Major children's retailer files for bankruptcy, plans store closures

A major children's retailer has filed for bankruptcy and announced store closures, reflecting broader struggles of brick‑and‑mortar stores as online shopping grows. Meanwhile, a leading toilet‑paper and lumber supplier also filed for Chapter 11, though operations are expected to continue without immediate disruption. The filings underscore ongoing challenges in the retail sector, with consumer behavior shifting toward e‑commerce and supply‑chain pressures affecting traditional distributors.