AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoStarbucks Layoffs, Again: Starbucks filed for another round of cuts tied to its Seattle support center—252 more jobs, including vice presidents and managers—on top of earlier reductions, with the company also consolidating regional offices and shifting some work to Nashville. Seattle Public Safety Pressure: In Greenwood, neighbors say gun violence is rising after a home was hit by bullets inches from a sleeping six-week-old; police have confirmed multiple incidents in days. Washington Courts & Taxes: Washington’s newest Supreme Court justice, Theo Angelis, was sworn in as the state’s income-tax fight continues to draw scrutiny, including claims the bill was built as a legal test case. State Business Climate: Gas prices hit an all-time high, and Gov. Bob Ferguson pointed to the Iran war and urged drivers to contact the White House. Local Economy & Community: Redmond awarded $126,350 for World Cup watch parties, while Seattle’s Downtown Seattle Association flagged a “tipping point” moment as tourism and residents rise but office vacancies and job worries linger.
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