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Jan 12 2025BUSINESS

Kohl's in Coeur d'Alene Lives On: What's Next for Boise and Beyond?

In the world of retail, change is a constant, but not for everyone. The Kohl's store in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, has been given a new lease on life. It wasn't listed for closure in a recent announcement, while the Boise store, along with others in Oregon and California, will be shutting down by April.

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Jan 11 2025BUSINESS

Macy’s: Saying Goodbye to Some South Florida Stores

Some big news for shoppers in South Florida: a few Macy’s stores and Furniture Galleries are packing up and saying goodbye. Macy’s recently announced their plan to close around 150 stores across the country that aren’t performing well. In South Florida, this means a handful of stores are on the chop

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Jan 11 2025BUSINESS

Walgreens' Turnaround Plan: Hits and Misses

Walgreens recently surprised Wall Street with better-than-expected financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year. Despite a $265 million loss, the drugstore chain is working hard to rebuild its business. They're closing stores, trying to fix prescription reimbursement issues, and battli

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Jan 10 2025BUSINESS

Macy's: Shutting Doors to Open New Opportunities

Macy's, a familiar department store, is making a bold move. They're clicking the "close" button on 66 of their stores, but this isn't a sign of trouble. Instead, it's part of a plan they shared last year. The company is choosing to pour their resources into 350 other stores spread across the country

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Dec 31 2024BUSINESS

Shopping Hours on NYE: Who's Open and Who's Not

Getting ready for a big New Year's Eve bash? You might need to run some errands first. But don't forget, stores are gonna have different hours! Some will be open all day, while others close early. Make sure to check your local store's schedule, 'cause they might be different. Let's start with the s

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Dec 31 2024LIFESTYLE

Shopping and Services on New Year's Eve and Day 2025

Are you wondering what's open and what's closed during the New Year's holidays? Let's break it down! New Year's Eve this year falls on a Tuesday, with New Year's Day following on Wednesday. Many stores and services will be operating, but with some changes to their usual hours. Grocery stores are a

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Dec 30 2024BUSINESS

Big Lots' Big Shift: What's Next for Local Stores?

Big Lots, a well-known retail chain, is shaking things up after filing for bankruptcy last September. They're selling their stores and distribution centers to save jobs and keep their brand alive. The buyers? Gordon Brothers Retail Partners, who'll pass on Big Lots' assets to companies like Variety

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Dec 24 2024BUSINESS

Joliet Gets a New Retail Gem: Burlington Moves into Old Bed, Bath & Beyond Space

It’s been over two years since Bed, Bath & Beyond decided to close its doors in Joliet as part of a large-scale reduction. Now, the city is seeing a silver lining in this change. The once-empty Bed, Bath & Beyond store at 2850 Plainfield Road is currently being revamped. Guess who’s moving in? Burli

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Dec 22 2024CRIME

Shopping Trip Turns into Chaos at Texas Mall

Imagine this: you're out shopping at Killeen Mall in Texas, just like any other day. Suddenly, a pickup truck comes barreling through the glass doors of a JCPenney store. This isn't a movie, it's real life. A high-speed police chase ended right there, leaving five people injured and the driver dead.

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Dec 20 2024CRIME

The Retreat of NYC Drugstores: Crime, Shifting Habits, and Empty Spaces

New York City's drugstore landscape has seen a significant shrinkage over the past decade, with about 40% fewer stores compared to ten years ago. This year alone saw a 10% drop, attributed largely to rising shoplifting and crime rates. Major pharmacy chains like Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid have bee

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