Analysis Summary:

The article's claim about varied grocery price increases across cities is likely accurate, based on the Consumer Price Index data and the relationship between city size and food prices. However, the article relies heavily on a single study from SmartAsset, which introduces potential bias. The provided sources do not directly verify the SmartAsset study's specific findings, but generally support the idea of price variations.

Detailed Analysis:

• Claim:** Grocery prices continue to rise.
  • Verification Source #4: Supports this claim. The Consumer Price Index for March 2025 indicates a 0.4% increase in food prices.
• Claim:** Increases vary from city to city.
  • Verification Source #5: Supports the general idea that food prices and availability vary depending on city size.
• Fail to cover:* The provided sources do not directly verify the specific increases in specific cities as claimed by the SmartAsset study mentioned in the article.
• Claim:** A new study from SmartAsset reveals varied increases in grocery prices depending on where you live.
• Fail to cover:* The provided sources do not verify the specific findings of the SmartAsset study. This relies on the credibility of the CBS Money article's reporting of the SmartAsset study.

Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:

• Verification Source #4: "The index for food increased 0.4 percent in March, after rising..." This supports the claim that grocery prices are rising.
• Verification Source #5: "The relationship between city size and food prices and availability..." This supports the claim that food prices vary based on location.
• The absence of direct verification for the SmartAsset study's specific findings is a limitation. The article's reliance on a single study introduces potential bias, as the study's methodology and data sources are not provided for independent verification.