As intensely local businesses, convenience stores provide a safe place where runaways and at-risk youth can come in off the street and wait for a Safe Place volunteer to connect them with help.

Upon enrollment of DD Perks, members receive a free beverage and 125 points; chain also unveiled a new version of its mobile app for payment and gifting.

IRI survey finds that 67% of consumers feel their financial health is improving and are willing to spend.

Draft rule is expected to return to the EPA for publishing after a 90-day assessment period.