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KeHE Offers Fair-Chance Hiring for People With Criminal Records

KeHE Distributors has taken a significant step by becoming an official member of the Second Chance Business Coalition (SCBC), a move aimed at creating equitable employment opportunities for individuals with criminal records. The SCBC consists of major private-sector firms that…

KROGER IN COURT: Grocer Insists Price Gouging Allegation Is Baseless

In a trial centered around the proposed $24.6 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons, the grocery giant Kroger is defending itself against allegations of price gouging. This legal battle, occurring in Colorado, is part of a broader scrutinization of the…

KROGER IN COURT: Grocery Execs Testify in Washington as Colorado Trial Begins

The ongoing legal battles surrounding Kroger’s proposed $24.6 billion merger with Albertsons Cos. have captured significant attention, particularly in the shadow of recent courtroom testimonies. On the tenth day of the trial in Washington state, five notable executives from the…

SpartanNash Appoints VP, Associate General Counsel & Compliance Officer

In a significant strategic move, SpartanNash has elevated Kristen Porter to the position of Vice President, Associate General Counsel, and Compliance Officer. This appointment marks a crucial development in the company’s ongoing commitment to compliance and governance, particularly in the…

KROGER IN COURT: Judge in FTC Case ‘Expeditiously' Working on Decision

The battle over the proposed merger between The Kroger Co. and Albertsons Cos. has reached a critical juncture. On September 17, the two grocery giants wrapped up their hearing with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding the government’s motion for…