United States: Winter storm leaves thousands without power, grounds flights nationwide

A massive winter storm swept across the United States, triggering emergencies in over 20 states, grounding thousands of ...
CNBC

Minimum wage just went up in places across 7 states and Washington, D.C.—it's $20.24 an hour in one city

Workers across the United States are getting a raise this week after minimum wage increases took effect across several states and localities Tuesday. The wage increases are expected to affect more ...
Kitsap Sun

Washington has the highest average hourly pay across the 50 states. See the federal data

Washington state residents are among the highest hourly earners in the United States, according to the latest data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Bureau of Labor Statistics ...
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette

United States posts $173.3 billion November deficit

WASHINGTON -- The United States had a $173.3 billion monthly deficit in November, a month affected by the federal government shutdown and a pause in some government services. By comparison, the United ...
Kitsap Sun

Obamacare is most affordable in these 6 states. Is Washington one of them?

Washington is one of the most affordable states for buying health insurance through marketplaces established by the Affordable Care Act, commonly referred to as "Obamacare," according to a new ...