Oregon judge blocks merger of Kroger and Albertsons By Conrad Wilson (OPB)Dec. 11, 2024 12:51 a.m. Updated: Dec. 11, 2024 4:27 p.m.The $24.6 billion deal floundered on Tuesday after judges in Oregon and Washington state halted the merger in separate cases.📨 Daily news in your inboxSign up today for OPB’s “First Look” – your daily guide to the most important news and culture stories from around the Northwest.EmailPlease leave this field blankSign up