Portland Nike Store Closes Due to Safety, Crime Concerns

Nike's store in northeast Portland, Oregon, reportedly is closing due to safety and security issues. The Soul District Business Association announced Friday in a news release that Nike had said the store would be closing. Nike stated that the company would be "reimagining" the retail space and is "considering future locations as part of this community's long-term revitalization plan." The Soul District Business Association called the plan to permanently close the store "a major economic blow" to the community. Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler said the city tried to work with...