American supermarket chain anchored in the Pittsburgh area
Zoox has gained federal approval to charge riders in its autonomous, steering-wheel-free robotaxis, while state and local permits still apply. The rollout will start in Las Vegas and expand to other cities as regulators clear the way. The system operates with four inward-facing seats and is designed to run up to 75 mph, with strict oversight.
Kroger has been consolidating its store footprint, closing around 60 underperforming locations over 18 months as part of a broader restructuring. The company is accelerating moves after acquiring Giant Eagle, with some stores shifting to Kroger Marketplace formats and others staying market-adjusted.