Starbucks plans corporate shake-up and layoffs, starting with senior execs
Leadership and organizational changes will begin this week and carry on into November, CEO Kevin Johnson said in a memo to employees.
In labor-friendly Seattle, unions push for new territory
AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka, the head of the largest U.S. labor organization, vows that someday ‘we will go in to organize Amazon,’ and talks about...
Bed Bath & Beyond throws in the towel at downtown Seattle store
The downtown location is slated to close later this year, a spokeswoman confirmed.
Darigold aims to sell more than half of its dairy output abroad despite trade spat
The century-old co-op, now a huge business, emphasizes exports amid global trade uncertainty and weak U.S. demand. Darigold CEO Stan Ryan is upbeat about its...
Apple’s expansive new Seattle store seeks to keep brick-and-mortar relevant
Apple’s new University Village store emphasizes experiences and education as retailers try to give people new reasons to go into physical stores.
Impact of high court’s online sales-tax ruling might be modest in Washington state
The court said states can collect sales taxes directly from sellers outside their borders, unlocking hundreds of millions of dollars in tax revenue and leveling...
Businesses get a win on head tax, but solution to Seattle homelessness crisis still elusive
With Seattle’s head tax apparently dead, businesses that opposed it signaled a desire to re-engage in search of solutions to the worsening homelessness crisis. Advocates...
Hutch cancer center will put labs in Seattle’s historic Lake Union steam plant
The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center will expand to the nearby steam plant, continuing its recent use as a laboratory building.
Howard Schultz may be retiring, but Starbucks boardroom door remains open with rare privileges
The retirement agreement between Howard Schultz and Starbucks raises questions about his future privileges, including a lifetime invite to board meetings.