UPS hiring 2,100 Seattle workers for holiday season
UPS is looking to fill thousands of job positions in Seattle as the busy holiday delivery season approaches.
UPS is looking to fill thousands of job positions in Seattle as the busy holiday delivery season approaches.
Would Harris or Trump do a better job on the economy? Voters split in new poll
About 4 in 10 registered voters say Trump would do a better job handling the economy, while a similar number say that about Harris, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
About 4 in 10 registered voters say Trump would do a better job handling the economy, while a similar number say that about Harris, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
Possible port strike could impact Americans
A looming strike at America's ports is threatening to upend the busy holiday season.
A looming strike at America's ports is threatening to upend the busy holiday season.
West Seattle light rail extension costs billions more
A new update from Sound Transit on its plans to extend the light rail into West Seattle was met with backlash from the community.
A new update from Sound Transit on its plans to extend the light rail into West Seattle was met with backlash from the community.
Will the Fed's rate cut bring down mortgage rates?
While the federal funds rate is not what consumers pay directly, it affects borrowing costs for home equity lines of credit, auto loans and credit cards. Mortgage rates are linked to moves in the 10-year Treasury yield.
While the federal funds rate is not what consumers pay directly, it affects borrowing costs for home equity lines of credit, auto loans and credit cards. Mortgage rates are linked to moves in the 10-year Treasury yield.
Here are the states where student loan delinquency is increasing the most
With student loan payments having resumed over the past year, many people have struggled to keep up.
With student loan payments having resumed over the past year, many people have struggled to keep up.
Economy is a top issue for voters
The economy is a top issue for small business owners, which could make or break votes in key battleground states.
The economy is a top issue for small business owners, which could make or break votes in key battleground states.
Boeing furloughing workers to save money during strike
Boeing announced new plans to furlough a "large number" of employees to save money during the ongoing machinist strike.
Boeing announced new plans to furlough a "large number" of employees to save money during the ongoing machinist strike.
Federal Reserve slashes key rate by half-point, signals end of inflation battle
The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by an unusually large half-point, a dramatic shift after more than two years of high rates helped tame inflation but that also made borrowing painfully expensive for consumers.
The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by an unusually large half-point, a dramatic shift after more than two years of high rates helped tame inflation but that also made borrowing painfully expensive for consumers.
State appoints special administrator to oversee Marysville schools
The State Superintendent has appointed a special administrator to head up all financial decisions for the Marysville School District, including budget and staffing.
The State Superintendent has appointed a special administrator to head up all financial decisions for the Marysville School District, including budget and staffing.
Mom, former teacher speaks out against Seattle school closures
Former Bellevue teacher Lauren Jensen witnessed firsthand the impacts of school closures on students, staff, and the community. Now, she fears the same fate for Seattle?s students and families.
Former Bellevue teacher Lauren Jensen witnessed firsthand the impacts of school closures on students, staff, and the community. Now, she fears the same fate for Seattle?s students and families.
Bill Gates calls for more aid to go to Africa and for debt relief for burdened countries
The billionaire Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates thinks the richest governments should increase their support for African countries.
The billionaire Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates thinks the richest governments should increase their support for African countries.
Biden administration allows WA's Alaska Airlines merger with Hawaiian Air
The decision to let the Alaska and Hawaiian airlines close their merger stands in contrast to the Biden administration’s opposition to previous airline deals. But, there were some conditions.
The decision to let the Alaska and Hawaiian airlines close their merger stands in contrast to the Biden administration’s opposition to previous airline deals. But, there were some conditions.
Study finds only 9 cities where childcare is cheaper than rent
Parents are facing the financial challenges of managing high childcare expenses that surpass what they pay for rent in most U.S. cities, according to a new study.
Parents are facing the financial challenges of managing high childcare expenses that surpass what they pay for rent in most U.S. cities, according to a new study.
Poll shows Americans take dim view of grocery industry amid recalls, inflation
A recent Gallup poll reveals a shift in Americans' opinions of the grocery industry, with more negative than positive views for the first time. Concerns over inflation and food safety have contributed to declining confidence in a once highly-rated sector.
A recent Gallup poll reveals a shift in Americans' opinions of the grocery industry, with more negative than positive views for the first time. Concerns over inflation and food safety have contributed to declining confidence in a once highly-rated sector.
Fast food kids meal prices jump: Here's how much they've increased over 10 years
A new study reveals that fast food kids meal prices have risen 43% over the past decade, outpacing inflation. Chick-fil-A leads with a 63% increase, while Dairy Queen saw the smallest change at 21%. Find out how your favorite chains compare.
A new study reveals that fast food kids meal prices have risen 43% over the past decade, outpacing inflation. Chick-fil-A leads with a 63% increase, while Dairy Queen saw the smallest change at 21%. Find out how your favorite chains compare.
US could lose all bank branches by 2041 as closures surge, financial report finds
A new financial report predicts that physical bank branches in the U.S. could disappear by 2041 if current trends continue, with over 1,600 closures per year. California, Florida, and Illinois have seen the highest number of closures as Americans increasingly turn to online banking options.
A new financial report predicts that physical bank branches in the U.S. could disappear by 2041 if current trends continue, with over 1,600 closures per year. California, Florida, and Illinois have seen the highest number of closures as Americans increasingly turn to online banking options.
30-year mortgage rates hit lowest level in 19 months, Seattle rents rise
The rate on a 30-year mortgage fell this week to its lowest level in 19 months, reflecting a pullback in Treasury yields ahead of an expected interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve next week.
The rate on a 30-year mortgage fell this week to its lowest level in 19 months, reflecting a pullback in Treasury yields ahead of an expected interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve next week.
Rare dime likely worth over $500K could be hiding in your pocket
A rare dime from 1975 that lacks the letter "S" for the San Francisco mint it came from is up for auction and is expected to fetch more than $500,000.
A rare dime from 1975 that lacks the letter "S" for the San Francisco mint it came from is up for auction and is expected to fetch more than $500,000.
Where is inflation the highest? Chicago, New York rank near top
New data released by the Labor Department revealed which cities have the highest inflation rates.
New data released by the Labor Department revealed which cities have the highest inflation rates.