How do you counter misinformation? Critical thinking is step one An economic perspective on misinformation Greg Rosalsky
Striking Seattle electrical workers demand better pay, improved safety Striking electrical workers from IBEW Local 46 have shut down eight work sites after negotiations broke down with the Puget Sound Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA). Kamna Shastri
The U.S. economy slowed down in the first three months of 2024, report shows The U.S. economy grew more slowly than expected in the first three months of the year. But consumers are still spending money — especially on services such as travel and restaurant meals. Scott Horsley
Why experts say inflation is relatively low but voters feel differently Grocery prices are a key component of any household budget, and rising food prices can sour the electorate's mood. Mia Venkat
The disconnect between facts and feelings when it comes to voters and the economy Why is there a disconnect at times between good news about the economy, and how voters actually feel about the economy? And how is that likely to play out in the 2024 election? Scott Horsley
Off the Charts: Seattle's rental market is pet-friendly, except for big dogs In a city awash in doggos (with two new dog parks coming), finding housing with your furry family members can be challenging—especially if they are large dogs. Teo Popescu
Sleep training: Life preserver for parents or "symptom of capitalism"? The raging debate over how to juggle kids and work. Greg Rosalsky
It's been an up and down week for Trump's DJT stock Shares of the company behind Truth Social — under stock ticker DJT — have had quite a volatile ride since their debut last month. Here's a look at what's been going on. Rafael Nam
Inflation is more stubborn than expected this year. One reason is rising rents Rental prices have been leveling off across the country, but you wouldn't know that from the official inflation statistics. Scott Horsley
Despite global instability, IMF says world economy show 'remarkable resilience' NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, chief economist at the International Monetary Fund, about the health of the global economy.