Consumer
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Blue Light Exposure: Understanding the Risks
With the increasing use of digital devices and computers in daily life, we're all exposed to more and more blue light. They may be convenient and …
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Food Banks Say Kroger-Albertson’s Merger Could Increase Demand
Kentucky food banks say the proposed merger of Kroger and Albertsons, currently under review by the Federal Trade Commission, could trigger an …
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Tips for Student Loan Borrowers Waiting for Answers on Debt Relief
Millions of Americans with student loans are anxious to hear if the Supreme Court will uphold President Joe Biden's plan to offer up to $20,000 in stu…
Monday, January 30, 2023
Grocery Chain Mega-Merger Could Affect Rural Arkansas
The proposed merger between the grocery chains Albertsons and Kroger has antitrust laws in the spotlight, as the supermarket companies are already …
Monday, January 30, 2023
Lawmakers Consider Expanding Health Coverage for 19,000 Workers
A bill that would expand Medicaid coverage for some 19,000 Wyoming workers who earn too much to qualify for standard Medicaid, but can't afford …
Monday, January 30, 2023
NC Officials Encourage Testing for Radon
As January comes to a close so does Radon Action Month, but officials want North Carolinians to test for the poisonous gas this winter. Radon is a …
Monday, January 30, 2023
IA Regulators Require Release of MidAmerican Wind Energy Studies
Environmental groups are pleased with an Iowa Utilities Board ruling that requires MidAmerican Energy to make planning studies public for its Iowa Win…
Monday, January 30, 2023
Protecting the 'Eyes of Texas' in the Age of Digital Overload
It is not a pandemic yet, but eye doctors worry the constant use of digital devices could eventually result in long-term health problems for many …
Monday, January 30, 2023
Big Economic Boosts Forecast for AZ as Super Bowl LVII Approaches
Super Bowl LVII is right around the corner, which means Arizona will see hefty spending and wide exposure because of the massive sporting event…
Monday, January 30, 2023
TN Bill Would Revamp Recycling Process Statewide
A bill in the Tennessee Legislature aims to reduce packaging materials that end up in landfills by improving recycling in the Volunteer State…
Monday, January 30, 2023
Fix Opens Options for Households with Costly Employer Health Coverage
Many Kentuckians who have affordable employer health coverage for themselves but not for their dependents and spouses now qualify for financial assist…
Stronger Federal Methane Rules Would Benefit NM Residents, But When?
New Mexico residents have two weeks to submit written comments to the Environmental Protection Agency about its proposal to implement stronger standar…