Walgreens

New York state Assemblywoman Emily Gallagher suggested misdemeanor theft of basic necessities results from a "biological need" and compared it to wealth disparity. Former Palm Beach County State Attorney Dave Aronberg rejected this idea, arguing that prosecution does not automatically mean incarceration and pointing to alternatives for first-time offenders. Meanwhile, retired NYPD Sgt. Joe Imperatrice supported the Broken Windows theory while criticizing political leaders.

A video captured the chaotic events in Miami Beach on March 18 when Adan Negron-Morris allegedly fatally struck two tourists, Sarisa Kongduang and Greatgomon Laowatdhanasapya. The incident occurred after the speeding driver had already caused several other crashes, eventually leading him to abandon his vehicle at a Walgreens where he was arrested.

Joseph Locke was accused of using large rocks to smash cars and a bank window during a rampage in West Nashville. He reportedly approached five vehicles on West End Avenue and subsequently damaged US Bank and stole beer from Walgreens before being found at Chase Bank. Though originally charged with multiple counts of aggravated assault, his attorney stated these charges were later reduced to two misdemeanor assaults.

A scammer impersonated DoorDash Support via an automated call, claiming issues with canceled orders or account reviews. The caller then allegedly tricked the recipient into visiting a local store (like CVS/Walgreens) to withdraw large sums of money using their ID and card. The poster warns Dashers that DoorDash will not ask for in-person verification or call simply to cancel an order.

Walgreens is closing more stores in Washington, D.C., New Jersey, New York, and Virginia, impacting customers who rely on these locations for prescriptions and everyday essentials.

Walgreens is continuing to close stores in 2026 under new private ownership. The extent of its updated closure plans for this year remains unclear.

Walgreens is closing fewer than 100 locations across at least a dozen states in 2026 as part of its store optimization strategy, down from earlier projections of 700 closures. The company cited reasons like expiring leases, underperforming sales, and theft/safety concerns for the closures, which are not part of a broad retreat from the pharmacy business.

Walgreens plans to close fewer than 100 stores in 2026 as part of its store optimization strategy, down from an initial projection of 700 closures. The closures are attributed to expiring leases, underperforming sales, and safety concerns, with 15 specific locations already confirmed as closed.

Walgreens is closing fewer than 100 stores in 2026 as part of its store optimization strategy, down from initial projections of 700 closures. The company confirmed 15 specific store closures across multiple states, citing reasons like expiring leases, underperforming sales, and safety concerns. Walgreens remains the second-largest pharmacy business in the U.S. with 8,500 locations.

Walgreens is closing two stores in New Jersey, with the first closure in Bogota on Aug. 6 and the second in Dumont on Sept. 3, as confirmed by a company spokesperson.

Walgreens, now a private company since 2025, continues its store closures but has scaled back a previously announced plan to close more locations.

A class action against manufacturers of decongestant medications containing phenylephrine was partially revived by the Second Circuit after the FDA mandated their labels state effectiveness, despite plaintiffs' claims they are no better than a placebo. The court upheld most dismissals but allowed claims about false 'maximum strength' advertising and unclear FDA approval processes to proceed.

Two letters discuss healthcare challenges: one describes a man's suicide linked to delayed COPD medication approval, and another addresses insurance barriers for weight loss drugs. A third letter mentions pregnancy centers, though details are incomplete.

A man was shot early Friday morning in Fort Lauderdale and rode his scooter to a nearby Walgreens to seek help before police arrived. He was transported to Broward Health Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.

Over 1,600 workers at Brooklyn Walgreens stores and Astoria Kinship Coffee shops are set to receive $2.3 million in restitution after settlements with four companies for violating New York City worker-protection laws. The agreements include $2.1 million in employee relief and $218,000 in penalties, with Walgreens paying the largest share for Fair Workweek Law violations.

Austin Police (APD) are seeking assistance in locating a suspect linked to an aggravated robbery at a Walgreens in central Austin on June 20. The incident occurred at a Walgreens store in the central Austin area, and authorities are requesting public help to identify the suspect.

Bayview residents have gone seven years without a local pharmacy since the neighborhood's Walgreens closed. A new pharmacy is set to open, ending this period without one.

A single QR code coupon reduced a $618 Walgreens prescription to $15. The medication was generic.

Walgreens closed a Chatham store due to theft and violence, contributing to a 'pharmacy desert' in the area. Ald. William Hall announced a pilot program to establish an Office of Pharmacy Access, which will support independent pharmacies in vacant spaces to improve medication access. A pop-up pharmacy will open in July as part of the initiative.

A Walgreens on the South Side is closing, leading to concerns about a pharmacy desert. The area's alderman stated that Walgreens has caused permanent damage to the Chatham neighborhood.

The Walgreens pharmacy located at 86th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue in Chatham is set to close. The closure is scheduled for Thursday.

Walgreens closed a store on Chicago's South Side due to rampant theft, high security costs, and declining sales, not racial bias. The article criticizes public blame on the company rather than addressing crime and safety issues that made the location unsustainable. A similar closure occurred near the author's church, disrupting access to medication for elderly and vulnerable residents.

A Democrat lawmaker is calling for charges against Walgreens for closing down due to a city's rampant crime wave. The closure is allegedly a result of the city's high crime rates. The lawmaker's statement has sparked controversy.

A Chicago alderman, William Hall, is upset about Walgreens closing a store due to theft and safety concerns, and suggests the company should be charged with 'first-degree corporate abandonment'. The store is set to close on June 4. The community is concerned about access to healthcare and prescriptions.

A Chicago alderman, William Hall, is outraged by Walgreens' decision to close a store in the Chatham neighborhood due to safety concerns and theft. The store is set to close on June 4, and Hall argues that the closure will create a 'medicine drought' for seniors and residents with chronic health conditions. Walgreens cited theft and violent incidents as the primary factors behind its decision.