Groceries Coverage

WRAL Investigates: 'Greedflation' and other drivers behind inflation at the grocery store

Compared to pre-pandemic prices, ground beef is up 35%, chips are up 45%, bread is up 57% and a 12-ounce can of soda is up 66%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which tracks trends on common grocery store items.

Randall Kerr, WRAL Investigates producer

WRAL Investigates why you're paying more at the store while profits for executives soar

Grocery store prices are up and so are company profits. WRAL Investigates why you're paying more while executives make more than ever.

Consumer Reports investigation finds heavy metals, high sodium in Lunchables

The report found high levels of lead and other metals in snacks. WRAL's 5 On Your Side learned Robeson County Schools was one of the first districts to offer Lunchables for school lunches.

Why food prices feel high even as costs go down

Food price inflation reached a high of just over 11% in 2022. While food inflation over the last few months has been slowing to pre-pandemic levels, data from Purdue University finds many Americans aren't feeling relief.

Grocery spending soars as prices continue to climb

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Americans are paying nearly 14% for food costs. WRAL's Aaron Thomas spoke to an economist to learn how residents can save.

'Things have gone up so much': Shoppers, diners combat climbing food costs in NC

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Americans are paying more than 2.6% more across the board than in 2023. A report from the same agency says there was a more than 10% jump in food costs between 2022 and 2023.

Aaron Thomas, WRAL reporter

Will Food Prices Stop Rising Quickly? Many Companies Say Yes.

Few prices are as visible to Americans as the ones they encounter at the grocery store or drive-thru window, which is why two years of rapid food inflation have been a major drag for U.S. households and the Biden administration.

Jeanna Smialek and Jason Karaian, New York Times

Buying off-label brands at the grocery stores

A growing number of Americans are ditching name brands for store brands just to make every penny count.

Popular brands tied to prison labor

While you probably know which stories your groceries come from, you may be unaware that some of those items could be linked back to prison labor.

After big surge, price of eggs falling fast compared to other groceries

While costs remain high overall, the decreases mean dollars can stretch a bit further at the grocery store.

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Grocery inflation is slowing, but costs of Romaine, coffee, potatoes are climbing the fastest

Stacker used monthly data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to find the grocery items that experienced the largest price increases over the last month in the South.

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5 On Your Side grocery labels

Saving on groceries is a must and 5 On Your Side wants to make sure you're getting what you pay for, especially when it comes to higher priced items that make claims like "natural" - "very low sodium" or "sugar-free."

Make your groceries last longer, and stay fresher

Having to throw food away is like throwing money into the garbage, which is painful with today's high food prices. Fortunately, Five on Your Side and Consumer Reports have some tips to keep food out of the trash and money in your wallet

Save money and make your groceries last longer and stay fresher

Having to throw away uneaten food from the fridge is like throwing money right in the garbage--something that's even more painful with today's high food prices. Consumer Reports offers some easy tips to keep your food out of the trash and your money in your wallet.

Keely Arthur, WRAL consumer reporter

Five On Your Side: Ways to save without skimping on your health

Consumers have seen consistently high increases in grocery prices; they are up eight points, four percent from last year. Five On Your Side gives a few tips to save money without skimping your health.

Harris Teeter limits egg purchases online during avian flu shortage

As prices for eggs soar due to a shortage related to the avian flu, Harris Teeter is limiting the number of cartons customers can purchase.

Price of food presenting challenges for families in NC and elsewhere

About one out of every three households in the state has reported their kids haven't had enough to eat and it's due to the price of food. This is according to the most recent Household Pulse Survey.

Lidl kicking off price-cutting campaign on September 28

Lidl is introducing rotating price cuts on more than 100 items in all of its 170+ U.S. stores.

Food prices are still soaring -- here's what's getting more expensive

Inflation may be slowing, but food prices are still through the roof.

By Danielle Wiener-Bronner, CNN Business

Consumer Price Index shows dip in inflation, but some goods still cost more

Wednesday's Consumer Price Index report shows a slight downturn in inflation as gas prices start to dip. But that doesn't tell the whole story.

Taste test: How do store brands compare to name brands?

NBC's Savannah Sellers checks store brand foods against name brand foods in a taste test.

5 easy ways to save money at the grocery store

It's easy to overspend at the grocery store, especially as inflation continues to rise.

Plan ahead, spend less on groceries

Meal planning and buying in bulk are just two simple ways to save as grocery prices climb.

10 basic ways to cut your grocery bill

A little planning and careful shopping go a long way towards savings.

Keely Arthur, WRAL consumer reporter

A look at what's behind the inflated costs of household goods

From beef to paper towels, everyday household goods simply cost more. Economists differ on when prices will get better.