As Sears and other retailers shutter, these retailers are leasing up Southern California vacancies – Press Enterprise
Sears, once one of the most successful department stores in America, is down to just eight U.S. locations — soon to be seven — when its Whittier store closes later…
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Americans turn cautious, retail sales slide after a spring spending surge
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER and ANNE D’INNOCENZIO, Associated Press Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Retail sales fell sharply in May as consumers pulled back after a sharp increase in spending in…
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Shoppers are wary of digital shelf labels, but a study found they don’t lead to price surges
By DEE-ANN DURBIN Digital price labels, which are rapidly replacing paper shelf tags at U.S. supermarkets, haven’t led to demand-based pricing surges, according to a new study that examined five…
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UP.Labs-Porsche’s newest startup wants to be the Plaid of automotive retail
As serial entrepreneur Joel Milne founded, scaled, and then successfully sold mobile auto repair service startup RepairSmith to AutoNation, he was plagued by a persistent problem. The automotive retail industry…
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Trader Joe’s coming to Yucaipa; Europa wins Winery of the Year – Press Enterprise
Yucaipa is getting a Trader Joe’s, part of a relatively new retail center at 31545 Yucaipa Blvd. The Monrovia-based Trader Joe’s has the new store location listed as “coming soon”…
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Asian supermarket customers brace as Trump tariffs take effect
By TERRY TANG and KARENA PHAN, Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Loyal customers of Asian supermarkets and other grocery stores that specialize in selling imported food heaved a collective…
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What Do Employers Need To Know About New York’s Retail Worker Safety Act?
What Do Employers Need To Know About New York’s Retail Worker Safety Act? New York’s Retail Worker Safety Act, which goes into effect on June 2, 2025, is one of…
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Trump tariff tumult has ripples for sporting goods like hockey gear
By DAVE CAMPBELL, AP Sports Writer MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Calls from the U.S. to Roustan Hockey headquarters in Canada in recent weeks have been anything but routine, as bulk orders…
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How the Musk-Tesla backlash is opening doors for EV startups like Rivian – Press Enterprise
Dan Kurland strolled out of the Rivian entertainment center in Laguna Beach, wearing a baseball cap with “Canada is not for sale” just above the bill. The Aliso Viejo resident…
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More than 100 Billabong, Quiksilver, Volcom retail shops closing in US, several in Orange County – Orange County Register
Surf industry heavy-weight brands Quiksilver, Billabong and Volcom suffered another major blow this week after Liberated Brands filed bankruptcy. It is shutting more than 100 retail store locations across the…
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Amazon union workers warn ‘stay tuned’
In This Story After several days of protests, thousands of Amazon (AMZN) delivery drivers have ended their strike, but tensions remain high. How AI is redefining careers, according to Deloitte…
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Holiday crackdown nets over 100 retail theft suspects in California
A statewide crackdown on retail crimes resulted in the arrest of at least 117 people in connection with the theft of nearly $40,000 in merchandise, according to authorities. The California…
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Starbucks, Supermarkets Targeted in Ransomware Attack
Starbucks and several major U.K. supermarkets experienced disruption due to a ransomware attack on the prominent supply chain software provider Blue Yonder. The company disclosed the incident on Thursday, Nov….
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5 Best Cash Registers for Small Businesses in 2024
Ringing up sales is an essential part of daily retail operations. Small businesses will be better off using cash registers with a built-in card reader to support multiple payment types…
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Holiday Shopping Surge: Bracing for the Increased Retail Workplace Violence Risks
Quick Hits Retail employers face increased risks of workplace violence during the holiday season due to larger crowds, heightened stress, and potential understaffing, among other factors. Retail employers may want…
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Trash gets ‘a second life’ at Beaumont-area dump’s retail store – Press Enterprise
Shoppers find bargains on everything from bikes to barbecue grills at the Lamb Canyon Landfill. Subscribe to continue reading this article. Already subscribed? To login in, click here. Originally Published:…
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California prop results: How voters decided retail theft, minimum wage
California voters on Tuesday overwhelmingly approved a ballot measure to reverse course on progressive criminal justice reform, cracking down on theft crimes and the use of the deadly drug fentanyl….
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Gavin Newsom reflects on year of arrests made for retail theft, car burglaries a week ahead of election
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday touted the results of a yearlong crackdown on retail theft across the state, an announcement that aligns with his strong opposition to an anticrime measure…
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Why my new iPhone 16 cost me way more than its retail price
Lance Whitney/ZDNET The new iPhone 16 can be pricey. The base model starts at $799, while the Pro Max rings in at $1,199. Add in such options as more storage…
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What Responsibilities Do Employers Have Under New York State’s Retail Worker Safety Act?
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed the Retail Worker Safety Act (S. 8358B/A. 8947C) into law on Sept. 4, 2024. The Act will require covered retail employers to: Adopt a…
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