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.
Dow drops 1K points, Japanese stocks suffer worst crash since 1987
Nearly everything on Wall Street is tumbling Monday as fear about a slowing U.S. economy worsens and sets off another sell-off for financial markets around the world.
Nearly everything on Wall Street is tumbling Monday as fear about a slowing U.S. economy worsens and sets off another sell-off for financial markets around the world.
Seattle’s Scarecrow Video holds fundraiser, needs $1.8 million to survive
"It’s a resource everyone loves." Scarecrow Video in the University District boasts the largest public video collection in the world--but they're in trouble, hoping to raise a lot of cash by December.
"It’s a resource everyone loves." Scarecrow Video in the University District boasts the largest public video collection in the world--but they're in trouble, hoping to raise a lot of cash by December.
New plan announced for student loan bailouts
The Biden Administration has announced a new plan for student loan bailouts, with the rules of the latest move set to be finalized this fall.
The Biden Administration has announced a new plan for student loan bailouts, with the rules of the latest move set to be finalized this fall.
'No Buy Challenge' encourages people to save money
The rules of the latest viral TikTok trend are simple: make a list of all the non-essential items you will not spend money on for a set length of time and stick to it.
The rules of the latest viral TikTok trend are simple: make a list of all the non-essential items you will not spend money on for a set length of time and stick to it.
Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq have worst session since 2022
U.S. stocks registered the worst session since 2022 after a string of weak economic reports jolted investor fears that a recession may be brewing.
U.S. stocks registered the worst session since 2022 after a string of weak economic reports jolted investor fears that a recession may be brewing.
Study ranks US states with most financially-distressed residents
WalletHub's recent study reveals the U.S. states with the most financially-distressed residents, highlighting surprising trends and economic struggles. Michigan tops the list, followed closely by Texas and Nevada.
WalletHub's recent study reveals the U.S. states with the most financially-distressed residents, highlighting surprising trends and economic struggles. Michigan tops the list, followed closely by Texas and Nevada.