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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
5 stories on Boise's changing scene: Kohl's, Wells Fargo closures reflect shifts
Stories by Idaho Statesman journalists, with AI summarization Boise is experiencing a wave of store shutdowns that signal changing consumer habits and economic pressures. Kohl's closed its Boise Towne Square store as part of a nationwide effort to shutter underperforming stores, following similar closures by retailers like Sears and Forever 21. Wells Fargo is also scaling back, closing multiple local branches and laying off workers as more people shift to digital banking. Rite Aid plans to close additional area stores amid bankruptcy, while some of its remaining locations could be acquired by CVS. These closures, along with the abrupt end of Boise Medical Clinic, reflect some of the challenges facing both national chains and local businesses in the city. The company hopes the closures will ensure it stays in business for years to come. | Published January 10, 2025 | Read Full Story by Angela Palermo Signs at the store say everything is 10-40% off. | Published February 21, 2025 | Read Full Story by Angela Palermo 'As we optimize our branch network, we are focused on evolving our branch presence,' a bank spokesperson says. | Published March 12, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Staats The medical clinic said it offered the latest 'breakthrough' treatment for erectile dysfunction. | Published May 28, 2025 | Read Full Story by Angela Palermo See where the stores are located. | Published May 27, 2025 | Read Full Story by Angela Palermo The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.
Wall Street Journal
20-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Wall Street Journal
Meet My Favorite Shopping Companion Ever: AI
I have given up alcohol, carbohydrates and nail-biting, but there's one habit I can't seem to quit: shopping. I spend a significant portion of my nonworking hours on the hunt for the right-sized toothbrush holder, the ideal ottoman or the perfect pair of red boots. My husband is happy to weigh in on the occasional online find, and I have a few girlfriends who are up for an hour of shopping here or there, but I've never found a shopping buddy who can match my retail stamina.
