RILA Launches Network for Startups
The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) today launched the RTech Startup Network, a community designed to generate a stronger connection between the startup ecosystem...
Police Officer Hit by Accused Shoplifter’s Vehicle
In Tennessee, an officer with Berry Hill Police is recovering from minor injuries Monday night after he was hit by a shoplifting suspect's vehicle....
Suspect Admits ‘I was Stupid’ Arrested for Shoplifting
A woman who admitted “I was stupid” was arrested for the theft of merchandise at a Belk store in The Villages, Florida. Logan Ann...
Employee Wanted in Theft of $5,000 from C-Store
Police in Arkansas were searching Monday for a Little Rock woman accused of stealing over $5,000 from the convenience store where she worked, authorities...
Shoplifting Suspicion Leads to Arrest of Armed Felon
An armed felon was arrested in Lincoln, Nebraska, on Friday, two weeks after police here began looking for him after he was observed shoplifting...
Your Favorite Retail Brand May Be Coming to a Hotel Near You
Taco Bell prompted some laughs — and endless nacho puns — when the fast-food chain announced in mid-May that it would dabble in the...
Misdemeanor Shoplifting Panel Stimulated Thought-Provoking Discussion at RILA Conference
“When it Comes to Misdemeanor Shoplifting, It’s Time to Circle the Wagons” was the theme at what one attendee termed “one of the best...
Shoplifter Sparks Police Chase, Takes Out 4 Cars
A Maryland shoplifting spree quickly turned into a Beltway police chase Friday resulting in four hit cars. Montgomery County police say two of the...
JCPenney and Macy’s Decry Tariffs, Warn of Price Hikes
This week JCPenney and Macy's, among scores of other businesses, implored the US Trade Representative to pull numerous apparel and footwear products from a...
Retailer Uses AI Camera Tech to Track Checkout Theft at 1,000 Stores
Walmart's early use of AI at its stores isn't just for the sake of convenience. The retailer has confirmed to Business Insider that it's...