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Earliest in view: Jul 2 · 19:12 UTCMost recent: Jul 8 · 03:33 UTC
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  • TECHNOLOGYJul 8 · 03:33 UTCKMGH DENVER7
    Castle Rock hits pause on drone delivery services as Walmart eyes local launch

    Castle Rock officials have paused drone delivery applications to study the technology's implications, as Walmart explores launching a local service. Residents express mixed reactions, with concerns about privacy, safety, and sustainability, while others welcome the convenience. The town joins neighboring Parker in temporarily halting drone delivery approvals.

  • WORLDJul 7 · 20:17 UTCWAFB BATON ROUGE
    93-year-old man could earn Guinness World Record title for oldest truck driver

    Orrin Asmus, a 93-year-old Iowa man with over 70 years of experience driving semitrucks, is being considered for a Guinness World Record as the oldest living truck driver. McLaughlin Freight submitted his documentation for review, and if approved, Asmus would surpass the current 92-year-old record holder from Kansas. He has driven over 5 million miles and worked for companies including Walmart.

  • WORLDJul 7 · 20:17 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    93-year-old man could earn Guinness World Record title for oldest truck driver

    Orrin Asmus, a 93-year-old truck driver with over 70 years of experience, is being considered for a Guinness World Record title as the oldest living semi-truck driver. McLaughlin Freight has submitted his documentation, and he could surpass the current 92-year-old record holder from Kansas after his birthday in August.

  • WORLDJul 7 · 20:17 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    93-year-old man could earn Guinness World Record title for oldest truck driver

    Orrin Asmus, a 93-year-old truck driver with over 70 years of experience, is being nominated for the Guinness World Record title of oldest living semi truck driver by McLaughlin Freight. He has driven over 5 million miles, worked for Walmart, and currently serves on the Middletown City Council. The current record holder is a 92-year-old from Kansas.

  • BUSINESSJul 7 · 15:51 UTCWSOC ABC CHARLOTTE
    Walmart helps make summer cheaper, lowers prices on some items

    Walmart and Sam’s Club are lowering prices on over 250 items across groceries, household essentials, outdoor living, toys, apparel, and seasonal items to help offset rising summer costs. Examples include reduced prices for ground beef, sweet corn, and beverage 24-packs. Target also announced price cuts on 5,000 items during the summer.

  • BUSINESSJul 7 · 14:31 UTCBATON ROUGE BUSINESS REPORT
    Roundup: Walmart pricing / Recovery from Arthur / Turner Industries

    Walmart is reducing prices on thousands of items as part of its value-focused strategy amid grocery inflation concerns, with President Donald Trump praising the move. The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering disaster loans to southeast Louisiana residents affected by Tropical Storm Arthur. Turner Industries was named 2026 Texas & Louisiana Contractor of the Year for its growth and expansion into advanced energy, life sciences, and nuclear manufacturing.

  • BUSINESSJul 7 · 13:25 UTCWAFB BATON ROUGE
    Walmart lowers price of ground beef, other grilling essentials. Trump takes credit for the move

    Walmart and Sam’s Club are lowering prices on ground beef and other grilling essentials, including fresh cherries and corn. President Donald Trump claimed credit for the price reductions, though Walmart’s press release did not mention his statements.

  • BUSINESSJul 7 · 13:25 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    Walmart lowers price of ground beef, other grilling essentials. Trump takes credit for the move

    Walmart and Sam’s Club are lowering prices on ground beef and other grilling essentials this summer. President Donald Trump claimed credit for the price reductions on social media, but Walmart did not reference his statements in its press release. The price cuts include a 12% drop for ground beef, a 50% reduction for cherries, and a 63% drop for corn, among other items.

  • BUSINESSJul 7 · 13:25 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Walmart lowers price of ground beef, other grilling essentials. Trump takes credit for the move

    Walmart and Sam’s Club are lowering prices on ground beef, fresh cherries, corn, and other grilling essentials this summer. President Donald Trump claimed credit for the price reductions, stating they were implemented at his administration’s request, though Walmart did not reference his statements in its announcement.

  • POLITICSJul 6 · 23:27 UTCMARKETWATCH
    Trump calls Walmart ‘patriotic’ for cutting beef prices — in a stark change of tune

    Trump praised Walmart as 'patriotic' for reducing beef prices, marking a shift from his previous criticism of the company's response to tariffs.

  • POLITICSJul 6 · 23:18 UTCKXRM FOX21 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Trump says Walmart will lower some prices at his request: See which ones

    President Donald Trump stated that Walmart will lower prices on various products as requested by his administration.

  • POLITICSJul 6 · 22:53 UTCAP NEWS
    Trump says Walmart cut prices at his request, but Walmart statement omits administration’s role

    President Donald Trump claimed Walmart reduced prices at his administration’s request, but Walmart’s statement did not acknowledge government involvement. Trump attributed inflation to Democrats and tariffs, while Walmart cited seasonal factors for price cuts on items like ground beef and groceries.

  • POLITICSJul 6 · 22:49 UTCSEATTLE TIMES
    Trump says Walmart cut prices at his request, but Walmart statement omits administration’s role

    President Donald Trump claims Walmart reduced prices at his request, but Walmart's statement does not reference the administration's role. The retailer's announcement omits any connection to Trump's involvement.

  • POLITICSJul 6 · 22:48 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Trump says Walmart cut prices at his request, but Walmart statement omits administration's role

    President Donald Trump claimed Walmart cut prices at his request, but the retailer's statement did not mention the administration. The price cuts include ground beef and other products, as Walmart benefits from inflation under Trump's tenure.

  • POLITICSJul 6 · 22:48 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    Trump says Walmart cut prices at his request, but Walmart statement omits administration's role

    President Donald Trump claimed Walmart cut prices at his administration's request, but the retailer's statement did not acknowledge the administration's involvement. Walmart announced price reductions for items like ground beef and other products, while Trump attributed inflation to Democrats and his tariffs, despite Walmart benefiting from consumer shifts during his term.

  • POLITICSJul 6 · 22:40 UTCNYT US
    Trump Tries to Take Credit for Walmart Price Cuts of Beef and Other Products

    Trump attempts to take credit for Walmart's price reductions on beef and other products. A Walmart store in Chicago is mentioned in the article.

  • POLITICSJul 6 · 22:01 UTCWASHINGTON TIMES
    Trump heralds Walmart price drops as inflation, cost of living concerns remain high

    President Trump announced that Walmart will lower prices on products including beef following his administration's request. The price drops aim to address ongoing inflation and cost of living concerns.

  • BUSINESSJul 6 · 21:39 UTCBUSINESS INSIDER
    Trump says Walmart will lower prices after White House request

    President Donald Trump claimed Walmart agreed to lower prices on various products following a White House request linked to the U.S.'s 250th anniversary. Walmart confirmed price reductions for items like ground beef, sweet corn, and beverages, though its statement did not reference Trump or the administration.

  • BUSINESSJul 6 · 16:49 UTCWGN9 CHICAGO
    Vacuums sold by Amazon, Walmart, others recalled over fire risk: CPSC

    Vacuums sold by Amazon, Walmart, and other retailers are being recalled due to a fire risk linked to lithium-ion batteries. The CPSC reported that Rowenta, the manufacturer, has received over 65 global reports of batteries overheating or failing to charge.

  • BUSINESSJul 6 · 14:41 UTCBATON ROUGE BUSINESS REPORT
    Roundup: Broadcom-Apple deal / Back-to-school shopping / Ebola

    Broadcom extended its chip supply agreement with Apple through 2031, maintaining Apple as a major customer. American families are starting back-to-school shopping earlier due to rising costs, with retailers offering extended promotions. An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda is spreading, prompting increased international support.

  • POLITICSJul 6 · 14:10 UTCWTOP DC
    Nonprofits and brands are navigating the partisan air of the 250th in search of a unifying tone

    Nonprofits and brands are promoting community service and patriotic initiatives for the U.S. 250th anniversary, but face challenges due to political divisions. Competing events organized by America250 and Trump-aligned Freedom 250 reflect a polarized national mood, with mixed public reception and concerns over political agendas.

  • HEALTHJul 6 · 11:08 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Want added protein? Be prepared to pay extra for that boost

    Added protein products are prevalent in grocery stores but often come with higher prices and unhealthy additives, according to dietitian Kayla Pasquale. High-protein items can cost up to 12% more, with examples like protein waffles and cereals priced significantly higher than their regular counterparts. Pasquale recommends affordable whole-food sources like chicken, Greek yogurt, and lentils instead.

  • WORLDJul 6 · 09:00 UTCTHE CIPHER BRIEF
    How to Get the Venezuela Response Right

    Venezuela's recent earthquakes killed over 1,400 people, prompting a U.S. response including USAR teams, $300 million in aid, and military support. The article critiques past U.S. disaster responses, such as the 2010 Haiti earthquake, highlighting issues with in-kind donations and prolonged military involvement, advocating instead for cash aid to support local markets.

  • POLITICSJul 6 · 04:53 UTCAP NEWS
    Nonprofits and brands are navigating the partisan air of the 250th in search of a unifying tone

    Nonprofits and brands are promoting community service and patriotic events for the U.S. 250th anniversary, but face challenges due to a divided national mood and partisan tensions. Two rival commissions, America250 and Trump-aligned Freedom 250, are organizing conflicting celebrations, while declining patriotic sentiment and political divisions complicate efforts to unify Americans.

  • POLITICSJul 6 · 04:32 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Nonprofits and brands are navigating the partisan air of the 250th in search of a unifying tone

    Nonprofits and brands are promoting community service and patriotic initiatives for the U.S. 250th anniversary, but efforts face challenges due to political divisions. Two rival commissions, America250 and Freedom 250, are organizing conflicting events, with the latter led by President Trump's allies. Public engagement in volunteer programs like America Gives has been hindered by perceptions of political alignment.

  • POLITICSJul 6 · 04:32 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    Nonprofits and brands are navigating the partisan air of the 250th in search of a unifying tone

    Nonprofits and brands are promoting community service and patriotic initiatives for the U.S. 250th anniversary, but face challenges due to political divisions and declining national unity. Competing events like America250 and Freedom 250, the latter led by Trump allies, highlight partisan tensions, while organizations like the Salvation Army report mixed public engagement due to perceived political agendas.

  • SECURITYJul 5 · 14:46 UTCR/SCAMS
    Someone used my email to create a Walmart account; I cannot access

    Someone used the user's email to create a Walmart account and place an order without their knowledge. The user cannot access the account due to a linked phone number they do not have and has contacted Walmart's abuse email to request account deletion.

  • TECHNOLOGYJul 5 · 13:00 UTCTHE VERGE
    Vizio accidentally made the best dumb TV on the market

    Vizio's 65-inch Mini LED Quantum TV, priced under $398, is a budget quantum-dot TV with high brightness and accurate color. Despite its smart OS, the TV excels as a 'dumb TV' due to its performance and affordability. Vizio, acquired by Walmart in 2024, has remained largely quiet since the acquisition.

  • CRIMEJul 4 · 14:47 UTCFOX 32 CHICAGO
    Joliet man lit toy box on fire at Walmart, ate chicken without paying, police say

    A man was accused of allegedly setting a fire at a Joliet Walmart and eating food without paying for it last month. Police reported the incidents occurred during a single visit to the store.

  • CRIMEJul 4 · 01:40 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Walmart handicap parking violation leads to TN man’s arrest for weed and warrants

    A 27-year-old man was arrested after being stopped for a handicap parking violation and running a stop sign at Walmart. Officers found a stolen firearm from Memphis, marijuana, and two outstanding warrants, leading to charges of felony theft, unlawful firearm possession, and simple possession of a schedule VI substance.

  • SECURITYJul 3 · 21:42 UTCWSVN MIAMI
    Authorities find no danger after shooting threat forced evacuation at Walmart in Miami Gardens

    A shooting threat led to the evacuation of a Walmart in Miami Gardens near Hard Rock Stadium. Authorities confirmed there was no threat after an investigation, allowing employees and shoppers to return to the store.

  • SECURITYJul 3 · 21:12 UTCR/SCAMS
    [US] Received boxes of pokemon cards from Walmart that I didn't order. What's the angle here?

    A user received an unexpected USPS package from Walmart containing unopened boxes of Pokemon First Partner Illustration Collection - Series 1. The package, labeled as paid for by a third party, was addressed to the user with a misspelled name and address. The user has no Walmart account, no suspicious credit card charges, and is unsure if it is a brushing scam or a scalper error.

  • CRIMEJul 3 · 19:16 UTCWAFB BATON ROUGE
    Veteran shot, killed after argument with woman over Walmart parking space, authorities say

    A 62-year-old man was shot and killed by a woman after an argument over a parking space at a Florida Walmart. The woman claimed self-defense and remained at the scene, while the victim, a veteran and former emergency room trauma nurse, died at the hospital. No charges have been filed.

  • CRIMEJul 3 · 19:16 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    Veteran shot, killed after argument with woman over Walmart parking space, authorities say

    A 62-year-old man was shot and killed by a woman after an argument over a Walmart parking space in Florida. The woman claimed self-defense and was not arrested. The victim was a veteran and former emergency room trauma nurse.

  • CRIMEJul 3 · 19:16 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Veteran shot, killed after argument with woman over Walmart parking space, authorities say

    A 61-year-old man was shot and killed by a woman after an argument over a Walmart parking space in Florida. The woman claimed self-defense and was not arrested. The victim was a veteran and former emergency room trauma nurse.

  • BUSINESSJul 3 · 18:25 UTCNY POST
    Our favorite things to shop at Walmart right now

    The article highlights preferred items available at Walmart, focusing on practical solutions for daily needs. It emphasizes Walmart as a go-to destination for smart, everyday shopping choices.

  • BUSINESSJul 3 · 12:00 UTCCALMATTERS
    Gas prices are high for July 4. California’s price-gouging fixes are still on the shelf

    Gas prices in California remain above the national average, with Chevron stations charging significantly more than unbranded stations. A state investigation highlights a price gap between branded and unbranded retailers, while a federal lawsuit accuses Kalibrate and major retailers of using algorithms to maintain high prices. The debate over market practices continues as the state reviews its gas-price oversight laws.

  • CRIMEJul 3 · 11:13 UTCNY POST
    Army vet killed over parking spot dispute, Gov. Walz slammed for pardon of sex criminal

    A decorated Army veteran was killed in a Walmart parking space dispute captured on video. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz faces criticism for a pardon granted to an illegal immigrant convicted of sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl.

  • CRIMEJul 2 · 22:15 UTCR/SCAMS
    [US] Western Union Money Order sent to my house, what do i do?

    A user received a USPS Priority Mail letter containing two $600 Western Union Money Orders from Walmart, addressed to 'Silver Linings Holdings' at their locked mailbox. The letter and checks are handwritten, including the return address, and the user suspects a scam, questioning whether to involve the police.

  • CRIMEJul 2 · 19:12 UTCNY POST
    Florida woman fatally guns down Army veteran during petty dispute over Walmart parking spot

    An Army veteran was fatally shot in a Florida Walmart parking lot during a dispute over a parking spot. The incident occurred in North Lauderdale and was captured on cellphone video, showing the victim exchanging angry words with an unidentified woman before the shooting.