Report: Cost of living outpaces 71% of middle-income Americans
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A new report shows that about 71% of middle income Americans earnings are falling behind the cost of living. Glenn Williams, CEO of financial services company Primerica, joins Good Day Seattle to break down the report. 

IRS in the hot seat over potential cash grab from Spain's World Cup winnings: 'It's a rip-off'

As reigning 2026 FIFA World Cup champions, Spain won $50 million in prize money, but a large portion of that could be subject to federal taxes in the United States — potentially up to 30%.

Seattle Kraken CEO warns Washington lawmakers of spending habits
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Seattle Kraken CEO Todd Leiweke, a prominent figure who normally doesn't speak up about politics, now has a warning for Washington lawmakers, saying they have an insatiable appetite for spending beyond their means.

Luke Skywalker's lightsaber nets $3.75 million at auction

The lightsaber from the iconic “Star Wars" sequel sold for nearly $4 million, marking the highest ever price for a prop used in the popular sci-fi film.

Seattle single-family rents ease in 2026

Renting in the Puget Sound region may have just gotten a bit easier, as single-family rents take a dip. However, prices still remain out of reach for many people following a 2025 surge.

Treasury intercepts nearly $99M in federal payments to deceased individuals under Trump fraud order

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has prevented nearly $99 million in federal payments from being disbursed to deceased individuals using a new verification system deployed under President Donald Trump's executive order targeting government fraud, waste and abuse.

US average gas price rises above $4 a gallon again

Drivers are feeling a financial squeeze at the pump as the national average for a gallon of gasoline went over $4. The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark.

How Congress' new housing bill affects Washington
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A big piece of legislation regarding housing went into effect this week. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act was passed by Congress, a bipartisan effort considered a major step in addressing affordability and supply, especially for first time homebuyers.

Map: How much it costs to raise kids in your city for 2026

While the rising cost of child care and housing is squeezing families nationwide, a new report reveals that the financial strain is significantly unequal depending on where you live.

Pizza chain to close up to 50 locations as sales slump

MTY Food Group CEO Eric Lefebvre various store locations at this pizza chain will close after nearly two years of turnaround efforts failed to deliver results.

Consumer prices dropped in June, despite ongoing Iran war
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Stocks opened higher Tuesday on the heels of the latest Consumer Price Index report, showing US. inflation eased to 3.5% over year, the lowest annual rate since April 2020.

Washington governor pushes to keep 'millionaires tax'
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Washington Governor Bob Ferguson is pushing to keep the so-called "millionaires tax" in place, while opponents have garnered more than half a million signatures for an initiative to get rid of it.

Acting director for US intelligence announces new round of job cuts

Bill Pulte, the acting director of ​National Intelligence, announced on social media last week that the agency began a new wave of job cuts, but he declined to provide specific figures on how many positions are being eliminated.

Gen Z breaks ultimate taboo by posting salaries online

A Wall Street Journal editor says high living costs and labor market uncertainty are pushing personal finance into public view.

Healthcare fraud recoveries top $5.5 billion despite enforcement slowdown

A new government report reveals that federal oversight efforts recovered billions of dollars in funds, resulting in individuals and companies being banned from federal healthcare programs.

Boeing invests $1B to expand 737 MAX production in Everett, WA

Boeing is dropping $1 billion on an expansion in Everett. Our crews headed to the world's largest building (by volume) to see just how that money will be spent to step up output of 737 MAX planes.

Consumers shouldn't expect prices to fall anytime soon, top economist warns

Conference Board Chief Economist Dana M. Peterson says consumers are abandoning big-ticket items as housing, healthcare, ad insurance costs influence spending.