New York Post

Discount home goods retailer Big Lots revealed it is planning to shutter more stores this year and may be facing permanent closure – the latest major chain to face financial ruin as inflation-battered shoppers pull back on spending.

The Ohio-based company – which has around 1,400 stores nationwide – disclosed dismal fiscal reports in a June SEC filing and said it plans to close between 35 to 40 stores this year, following the 52 stores closed in 2023.

The Big Lots report said “elevated inflation” has put a damper on customers’ “buying power” – resulting in big losses for the company and...

Discount retailer Big Lots to shutter stores, may go bankrupt amid ‘elevated inflation’

The Independent

 Americans are gathering today to celebrate Independence Day, with customary July 4 barbecues, picnics, town parades and fireworks displays.While most major restaurants, grocery and retail stores will remain open, banks and post offices will shut their doors.Here’s what you need to know about what’s open and closed this July 4:Grocery storesWalmart and Target will remain open, however, it’s best to check the opening times of your local store as hours may vary by each location for the holiday.Other grocery stores such as Publix, Whole Foods, and Winn-Dixie are expected to also remain open on Independence Day, yet some hours...

July 4: What stores are open and closed on Independence Day?

Miami, FL

The Boot

If you are over 20 years old or so, it's safe to say that you have been inside a Kmart, or have at least heard of the once mega-giant retailer. Kmart is mostly a thing of the past, but if you thought every Kmart was gone, think again. There Are...

Attention Kmart Shoppers: There Are Still 2 Kmart Stores Left in America

Massachusetts State

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Kianna Writes

It’s a bit of a shocker for the retail world, but Bob’s Stores is closing its doors for good. Known for its hearty selection of workwear, team gear, and casual clothes for the whole family, this New England staple couldn't make it through its latest financial storm.

Unexpected Apparel Company Closing All Stores

The Mirror US

Meghan Markle quietly removed a name from her son Archie's birth certificate in an unprecedented move which shows the depths of the rift between the Sussexes and the royals

Meghan Markle changes name on Prince Archie's birth certificate as royal rift deepens

Last Two Kmart Stores: As of May 2024, only two Kmart stores remain open in the U.S., located in Miami, Florida, and Long Island, New York. Nostalgic Memories: Kmart once offered a variety of goods and memorable experiences, from toys to blue light specials, evoking nostalgia for many shoppers. Legacy...

The Last Two Kmart Stores in America and Their Nostalgic Legacy

New Jersey State

Phil Norman

It’s a sad day for retail lovers, especially those who’ve grown up shopping at Bob's Stores. The regional chain, a fixture in the Northeast for nearly seven decades, is shutting down all its locations. This news follows a June 18 Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing—a move that marks the end of an era for a brand deeply rooted in communities across New England, New York, and New Jersey.

Retailer Closes All Stores After Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

The US Sun

RETAIL stores nationwide are struggling, coping with the rise of online shopping, declining foot traffic at brick-and-mortar locations, and inflation-weary, cash-strapped consumers. The latest retail giant to face store closures is JCPenney, as the once-booming department store chain, facing declining sales and struggling to entice new customers, has continued to shutter locations nationwide. Why are […]

Why are JCPenney stores closing?

Florida State

Florida Faces a Wave of Retail Chain Closures: What's Happening?. Florida is grappling with a massive wave of retail chain closures, signaling distress in the industry. According to a recent report from CoreSight, store closures have surged by 24% over last year. Let's break down what’s going on and why this is happening.

Florida is now facing massive retail chain closures

Texas State

ESPN Lafayette

Welp Texas, it looks like it might be time once again to say good bye to another iconic brand that spreads vastly across the Lone Star State. Sadly, this is becoming much more than an occasional occurrence because it was just earlier today I was sharing details about another massive brand that has more stores in Texas than any other state teetering on the cliff of bankruptcy.

300 Locations Now Closing By Retailer With 1,400 Texas Stores

Connecticut State

Bob’s Stores, a discount store located in northeast America, is shutting down after nearly seven decades years in business.

Bob’s Stores is closing all of its stores after 70 years in business

New York State

Q 105.7

A popular retailer is closing all of its stores in New York State. The retailer had previously been struggling with finances and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on June 18, 2024. Credit: NBC Connecticut via Youtube. Bobs Stores To Close Its Locations In New York State. Bob's Stores had...

Popular Retailer Closing Its Stores In New York

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Alaska State

Energy costs are yet another thing eating a portion of consumer wallets, especially for those living in regions experiencing scorching summer temperatures. Wyoming, by quite a margin, had the biggest energy bill overall. Total energy costs for consumers in the state sat at $1,591, according to WalletHub's analysis. The state ranked the highest in two categories: monthly motor fuel costs and monthly home heating oil costs. Those costs sat at $278 and $1,087, respectively.

Energy costs: These are the states paying the most, least

Georgia State

Coffee County, GA

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

Statistics show that the 4th of July is one of the deadliest holidays of the year on the roads, with poor choices being a big part of the problem.

Poor decisions lead to deadly consequences during holiday travel

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J. Souza

A fight between passengers marred the final night of a Carnival Cruise Line sailing on June 6th. The incident, which unfolded in the Lido Deck dining room onboard the Carnival Paradise, involved a group of women and resulted in thrown chairs and plates.

Cruise Ship Fight Near Buffet Captured on Camera, Passengers Banned for Life

FinanceBuzz

Just when you finally got used to soaring prices, relief might be on the way. Here are nine major retailers dropping their prices right now.

9 Major Stores Dropping Their Prices Right Now

Food Truck Friday presents Dude'z Woodfired Pizza.

Food Truck Friday: Dude'z Woodfired Pizza

New York City, NY

The e-Texan

New York – As Trump anticipates his sentencing on July 11th in the New York hush money case, Florida Judge Aileen Cannon made a ruling this Monday. Despite rejecting Trump’s legal team's request to dismiss several charges in the classified documents case, she conceded on a minor point. She removed a portion of the charges that referenced an uncharged allegation, but upheld the other charges.

Major retailers closing doors amid inflation

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