Kroger CEO resigns abruptly after 'personal conduct' investigation
The country's largest supermarket chain is shaking up its leadership after Rodney McMullen had led the company since 2014.
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Warning of higher grocery prices, Washington AG sues to stop Kroger-Albertsons merger
"Shoppers will have fewer choices and less competition, and, without a competitive marketplace, they will pay higher prices at the grocery store," Washington state attorney general Bob Ferguson said.
Kroger and Albertsons plan merger to combine 2 largest supermarket chains
The $25-billion deal is likely to draw intense scrutiny from federal regulators and critics as it would form a new supermarket colossus at a time of soaring food costs.
'Secret Life Of Supermarkets' Shines A Light On Bounty's Dark Side
Keeping U.S. markets filled with a dazzling array of choices relies on an army of farmers, suppliers, truckers and retail workers. What's gained and lost as all that food makes its way to the shelves?
'There's No Fruit Or Veg': U.K. Nurse Makes Emotional Plea To Panicked Shoppers
Many supermarket shelves have been stripped bare as the coronavirus spreads in Britain, which led to this tearful Facebook video that has struck a nerve across the country.
Supermarkets Add 'Senior Hours' For Vulnerable Shoppers
Target, Safeway and others are restricting their opening hours, limiting purchases per each shopper and setting off time for seniors and other high-risk individuals to shop.
Empty Grocery Shelves Are Alarming, But They're Not Permanent
The sudden spike in demand driven by the coronavirus pandemic has meant shortages at many stores. But retailers say products will return to shelves and urge customers to not panic or hoard items.
Grocery Stores Start To Cut Hours As Coronavirus Prompts Surge In Panic-Buying
Chains from Walmart and Target to Whole Foods and Publix are cutting back hours to give employees more time to restock shelves and sanitize stores.
Blind Grocery Shoppers Access 'Second Set Of Eyes' Through App At Wegmans
An app service known as Aira is connecting blind and visually impaired grocery shoppers with sighted guides that help them navigate the aisles at Wegmans through their smartphones.
The Fresh Market Announces It Will Close 15 Stores
A Greensboro-based grocery chain, The Fresh Market, has announced it will close 15 stores around the country, including one in North Ca