Kroger to Close Multiple Fred Meyer Stores in Everett and Kent
Kroger is closing two Fred Meyer stores in Everett and Kent, Washington, citing rising theft and regulatory costs, affecting 360 workers. The closures raise concerns about reduced food access in low-income areas, with the union UFCW 3000 criticizing the move as prioritizing profit over community needs. The company plans to reassign affected employees to other stores, though with longer commutes. This comes amid ongoing tensions from failed merger attempts with Albertsons and recent leadership scandals.
