Bill Kaczaraba
Challenging real estate market claims more victims
Redfin announced a new layoffs Thursday, according to GeekWire. The Seattle-based real estate company said 46 managers will be let go.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Consumer Man: ‘Junk fees’ transparency to take effect mid-year
The Federal Trade Commission has finalized a new rule requiring transparent pricing for hotel rooms, vacation rentals, and live events.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Macy’s will close more Washington stores amid financial struggles
Macy's is set to close three stores in Washington as part of its ongoing efforts to refocus on its most successful properties2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
UW Study: Significant discrimination in lending practices against minority-owned businesses
A study by UW has uncovered significant disparities in lending practices affecting businesses owned by people of color and women.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Seattle mayor’s plan to double housing capacity sparks debate, concern among city council
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell's plan to double the city's housing over the next 20 years was the central focus of the latest council meeting.2 years ago
Steve Coogan and Julia Dallas
Expect traffic: Amazon employees in Washington begin return to office full time
Thursday, Jan. 2 is the day Amazon employees need to begin reporting to the office five days per week instead of three days per week.2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
New year brings more money as Seattle’s minimum wage rises
The new year will come with extra money as Seattle's minimum wage rises Wednesday, as stated by the city of Seattle.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
How much would it cost to be Jeff Bezos’ neighbor? (Spoiler alert: The land doesn’t come with a house)
A prime piece of real estate on an island off Miami is up for grabs and the new owners could find themselves neighbors with Jeff Bezos.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Gee Scott: ‘Sports betting makes my skin crawl’
"Sports betting is something that makes my skin crawl," KIRO Newsradio host Gee Scott, a longtime critic of legalized gambling, said.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Seattle-based Nordstorm prepares to go private
Nordstrom said it was going private. On Monday, it continued to move in that direction, according to a Bloomberg story.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
What’s open on Christmas Day in Washington?
A lot of retail businesses were open on Christmas Eve in Washington, but many chains closed early. Many stores are closed on Christmas Day.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Flagship Bartell Drugs in University Village set to close
Another Bartell Drugs bites the dust and this closure could greatly impact nearby students.2 years ago
Associated Press
Nordstrom to be acquired by Nordstrom family, Mexican retail group for $6.25B
Department store Nordstrom has agreed to be acquired and taken private by Nordstrom family members and a Mexican group for $6.25 billion.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
Report: Party City to go out of business; 16 Washington stores will be affected
After nearly 40 years in business, Party City is closing down all of its stores, according to a report Friday from CNN.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Drivers beware: Seattle parking fines going up next year for ‘inflation’
The Seattle Municipal Court announced next year, parking fines in the city will be getting more expensive.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Bezos saves $1 billion in taxes after moving out of WA
Jeff Bezos, the founder and executive chairman for Amazon, has allegedly saved nearly $1 billion this year alone in taxes.2 years ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
Gov. Inslee proposes ‘wealth tax’ to address multi-billion-dollar budget shortfall
Faced with a multi-billion-dollar budget shortfall over the next four years, outgoing Washington Governor Jay Inslee is proposing a new "wealth tax."2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Struggling with internet? Washington receives federal funding to help locals get online
The Biden-Harris Administration announced Monday it approved more than $15.9 million in funding to expand internet access throughout Washington.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
$2M resolution with mortgage firm: Are you one of 1,500 WA residents owed money?
1,500 WA residents will get to claim their share of $2 million as a result of a resolution with Nationstar for mortgage violations.2 years ago
The MyNorthwest staff with wire reports
Federal, state judges block merger between Kroger and Albertsons
A federal judge and a state judge halted a proposed merger between supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
‘Like Russian roulette:’ Boeing whistleblower warns of faulty parts on ’60 Minutes’
Another Boeing whistleblower has come forward, claiming bad parts could lead to mass casualties.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
Boeing lays off nearly 400 more people in Washington, state reports
The Boeing layoffs announced previously will impact another nearly 400 workers in Washington, a notice filed Monday with the state says.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
Boeing lays off hundreds more SPEEA workers
Boeing layoffs: Separation notices were issued to 222 members of union known as SPEEA according to a short statement published Friday.2 years ago
