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US lawmakers demand action on overcharging at 7-Eleven, Dollar General and other chains

Democrats urge FTC to tackle ‘systemic failure’ of biggest convenience and dollar stores over pricing practices after Guardian investigations

The Guardian - US · Oct 28

Dollar Store Groceries Linked to Higher Rates of Obesity, Diabetes and Other Health Problems

A UC Riverside-led study found that greater access to dollar stores was associated with higher rates of obesity, diabetes and other health problems, although the research does not establish that dollar-store shopping causes those conditions.

International Business Times UK · Aug 24

'Hardest Hit': Workers Face Harsh Reality as Charlotte Region Suffers Massive Wave of 2026 Layoffs

More than 1,600 workers have lost their jobs across the Charlotte region in 2026 due to major facility closures and corporate restructuring.

International Business Times UK · Aug 4

Utah passes new law to combat overcharges at dollar stores after Guardian investigation

Investigation of Family Dollar and Dollar General prompts lawmakers to double penalties for retailers that repeatedly charge more at checkout than prices listed on shelves

The Guardian - US · Apr 16

Dollar Tree Planted the Seeds for Triple-Digit Gains in Q4

Dollar Tree is a deep-value opportunity in 2026. Near-term headwinds will dissipate, and the value will be unlocked over time. Buybacks sweeten the pot.

MarketBeat · Mar 16

‘I almost got scammed’: Georgia woman checks out at Family Dollar. Then she notices something odd about the card scanner—catching the worker in a lie

A woman says she discovered a card skimmer at Family Dollar—and the response from staff left her shocked.

The Mary Sue · Mar 7

‘Master of disguise’ arrested by FBI and tied to 11 robberies in the Atlanta area

Authorities say the suspect targeted female clerks during late-night robberies

The Independent UK · Jan 14

Dollar General agrees to pay $15m to settle price-gouging claims

Company settles allegations it failed to honor shelf prices in multiple states, and customers anywhere in US may be eligible for repayments

The Guardian - US · Dec 20, 2025

Congress members demand answers on price disparities at dollar-store chains

A letter from 30 lawmakers criticizes recurring overcharges at Dollar General and Family Dollar stores – questioning ‘how seriously’ the companies prioritize ethics and affordability

The Guardian - US · Dec 19, 2025

11 Grocery Store Private-Label Brands You Didn’t Know Carry Coupons

There is a persistent myth that you cannot use coupons on store-brand products. Shoppers assume that because the price is already low, the retailer won’t offer an additional discount. This is false. Many major grocery chains now treat their private labels like premium brands. They want to drive adoption and…

Grocery Coupon Guide · Dec 9, 2025