Fed up with break-ins, Seattle business owner to run for Congress
Business owner Nirav Sheth told The Jason Rantz Show on KTTH he's running for Congress after his restaurant business was burglarized for the third time in Normandy Park, Wash.
Coffee shops offering pumpkin spice flavor earlier than past years as industry booms
The popularity of pumpkin spice has exploded in recent years, especially as an ingredient in coffee. Now, it can be found in foods like donuts, muffins and even goldfish crackers.
Deadly Washington listeria outbreak linked to milkshakes sold at restaurant
The Washington Department of Health says three people have died after becoming infected with listeria bacteria found in milkshakes at a Tacoma restaurant.
White House issues guidelines to boost use of US-made goods in government-funded infrastructure projects
The White House released definitive guidelines on bolstering the utilization of domestically produced goods in infrastructure projects funded by the government.
Washington state 4-year-old dies after choking on hot dog at Costco
A 4-year-old girl in Kennewick, Washington died on Sunday after choking on what was believed to have been a hot dog at Costco Wholesale.
Cruise industry seeing summer boom with pandemic restrictions lifted
Cruise ships are seeing more people come on board this summer with numbers expected to be at 31.5 million this year. That would be more than the last full year before the pandemic.
Environmental policy contributing to historic gas price spike in Washington state: 'Hit my pockets hard'
A program aimed at limiting carbon emissions in Washington state has resulted in a historic spike in gas prices for residents as fuel suppliers pass increased costs on to customers.
AI comes to the farm: New technology tackles acres of weeds quickly by using robotics and lasers
Carbon Robotics CEO spoke of his farming technology, the LaserWeeder, and what it offers farmers. AI powers the unit as it uses robotics and lasers to rid farms of weeds quickly.
Auto shops struggling to find trained mechanics amid national shortage: 'It's really getting scary'
Due to a national shortage of trained auto mechanics it's taking longer than usual, and costing more, for people to get their cars fixed in auto shops.
California port problems piling up amid labor negotiations
Service disruptions at major West Coast ports amid ongoing labor negotiations between the ILWU and PMA have raised concern about supply chain issues hitting the U.S. economy.
Americans experiencing surge in spam text messages, financial loss from scams higher than ever
Americans are experiencing a massive increase in spam text messages sent to their cell phones. Cybersecurity experts say these messages can put important information, or money, at risk.
Restaurants across America turning to robot servers in response to food industry's worker shortage
More restaurants are turning to robot servers to combat the national shortage of food industry workers – a lasting effect of the coronavirus pandemic's impact on the service industry.
Seattle restaurant sues city for damages from 'unsightly, unsanitary, unsafe' anti-police CHOP protest
Oma Bap, a Korean restaurant in Seattle, is suing the city for allegedly enabling the CHOP protest that roiled downtown in the wake of George Floyd's death in summer 2020.
Washington pot regulators halt operations at several farms over pesticide concerns
Marijuana regulators in Washington state halted operations at several outdoor farms and processors after testing revealed the presence of a dangerous pesticide.
Technical companies dealing with shortage of young, skilled trade workers
Technical companies are having a hard time replacing older trade workers who are retiring. There haven't been enough young people training to fill open roles.
US housing cost take rare dip and buyers are taking advantage
The US year-over-year housing prices decreased in February for the first time in more than a decade. Realtors say buyers should strike quickly while prices are lower.
Seattle to pay millions to settle lawsuit over damages from George Floyd-inspired 'autonomous zone' protests
Seattle agreed to a $3.65 million settlement with residents and business owners over the city's handling of a so-called autonomous zone known as CHOP during the 2020 riots.
Washington business owners fed up with crime turn to the Second Amendment for protection
Business owners in the Seattle, Washington, area increasingly purchased firearms in 2020 as protests and riots spread, and are reportedly still armed to protect against crimes.
Law enforcement seeing rise in card skimmer thefts
Investigators are seeing a rise in more card skimmer thefts. These are devices that can steal your banking information from a credit or debit card. Thieves plant them at businesses.
States look to secure electrical grid after substation attacks
Several states are moving to strengthen the security of the electrical grid after a series of attacks at substations around the country in recent months exposed vulnerabilities.