US layoffs soar past 1.1M in 2025, highest level since the pandemic

Layoffs announced by employers in November pushed the 2025 total to the highest level since the wave of pandemic-induced layoffs in 2020, new data shows.

Survey reveals: Who's getting tips for the holidays – and how much?

Data shows that holiday tipping is down slightly and amounts are mostly flat. Here’s a look at who is getting tips for the holidays and how much.

WA businesses worry new tax package will hurt jobs
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A massive tax package that aims to generate $9 billion from Washington businesses has some companies worried it will lead to fewer jobs, as it's now more expensive to recruit temporary workers.

Oil and gas prices expected to stay significantly lower through 2026

Noticing some relief at the gas pump? Oil and gas prices are expected to stay significantly lower through 2026, according to the latest forecast from the Energy Information Administration.

WA lawmaker pushing statewide payroll tax to generate billions

A Washington state lawmaker on Tuesday set the tone for the upcoming legislative session, making the case for a new tax on companies statewide.

WA still dealing with high gas prices amid nationwide drop
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Gas prices across the U.S. are hitting lows that haven't been seen in years, but Washingtons state drivers are still dealing with high prices at the pump, with the state average sitting around $4.19 per gallon, and Seattle at $4.41.

WA lawmakers to push for new statewide payroll tax
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Ahead of next year's legislative session, one lawmaker says he plans to push a new tax on Washington companies through a statewide payroll tax.

Michael and Susan Dell pledge $6.25B for children’s investment accounts in Trump program

Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell announced a record $6.25 billion pledge to support up to 25 million American children by expanding participation in the new "Trump Accounts."

Trump administration seeking to stop SNAP payments to Democrat-led states for not providing enrollee records

During President Trump’s cabinet meeting Tuesday, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the administration will stop Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) payments to Democratic-controlled states if they don’t  provide information on those receiving the assistance.

SNAP: See the overpayment and underpayment rates for benefits in every state

There are around 42 million low-income Americans who receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP). The SNAP Quality Control system ensures recipients receive the right benefits and identifies both underpayments and overpayments.

Powerball jackpot soars to $775 million for Wednesday's drawing

The cash prize continues to rise after no lottery player matched all the winning numbers from Monday night's drawing.

New SNAP requirements now in effect,  USDA planning major overhaul of program

Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.