
Governor Jay Inslee says a wealth tax would affect roughly 3,000 people who live in Washington, and would generate $10.3 billion over four years.
Governor Jay Inslee says a wealth tax would affect roughly 3,000 people who live in Washington, and would generate $10.3 billion over four years.
Outgoing WA governor suggests 'wealth tax' to avoid cuts to education and police
Outgoing Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is proposing a novel tax on wealth above $100 million in hopes of plugging a budget shortfall and averting cuts to education, mental health services and police.
Outgoing Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is proposing a novel tax on wealth above $100 million in hopes of plugging a budget shortfall and averting cuts to education, mental health services and police.
Congress fights over funding
Congress has until the end of this week to pass a bill to fund the government, but things could get more complicated with the introduction of the new 'DOGE' caucus.
Congress has until the end of this week to pass a bill to fund the government, but things could get more complicated with the introduction of the new 'DOGE' caucus.
Trump's proposed tariffs: what consumer products could be impacted?
President-elect Trump campaigned on using tariffs as a tool to secure more favorable international trade terms and bring in tax revenue, but they could impact the prices paid by consumers for imported products.
President-elect Trump campaigned on using tariffs as a tool to secure more favorable international trade terms and bring in tax revenue, but they could impact the prices paid by consumers for imported products.
Christmas gift spending per child by state
Want to know how your Christmas gift budget stacks up? Here’s a look at survey results showing how much parents across the country expect to spend per child this year.
Want to know how your Christmas gift budget stacks up? Here’s a look at survey results showing how much parents across the country expect to spend per child this year.
US home sales expected to increase in 'bumpy' 2025 housing market
If a silver tsunami won't help the Seattle housing market, maybe the conditions forecast for 2025 will.
If a silver tsunami won't help the Seattle housing market, maybe the conditions forecast for 2025 will.
Waiting for federal aid one month since bomb cyclone
One month after hurricane-force winds hit King County, many are still holding out hope for federal aid, hoping to recoup some of their costs.
One month after hurricane-force winds hit King County, many are still holding out hope for federal aid, hoping to recoup some of their costs.
2025 tax brackets: Key changes to know as filing season approaches
Tax brackets have increased by about 2.75%, with the top rate of 37% applying to incomes over $626,350 for single filers and $731,200 for joint filers.
Tax brackets have increased by about 2.75%, with the top rate of 37% applying to incomes over $626,350 for single filers and $731,200 for joint filers.
Trump announces $100B investment in the U.S.
Trump joined SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son at his Florida home Monday to announce that the company is planning to invest $100 billion in U.S. projects over the next four years.
Trump joined SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son at his Florida home Monday to announce that the company is planning to invest $100 billion in U.S. projects over the next four years.
Personal finance expert breaks down the No. 1 rule on the road to becoming a millionaire
"The Ramsey Show's" Rachel Cruze explains why getting ahead on retirement savings, making the most of your company's 401(k) plan and not delaying Roth IRAs can lead to millionaire status.
"The Ramsey Show's" Rachel Cruze explains why getting ahead on retirement savings, making the most of your company's 401(k) plan and not delaying Roth IRAs can lead to millionaire status.