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The REI store in Portland's Pearl District is permanently closing due to a high number of thefts and break-ins, despite efforts by local authorities to enhance security and convince the company to stay open. The closure comes as the company faces financial uncertainty and recent layoffs. Customers can still pick up orders or equipment until 7 p.m. Thursday, and there are three other REI stores open in the Portland metro area.
The Reading Police Department is investigating a series of stolen cars, break-ins, and thefts that occurred in the early morning hours on Saturday. At least three vehicles were taken from different streets in town, and nine residents reported their cars being broken into. Police are urging residents to stay vigilant by keeping their car doors locked, closing windows and sunroofs, and not leaving valuables inside their vehicles.
Target at Valley Plaza mall in Bakersfield, California, will enforce a chaperone policy for teenagers after 4 p.m., requiring them to be accompanied by a guardian. The decision comes in response to an increase in fights and thefts within the store. While store employees cannot check IDs, they can enforce the policy on individuals who appear underage. The store is legally allowed to profile customers based on age to prevent thefts.
Nordstrom is closing both of its downtown San Francisco stores due to the "dynamics" of the downtown market, citing a decline in foot traffic and the impact of retail thefts. The closures come as a growing number of retailers and businesses are leaving the area due to unsafe conditions for customers, retailers, and employees. The last day of business for the Market Street Rack will be July 1 and the San Francisco Centre location will close at the end of August.