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California Pols in a Race Against Community Coalition to Pass Retail Crime Bills

California Democrats aim to push retail crime legislation across Governor Gavin Newsom's desk before a…

Cargo Theft Risks Put Supply Chain on ‘High Alert’ for Memorial Day

Data from CargoNet says 925 total cargo theft incidents occurred during the first quarter—a 46 percent jump…

TJX CEO: Potential to Expand Store Footprint By Another 1300+ Doors

In addition to more stores for global market share growth, TJX plans shrink to remain flat, helped by LP…

88 Percent of Retail Workers Want a Panic Button Installed in Their Workplace

Amid rising retail theft and workplace violence, retail workers are becoming increasingly fearful about their…

Organized Retail Theft Network Busted in NYC

A retail theft probe, with help from retailers such as Macy's, led to indictments for the possession of more…

California Law Enforcement Nabs 35 Suspects in ‘Operation Smash & Grab’

A multi-agency sting operation led to the arrest of dozens of shoplifters in San Bernadino County.

California Bill Could Limit Retailers’ Use of Self-Checkout

Senate Bill 1446 would implement new qualifications and restrictions for retailers that employ self-checkout.

California Law Enforcement Announces Arrest of 88 Suspects Tied to Retail Crimes

A regional Organized Retail Crime Task Force has recovered stolen merchandise from shopping centers in San…

Stores Roll Out Employee Body Cameras as Retail Crime Precaution

Technology providers are increasingly marketing new body-cam solutions specifically tailored to the safety…

WSS Stores in South LA Targeted by Teen Flash Mobs

LAPD's Organized Retail Crime Task Force told Sourcing Journal nine stores across Southern Los Angeles had…

New York Earmarks $40 Million to Battle Retail Theft

The initiative will include 100 state police personnel dedicated to the task and more-stringent penalties for…

Police Bust Retail Crime Ring in Connection With $537,000 Theft From Lululemon and Other Stores

The news comes shortly after reports that a Lululemon store in Seattle, Wash. is set to close at the end of…

Shrink Contributed to 99 Cents’ Demise, And So Did An LBO

99 Cents' leveraged balance sheet from an LBO lowered its ability to handle shrink, rising operating costs…

Florida Governor Signs Harsher Retail Crime Laws Into Action

Ron DeSantis wants Floridians to know the state has a special interest in protecting itself against retail…

U.K. Cracks Down on Retail Crime and Worker Assault, Sets Tougher Punishments

For the most serious cases of assault, criminals could face a life sentence, while serial offenders will be…