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Inflation eases in December

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Inflation eased in December, according to the latest consumer price index from the federal government.

Consumer prices rose 6.5% last month, compared with a 7.1% increase in November and 40-year high of 9.1% in June.

USA Today reporting cited lower gas prices and a moderating rise in grocery bills.

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