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Cal-Maine Foods, Hickman's Family Farms, and Versova Settle Antitrust Allegations, Deliver Eggs to Food Banks

Cal-Maine Foods, Hickman's Family Farms, and Versova Settle Antitrust Allegations, Deliver Eggs to Food Banks

Cal-Maine Foods, Hickman's Family Farms, and Versova Settle Antitrust Allegations, Deliver Eggs to Food Banks
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North Carolina Attorney General Jackson Secures Settlement Delivering Millions of Eggs to Food Banks After Antitrust Case

North Carolina Attorney General Jackson Secures Settlement Delivering Millions of Eggs to Food Banks After Antitrust Case

North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson, alongside 16 other bipartisan attorneys general and the U.S. Department of Justice, has reached a settlement with three major egg producers: Cal-Maine, Hickman’s Family Farms, and Versova. The settlement addresses allegations that these companies violated the Sherman Antitrust Act by colluding from 2022 to 2025 to share information and coordinate bidding. This alleged coordination manipulated a key industry benchmark, leading to artificially inflated egg prices. As a result of this settlement, approximately 50 million eggs will be distributed to food banks across the United States. In North Carolina specifically, three million eggs are being distributed statewide, with nearly 2.5 million already delivered. The Food Bank of the Albemarle in Elizabeth City recently received nearly 300,000 eggs as part of this initiative. Attorney General Jackson emphasized that the settlement holds these companies accountable and provides much-needed protein to North Carolinians.
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Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Provide Over $5.9 Billion in Federal Aid for 9/11 Pension Costs

Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Provide Over $5.9 Billion in Federal Aid for 9/11 Pension Costs

New legislation has been introduced in both the House and Senate to authorize over $5.9 billion in federal funds to reimburse public employee retirement systems for death and disability benefits stemming from the September 11, 2001, terror attacks. The House version was introduced by Long Island GOP Rep. Andrew Garbarino (R-Bayport), Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security, and the Senate version by New York Democratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand. They are joined by initial co-sponsors including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and eight other New York-based U.S. House members, two of whom are Republicans. The bill aims to ensure that New York and other eligible public pension systems, whose members participated in 9/11 rescue, recovery, or cleanup operations, do not bear the financial burden alone. This initiative comes as the costs associated with the 9/11 attacks continue to rise for New York State and City pension systems, which previously received $290 million from FEMA for initial death ...
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New Target store opening in New York this fall. See where

New Target store opening in New York this fall. See where

Target is opening its 109th New York store this fall. Here's when it opens and what shoppers can expect.
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Governor Hochul Expands Utility Bill Discounts to 2.5 Million More New York Households

Governor Hochul Expands Utility Bill Discounts to 2.5 Million More New York Households

Governor Hochul has initiated a statewide enrollment drive to enable an additional 2.5 million New York households to receive monthly discounts on their utility bills through the State’s Energy Affordability Program (EAP). This expansion significantly broadens eligibility for the program, which already serves 1 million households. Depending on household income, the EAP can help New Yorkers save hundreds of dollars annually, aiming to keep typical utility bills below six percent of household income. The Governor's Ratepayer Protection Plan also includes the establishment of a RATES Commission to investigate the root causes of surging utility bills, evaluate utility profits, and review energy market designs, ensuring energy affordability for residents.
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New York launches measles dashboard as cases rise. Here's how to track them

New York launches measles dashboard as cases rise. Here's how to track them

New York is tracking measles cases with a new public dashboard. See how many cases have been reported and where.
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NY expands energy discounts to 2.5M more customers. See who's eligible

NY expands energy discounts to 2.5M more customers. See who's eligible

The state is adjusting income level cutoffs to make more New York families eligible for discounts on their utility bills.
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Farmer's Almanac winter forecast 2026-27: What New York can expect

Farmer's Almanac winter forecast 2026-27: What New York can expect

How much snow will New York get? Here's what the long-range forecast says about the months ahead.
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NY agency cuts power bills for data centers but won't say by how much

NY agency cuts power bills for data centers but won't say by how much

The New York Power Authority says it can't disclose how much several data centers are saving on their electricity bills through its ReCharge program.
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Severe Flooding Hits New Jersey and New York

Severe Flooding Hits New Jersey and New York

Dangerous flooding has impacted New Jersey and New York, causing significant disruptions and raising safety concerns. According to NBC New York, the flooding has led to hazardous conditions in multiple areas, with water levels rising rapidly and affecting transportation, homes, and businesses. Emergency services are actively responding to the situation, and residents are being urged to stay indoors and avoid flooded areas. The flooding follows a period of heavy rainfall, which overwhelmed drainage systems and caused widespread waterlogging.
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Catholic Charities Highlights Affordability Crisis Driving Food Insecurity in New York During Hunger Action Month

Catholic Charities Highlights Affordability Crisis Driving Food Insecurity in New York During Hunger Action Month

Catholic Charities of New York is drawing attention to the escalating affordability crisis in New York, which is making it increasingly difficult for families to afford food. During Hunger Action Month in September, the organization emphasizes that rising costs for rent, groceries, utilities, and transportation are forcing many New Yorkers to make difficult choices between essential needs. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, consumer prices have risen 4.2% over the past year, while inflation-adjusted hourly earnings have fallen by 0.7%. Catholic Charities provides over 10 million meals annually through its network of food pantries, soup kitchens, mobile pantries, and meal delivery services. They also assist eligible New Yorkers in navigating public benefits like SNAP and connect them with case management and housing support.
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How much snow will NY get this winter? Here's what to expect

How much snow will NY get this winter? Here's what to expect

Here's what the Farmers' Almanac, Old Farmer's Almanac and National Weather Service predict for snow and temperatures across New York.