Amazon Cuts 95 Washington Jobs in Winter Layoffs
Amazon will eliminate 95 Washington roles with separation dates running from December 2026 through January 2027.
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Washington Jobs News
In Washington, jobs news means employment trends, hiring, layoffs and the shifting balance of the labor market. This page tracks state-level data and the workforce changes that impact residents across the region.
Jobs — General
Comcast to Lay Off 159 Washington Workers by March
The company is restructuring its operations ahead of a planned spinoff of its NBCUniversal business units.
Remote Work
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Lawsuit Challenges $25 Remote Court Fee
A Vancouver law firm sued Skamania County Superior Court over a fee for appearing remotely at hearings.
Military Jobs
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Washington National Guard Hosts Malaysian Logistics Exchange
The state National Guard held a weeklong logistics training exchange with representatives from the Malaysian armed forces.
Nursing Jobs
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Anne Mason to Lead WSU Nursing College in November
The Washington State University alumna will assume the role of permanent dean on November 1, 2026.
Regular subjects here include monthly labor statistics, changes to the minimum wage, mass hiring announcements and layoff cycles. Coverage extends from the capital to the rural counties where industry shifts shape the local economy. Sector-specific changes in technology and aerospace often influence the state figures more than other industries do. Automation and the evolving demands of the hybrid workforce remain the most consistent forces driving new employment stories.