There are many reasons to be concerned about the new law. It puts Washington businesses at a continued disadvantage compared to competitors in other states while increasing prices for everyday Washingtonians. It will squeeze the budget of small businesses, who often rely on outside firms for technical services instead of hiring someone in-house.

Washington’s grocery prices could grow more than 16% if President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs are allowed to continue, predicts a new state report released Thursday. 

Thousands of state government and community college employees in Washington are considering a new pact that would secure raises they lost out on in July when state lawmakers did not fund their contract.

U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse appeared to walk a fine line when he addressed a packed ballroom Aug. 27 at the Pasco Red Lion while protestors lined the street outside. 

Thinking about making some energy efficiency improvements for your home or considering buying a new or used electric car? You may need to act fast to take advantage of a slew of energy tax credits that are expiring. 

Recently approved by the Kennewick City Council, the city’s new master fee schedule document aims to provide transparency and a standardized means for residents and business owners to assess potential costs. 

The Department of Revenue is sending letters and digital alerts notifying tens of thousands of business owners of a possible change in their tax reporting requirements after the Legislature changed what business services will now be defined as retail sales. 

The signature legislation of President Donald Trump’s administration passed by Congress this summer made a number of tax changes, and one national small business advocate wants to help entrepreneurs capitalize on them. 

U.S. Sen. Patty Murray recently made several stops in the Tri-Cities using Congress’ August recess to rally support to halt federal budget cuts that will kick tens of thousands of area residents off Medicaid and slash more than 1,000 jobs from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.

When a state becomes unaffordable, families feel it and businesses feel it.