Convenience Store News Names Winners of 2023 Best New Products AwardsSnack items dominate this year’s collection of 33 honorees. N.Y. Cigarette Tax to Become Highest in NationThe $1 increase pushes the state's excise tax higher than that of Washington, D.C. Juul Labs Announces Layoffs as Part of Restructuring The company aims to reduce its operating costs in the wake of multiple high-dollar settlements with both the federal and state governments. Altria Files Complaint Against Juul Labs With International Trade Commission The company alleges that certain JUUL products infringe certain patents owned by its subsidiary NJOY. NATO Names Tobacco Veteran as Next Executive Director David Spross comes to the association from Reynolds American Inc. FDA Warns Texas Company Over Illegal Sale of Nontobacco Nicotine Products Amarillo Snuff Co. has two weeks to respond to the agency's letter. BIC Special Edition Geometric Lighters The refreshed Maxi Lighters are notable for their bright colors and geometric designs. Judge Tosses FDA's Rule Over Premium Cigars The Aug. 9 decision brings an end to a seven-year legal battle. Tackling Tobacco: July 2023 Legislative & Regulatory Roundup A city in California updates its tobacco retailer ordinance, while Ohio and Wisconsin experience tobacco bills with last-minute favorable outcomes. Backbar Shifts Reflect Continued Pressures on the Tobacco Consumer Convenience retailers remain cautious as several factors weigh on the category. First Previous 9 10 11 12 13 Next Last