Presidential campaigns focus on the economy
The economy has been dominating the political conversation, with both Vice President Harris and former president Trump making comments.
The economy has been dominating the political conversation, with both Vice President Harris and former president Trump making comments.
CPI forecasts drop in inflation, consumers' budgets remain tight
The Consumer Price Index shows inflation continuing to improve, but a lot of essentials are still at high prices.
The Consumer Price Index shows inflation continuing to improve, but a lot of essentials are still at high prices.
Project to clear up WA encampments running out of money
Thousands of encampments are still standing on state-owned land as the Inslee-era cleanups across Washington are almost out of money.
Thousands of encampments are still standing on state-owned land as the Inslee-era cleanups across Washington are almost out of money.
Trump, Harris talk economy on campaign trail
The economy is taking center stage on the campaign trail for both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump this week.
The economy is taking center stage on the campaign trail for both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump this week.
Inflation eases in July, but these cities are dealing with the worst of it: Study
Inflation fell in July to the lowest level in more than three years.
Inflation fell in July to the lowest level in more than three years.
Inflation rises 2.9% in July, less than expected
Inflation fell in July to the lowest level in more than three years, a welcome sign for the Federal Reserve even as prices remained uncomfortably high for millions of Americans.
Inflation fell in July to the lowest level in more than three years, a welcome sign for the Federal Reserve even as prices remained uncomfortably high for millions of Americans.
2025 Social Security COLA increase: What we know
Social Security recipients are expected to see an increase in their monthly benefits next year and here’s what you need to know.
Social Security recipients are expected to see an increase in their monthly benefits next year and here’s what you need to know.
Workers reach tentative agreement with Seattle's Woodland Park Zoo
Just one day before a planned picket, workers at the Woodland Park Zoo announce they have reached a tentative agreement with the zoo.
Just one day before a planned picket, workers at the Woodland Park Zoo announce they have reached a tentative agreement with the zoo.
Washington median home prices 50% above national average
We know home prices in Washington are high, but a new Redfin report is showing us more about how the numbers actually stack up on a national scale.
We know home prices in Washington are high, but a new Redfin report is showing us more about how the numbers actually stack up on a national scale.
Inflation is down and you deserve some of the credit, economists say
Americans' refusal to keep paying higher prices may be dealing a final blow to the country’s inflation problem.
Americans' refusal to keep paying higher prices may be dealing a final blow to the country’s inflation problem.
Seattle families join investment groups in buying historic Smith Tower
A downtown landmark is coming under new ownership in Seattle.
A downtown landmark is coming under new ownership in Seattle.
Cash App settlement: How to submit a claim for up to $2,500
If you’ve used Cash App in the last six years, you may be eligible for up to $2,500 as part of a class-action settlement over security breaches.
If you’ve used Cash App in the last six years, you may be eligible for up to $2,500 as part of a class-action settlement over security breaches.
Some Americans to receive rare second Social Security payment in August
Here's why some Social Security recipients will receive two checks in August.
Here's why some Social Security recipients will receive two checks in August.
Credit card debt hits all-time high
According to a report from the Federal Reserve, credit card debt has hit an all-time high, with more Americans missing payments every month.
According to a report from the Federal Reserve, credit card debt has hit an all-time high, with more Americans missing payments every month.
Yelm Middle and High School sports programs face cuts after failed levy
Yelm schools have already cut 100 positions across the district, after a levy failed to pass. Now, middle and high school sports programs are next on the chopping block.
Yelm schools have already cut 100 positions across the district, after a levy failed to pass. Now, middle and high school sports programs are next on the chopping block.
Americans owe record $1.3 trillion in credit card debt
Credit card debt has reached record levels in the U.S., a troubling sign that consumers are increasingly relying on credit cards to cover everyday costs.
Credit card debt has reached record levels in the U.S., a troubling sign that consumers are increasingly relying on credit cards to cover everyday costs.
Stocks recover after global sell-off
The markets bounced back after their worst day in nearly two years on Monday.
The markets bounced back after their worst day in nearly two years on Monday.
Financial markets falling across the globe
Fears of a U.S. recession are triggering a global sell-off.
Fears of a U.S. recession are triggering a global sell-off.
Workers at Seattle's Woodland Park Zoo prepare for possible strike
Woodland Park Zoo workers say they are making preparations to ensure animal safety in the event of a strike.
Woodland Park Zoo workers say they are making preparations to ensure animal safety in the event of a strike.
Economist urges Fed to meet 'now' to cut rates as stocks tumble: It's a 'frightening time'
Economist Stephen Moore urged the Federal Reserve to address falling commodity prices and shift from inflation concerns to deflation, while Fed Chairman Jerome Powell indicated a potential rate cut if inflation cools, amidst a market meltdown driven by recession fears.
Economist Stephen Moore urged the Federal Reserve to address falling commodity prices and shift from inflation concerns to deflation, while Fed Chairman Jerome Powell indicated a potential rate cut if inflation cools, amidst a market meltdown driven by recession fears.