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Washington state industries and consumers brace for tariff impacts

Washington State Department of Commerce Director Joe Nguyễn told KUOW’s Paige Browning about his concerns for the state’s economy.
Paige Browning

John O'Brien
Business

One year later, a union contract for Starbucks baristas is still brewing

It's been over year since Seattle coffee giant Starbucks agreed to start negotiating a national contract with the union representing baristas — Starbucks Workers United. But negotiations have stalled, baristas are growing frustrated, and each side has different ideas about how to turn the company around.
Noel Gasca
Business

Starbucks corporate layoffs leave a bitter taste in Washington state

The impact of Starbucks’s latest layoffs on its home state is coming into focus.
Monica Nickelsburg
Business

Longtime fans flock to Lake City for one last bite of Heaven Sent Fried Chicken

Customers have been streaming to Lake City for their fried chicken fix this week ever since owner Ezell Stephens announced his retirement.
Ruby de Luna
Business

'Green vest’ workers fight for union representation on REI board

Unionized REI employees are determined to have a seat at the table of board directors at the beloved outdoor gear company.
Monica Nickelsburg
Business

As countries lob tariffs, this small Seattle business hunkers down

New U.S. tariffs on China come on top of existing tariffs that have plagued clothing company KAVU for years. Now, its owner fears higher prices could push customers away.
Joshua McNichols
Business

Seattle businesses join nationwide 'day without immigrants' strike

Up and down the business district of Seattle’s North Beacon Hill, several restaurants shut their doors on Monday. It was part of a nationwide strike aimed at showing how integral immigrants are to their local communities.
Gustavo Sagrero Álvarez
Arts & Life

Dry January will soon be over, but these Seattle spots offer zero proof year round

Thinking of extending Dry January beyond one month of the year? You’re not alone. More and more people are embracing it-- only to find non-alcoholic options at bars and restaurants limited. But some local businesses are changing that.
Ruby de Luna
Business

The clock is ticking for Costco and Teamsters to unite on a new contract

The clock is ticking for Issaquah-based Costco and the Teamsters Union to reach an agreement over a new contract for about 18,000 workers across the country.
Noel Gasca
Business

Costco shareholders reject proposal to investigate the company's DEI policies

Costco shareholders have rejected a proposal that questioned the company’s diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.
Noel Gasca

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