From the high-traffic corridors of Chicago to the suburban hubs of Aurora and Skokie, here are the five major retail chains closing doors in Illinois this month.
1. Eddie Bauer
Following a bankruptcy filing and a failed auction process earlier this year, the operator of Eddie Bauer’s physical stores is liquidating its entire North American footprint. All brick-and-mortar locations are scheduled to cease operations by April 30, 2026. This marks a major shift for the 106-year-old brand as it pivots to an online-only model. Illinois is losing numerous long-standing locations, including those at:
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- Chicago (State Street)
- Aurora…