Social Security: Senate begins final push to expand benefits for millions
The process for a final vote on the Social Security Fairness Act began on Thursday.
The process for a final vote on the Social Security Fairness Act began on Thursday.
Here’s how much Seattle’s minimum wage will rise in 2025
Seattle's new minimum wage for 2025 will be $4 higher than the state's new wage. Here's what that means for employees and small business owners.
Seattle's new minimum wage for 2025 will be $4 higher than the state's new wage. Here's what that means for employees and small business owners.
Trump's tariff warning met with threat from Ontario that would make energy 'unaffordable' in Michigan & U.S.
In response to Donald Trump's 25% tariff plan, Ontario is considering limiting the export of electricity to the United States in a move that Premiere Doug Ford said would make electricity unaffordable for Americans.
In response to Donald Trump's 25% tariff plan, Ontario is considering limiting the export of electricity to the United States in a move that Premiere Doug Ford said would make electricity unaffordable for Americans.
Top holiday scams to be on the lookout for
Protect yourself from holiday scams with these tips to stay safe while shopping and donating this season.
Protect yourself from holiday scams with these tips to stay safe while shopping and donating this season.
WA to guarantee college tuition for low-income students in 2026
Washington state will guarantee free college tuition to low-income students beginning in the 2025-26 academic year.
Washington state will guarantee free college tuition to low-income students beginning in the 2025-26 academic year.
Gas prices hit a 3-year low – where are they headed next?
Drivers are getting some much-needed relief at the pump after gas prices fell significantly nationwide.
Drivers are getting some much-needed relief at the pump after gas prices fell significantly nationwide.
King County Council clears way for WA bomb cyclone recovery funding
The King County Council approved legislation Tuesday night that will hopefully lead to residents getting the aid they need after last month's bomb cyclone.
The King County Council approved legislation Tuesday night that will hopefully lead to residents getting the aid they need after last month's bomb cyclone.
Inflation rises 2.7% in November, in line with expectations
US inflation rose slightly last month but remained low.
US inflation rose slightly last month but remained low.
Tacoma City Council passes budget, adds funding to fire department
As the city of Tacoma grapples with a budget deficit, there was no vote to layoff any firefighters Tuesday night.
As the city of Tacoma grapples with a budget deficit, there was no vote to layoff any firefighters Tuesday night.
Biden highlights economic legacy amid inflation criticism
With 40 days left in the White House, President Biden still has a list of things he wants to get done, but he's also focused on his legacy, and how "Bidenomics" will be remembered.
With 40 days left in the White House, President Biden still has a list of things he wants to get done, but he's also focused on his legacy, and how "Bidenomics" will be remembered.
Former NFL great Tom Brady selling watches, football items at auction
Tom Brady is selling a slew of watches and pieces from his legendary football career at auction.
Tom Brady is selling a slew of watches and pieces from his legendary football career at auction.
Fortnite refunds are rolling out to 'tricked' customers: Here's how to apply
The FTC has begun issuing refunds to Fortnite players who were charged for unintended purchases, following a $520 million settlement with Epic Games.
The FTC has begun issuing refunds to Fortnite players who were charged for unintended purchases, following a $520 million settlement with Epic Games.
Unique seasonal jobs you’ve probably never considered
Looking for a seasonal job? Forget the usual retail gigs—these unique opportunities offer extra income and memorable experiences for the holiday season.
Looking for a seasonal job? Forget the usual retail gigs—these unique opportunities offer extra income and memorable experiences for the holiday season.
Your 2024 holiday tipping guide: Who to tip and how much
A new survey shows that more Americans plan to tip service workers this holiday season, but the tipping amounts may be lower.
A new survey shows that more Americans plan to tip service workers this holiday season, but the tipping amounts may be lower.
‘Hawk Tuah' girl’s cryptocurrency crashes shortly after launch: What are meme coins?
Haliey Welch, the viral "Hawk Tuah" girl, faces criticism after her $HAWK cryptocurrency lost nearly all its value shortly after launch, prompting SEC complaints and questions about the risks of memecoins.
Haliey Welch, the viral "Hawk Tuah" girl, faces criticism after her $HAWK cryptocurrency lost nearly all its value shortly after launch, prompting SEC complaints and questions about the risks of memecoins.
Democrats expand power in WA state legislature
As lawmakers head back to Olympia for 2025, the projection is that Washington will be short billions of dollars to operate in the coming years. Some lawmakers say the government needs to be smarter about how they spend taxpayer dollars, while others say more taxes could be the answer.
As lawmakers head back to Olympia for 2025, the projection is that Washington will be short billions of dollars to operate in the coming years. Some lawmakers say the government needs to be smarter about how they spend taxpayer dollars, while others say more taxes could be the answer.
How WA's spending, hiring freeze affects WSDOT
Washington state faces a $10-12 billion budget shortfall, and the department of transportation is feeling the pressure.
Washington state faces a $10-12 billion budget shortfall, and the department of transportation is feeling the pressure.
Congress tackles airline 'junk fees'
Just days after a record-breaking Thanksgiving travel season, airlines are facing growing questions from lawmakers about rising airfares.
Just days after a record-breaking Thanksgiving travel season, airlines are facing growing questions from lawmakers about rising airfares.
Gov. Inslee imposes WA spending, hiring freeze
Washington Governor Jay Inslee says he is implementing a hiring and spending freeze as the state faces a “significant operating budget deficit."
Washington Governor Jay Inslee says he is implementing a hiring and spending freeze as the state faces a “significant operating budget deficit."
King County hits FEMA damage threshold
King County is calling on Governor Jay Inslee for help rebuilding from the bomb cyclone after meeting the threshold to qualify for federal disaster assistance.
King County is calling on Governor Jay Inslee for help rebuilding from the bomb cyclone after meeting the threshold to qualify for federal disaster assistance.