Crowds light, but prices right Nov 29, 2008
Saturday, November 29, 2008. Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. (Florida Today)
Guns fired at toy store; 2 dead Nov 29, 2008
Dennis Gutierrez, public information officer for the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, briefs reporters following a shooting that left two dead in a Toys R Us store in Palm Desert, Calif. PALM DESERT, California Two men pulled guns and shot each other to death in a crowded toy store Friday after the women with them erupted into a bloody brawl, witnesses said. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Shoppers out in force, but cautious Nov 29, 2008
Updated: Saturday, November 29, 2008 1:41 AM CST FONT SIZE. By ANNE D'INNOCENZIO - The Associated Press (No comments posted. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Cautious Black Friday shoppers flock to stores Nov 29, 2008
$7 online stock trades. Worries about the economy temper buying, despite the crowds. (MSNBC -- Politics)
As worker died, shoppers kept on Nov 29, 2008
Saturday, November 29, 2008. Published: Nov 29, 2008 12:30 AM Modified: Nov 29, 2008 01:42 AM. (News & Observer)
Scenes from Black Friday Nov 29, 2008
The line outside of the flagship Toys R Us store near Times Square started forming at 9 p.m. Thursday night, eight hours before the store's doors opened at 5 a.m. Friday. By Lara Moscrip, CNNMoney. (CNN -- Money)
2 dead after shots fired in SoCal toy store Nov 29, 2008
(AP) - Authorities say two people have been killed inside a Toys "R" Us store in Southern California. Riverside County Sheriff's Sgt. Dennis Gutierrez says Palm Desert police got a call saying shots had been fired inside the store Friday. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Two shot dead in Christmas store carnage Nov 29, 2008
Two men with handguns killed each other in the aisles of a Toys R Us store in Palm Desert on Friday, which, as the day after Thanksgiving, is traditionally the first day of the holiday shopping season. Witnesses initially believed the shooting may have stemmed from an argument over a toy but authorities in the town, 190 kilometres east of Los Angeles, are investigating the possibility the deaths were gang-related. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Deadly Shootout At Calif. Toys "R" Us Nov 29, 2008
Deadly Shootout At Calif. Toys "R" Us, Two Men Pull Guns And Shoot Each Other Dead After Store Squabble - CBS News. (CBS News -- World)
Two shot in Toys 'R' Us store Nov 29, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. November 29, 2008 - 2:13PM. (The Age, Australia -- World)
Black Friday a rush despite economic jitters Nov 29, 2008
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Cautious shoppers hunt for Black Friday deals Nov 29, 2008
Cautious shoppers hunt for deals. Search post-gazette NOW. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
UPDATE: BLACK FRIDAY LINES BACK UP AT TOYS R US STORE Nov 28, 2008
The stores around the Millcreek Mall are doing brisk business this morning, as checkout lines build inside the Toys R Us store. Erie Times-News photographer Jack Hanrahan, who is shooting photographs at the store, said the parking lot in front of the store is at capacity. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Stores prepare for holiday shoppers Nov 28, 2008
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. Deep discounts begin before traditional start to shopping season. (Detroit Free Press)
Time's running out Nov 27, 2008
Some students still looking for jobs to make extra spending money. National Retail Federation expects sales to grow only slightly this holiday season. (CNN)
Bikes for Tykes kicks off Toys for Tots Nov 3, 2008
Posted on: Sunday, November 2, 2008. Volunteers, Marines assemble bicycles for disadvantaged children. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Ex-security guard accused of impersonating officer Oct 28, 2008
Authorities said a fingerprint left behind on bank bags handled at a Toys R Us store eventually led to the arrest. Greendale Police Chief Robert Dams said Mullins' background made him familiar with the way stores handle their deposits. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Hasbro third-quarter results beat expectations Oct 20, 2008
Monopoly games made by Parker Brothers, a subsidiary of Hasbro, are offered for sale at a Toys R Us store October 22, 2007 in Chicago, Illinois. (Scott Olson, Getty Images) PAWTUCKET, R.I. (AP) - Hasbro says sales of its Star Wars, Playskool and Nerf toys helped boost third-quarter profit and sales above Wall Street expectations. (FOX23.com, OK)
Mattel Wins $99M In Bratz Lawsuit Aug 27, 2008
TIM SLOAN/AFP/Getty ImagesBratz dolls are shown here at a Toys R Us store. Mattel Wins $99M In Bratz Lawsuit. (NBC4.tv, CA)
Stockton Firefighter Hurt In 2-Alarm Blaze Aug 9, 2008
E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. Fire Spread From Mancini Sleepworld Store, Officials Say. (KCRA 3, CA)
El Segundo-Based Mattel Claims Victory In 'Bratz' Trial Jul 18, 2008
TIM SLOAN/AFP/Getty ImagesBratz dolls are shown here at a Toys R Us store. El Segundo-Based Mattel Claims Victory In 'Bratz' Trial. (NBC4.tv, CA)
Library board considers M'side branch relocation Jun 19, 2008
Regarding remodeling another building, trustee Mike Davidchik said there might be empty buildings near the malls, such as the empty Toys R Us store. Trustee Donald "Skip" Meisner said the board needs to find out the costs of building a new library compared to the cost of remodeling another building. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Heath Ledger's Joker Action Figures Sell Out in Minutes May 10, 2008
An employee of Times Square's Toys R Us store says, "There are none left in the warehouse. You will be waiting a while if you want one.". Some fans are believed to be buying up stock, convinced the figure is a collector's item; others are selling them on auction site eBay for up to $55 each. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Toys "R" Us to phase out baby bottles with chemical BPA Apr 22, 2008
April 22, 2008 - 8:58 AM Sub-Navigation. Last Update: 12:11 am. (FOX23 News, NY)
Davis-Ulmer goes across the state Mar 26, 2008
The W&M Sprinkler's customer portfolio includes the Bronx Zoo's Lion House, a Toys R Us store in Times Square and the Orange County Correctional Facility. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
History written in concrete Feb 15, 2008
Published: February 14, 2008. The plan's scope was enormous. (International Herald Tribune)
"Madden NFL '08" Debut Draws A Crowd Jan 22, 2008
Ex-NFL Stars Are Among Those Eager To Play Latest Version Of Game. Excitement For 'Madden 2008. (CBS News -- Evening News)
U.S. consumer prices rise by largest amount in 17 years Jan 17, 2008
Shoppers look at merchandise in the 'Toys R Us' store in New York's Time's Square Nov. 23, 2007. (Xinhua/Reuters Photo). (Xinhuanet, China)
Hasbro to acquire Cranium Jan 5, 2008
Monopoly games made by Parker Brothers, a subsidiary of Hasbro, are offered for sale at a Toys R Us store October 22, 2007 in Chicago, Illinois. (Scott Olson, Getty Images) PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - The Hasbro toy company is buying the Cranium toy company of Seattle. (WOKR13 Rochester)
With Wii and DS, Nintendo Has 2 Hit Game Devices Jan 1, 2008
Nintendo s DS game unit was a big attraction for holiday shoppers this year at a Toys R Us store in Times Square. By Published: December 31, 2007. (New York Times)
A last try for that bargain Dec 27, 2007
DON BURK/The Times-UnionTarget employee John Sherman puts up clearance signs in the Christmas-related section of the store at Beach and Hodges boulevards Wednesday. The store opened at 7 a.m., an hour earlier than usual. (Florida Times-Union)
Retail's rigors shelve hopes of finding bosses easily; see video Dec 24, 2007
Allyson Koteski is so unfailingly cheerful, she fits right in with the colorful, battery-powered toys filling the Toys R Us store she manages here. The store manager darts from customer to customer, checking stock for what's on their kids' and grandkids' holiday lists. (USA Today -- Money)
Last-minute shopping stampede? Dec 21, 2007
Shoppers' late start may herald last-minute stampede to stores. Shoppers' late start may herald last-minute stampede to stores. (The Palm Beach Post)
Accused teacher confronted by parent at store Dec 19, 2007
Improper Judgment wrote on Dec 18, 2007 11:30 PM:" Mr. White showed very poor judgment in going to a Toys R Us store. Like someone else has pointed out, he should not be anywhere near a toy store. In reply to person named "Guilty" Mr. White not only has already been charged (this happened when the police arrested him), he has already been arraigned and has been through a preliminary trial. Fair Trial? He has been treated more than fair so far and with all the laws which protect the accused, then... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Toys for Tots: Recalled playthings affecting program Dec 13, 2007
The company gave 2,000 to the Toys for Tots campaigns in both Missoula and Helena and 4,800 to the Billings campaign to be redeemed at any Toys R Us store. Many of the toys are purchased locally by citizens and placed in the many Toys for Tots drop boxes throughout town. (Missoulian, MT)
Boy Wins $10,000 For Toy Roller Coaster Dec 9, 2007
(AP) Ian Culhane won $10,000 for designing a 7-foot-tall toy roller coaster. Not bad for a 10-year-old. (WTKR.com, VA)
Boy, 10, wins $10,000 for dragon roller coaster he made Dec 8, 2007
Associated Press Dec. 7, 2007 06:45 AM. NEW YORK - Ian Culhane won $10,000 for designing a 7-foot-tall toy roller coaster. (AZCentral -- News)
Retailers Post Robust Start To Holidays Nov 25, 2007
Nov 24, 2007 6:25 pm US/Pacific. (AP) NEW YORK The nation's retailers had a robust start to the holiday shopping season, according to results announced Saturday by a national research group that tracks sales at retail outlets across the country. (CBS2.com, CA)
Retailers Happy With Black Friday Turnout Nov 24, 2007
Major Chains Say Early-Morning Bargains Lured In Bigger Crowds Than A Year Ago. NEW YORK, Nov. 23, 2007. (CBS News)
Black Friday shoppers Nov 24, 2007
Along Route 19 in Cranberry, employees at the Toys R Us store opened doors at 5 a.m. to a waiting throng. Many of those shoppers had stood in line in the dark, braving freezing temperatures and snow. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
'Black Friday' kicks off with discounts, expanded hours Nov 24, 2007
Black Friday' kicks off with discounts, expanded hours - USATODAY.com. Real solutions for your real estate needs. (USA Today -- Money)
Black Friday Shoppers Sprint For Bargains Nov 24, 2007
Nov 23, 2007 6:55 pm US/Pacific. (CBS News) NEW YORK Shoppers - shrugging off a spate of lead-tainted toy recalls and higher prices for food and gas - jammed stores before dawn Friday to grab discounted TVs, toys and the hard-to-find Nintendo Wii, for the official start of the holiday season, expected to be the weakest retail showing in five years. (CBS2.com, CA)
Arizona officials urge parents to be cautious Nov 21, 2007
Toys R Us store manager Ed Reeves helps Paulina Garcia, 4, from Surprise, try out the Smart Cycle at the 74th Ave. and Bell Road store, Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007. MORE ON THIS TOPIC Dangerous toys. (AZCentral -- Business)
Health secretary visits grocery on holiday food safety tour Nov 20, 2007
The health secretary's busy day included stops at a Toys R Us store in New York's Times Square and at Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia before heading west. Today he is scheduled to be in Detroit, Chicago and Minneapolis. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The hotter the toy, the harder it is to find Nov 17, 2007
The hotter the toy, the harder it is to find. The hotter the toy, the harder it is to find. (AZCentral -- News)
Toys R Us recalls 16,000 toys for lead Nov 10, 2007
Toys R Us recalls 16,000 toys for lead - Consumer News- msnbc. Toys R Us recalls 16,000 military toys for lead. (MSNBC -- Business)
Toy R Us recalls Chinese-made military toys due to lead Nov 1, 2007
The toys were sold at Toys R Us stores and on toysrus ... They can be returned to any Toys R Us store for a full refund or store credit. (USA Today -- Money)
Stocks rally Nov 1, 2007
Thursday November 1, 2007 CURRENT CONDITIONS: M/CLOUDY 54. November 01, 2007 6:00 AM. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Win $1,000 Toys R Us Gift Certificate and Check Out the Children's Books at MrDuz.com Oct 11, 2007
The $1,000 gift certificate may be used at any Toys R Us store or at their website. The give-a-way is part of the company s ongoing promotional partnership with Mr. Duz children s books. (BusinessWire)
More than half-million Chinese-made products recalled for high levels of lead Oct 6, 2007
Lake Sun Leader - Beyond The Lake. Saturday, October 06, 2007. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Lead levels force recall of Chinese-made toys Oct 5, 2007
Lead levels trigger another massive toy recall - Consumer News - MSNBC.com. Lead levels trigger another massive toy recall. (MSNBC -- International)
Another Huge Recall Of Chinese-Made Toys Oct 5, 2007
More Than 500,000 More Products Taken Off The Market Due To Lead. WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2007. (CBS News)
555,200 Chinese products recalled Oct 5, 2007
Funky Room Decor Sets, manufactured by Hong Kong-based CKI Toys and imported by Toys R Us Inc. The kits were sold at Toys R Us stores around the country and on the company's Web site between May and September 2007. Return the sets to any Toys R Us store in exchange for store credit. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Lead Levels Result in Another Big Toy Recall Oct 5, 2007
More than a half-million Chinese-made products were recalled Thursday, including "Pirates of the Caribbean" and Baby Einstein toys, because they contain dangerous levels of lead. (Scroll down for complete information and links). (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Baby Einstein, movie toys among new recalls Oct 5, 2007
Chinese-Made Products Recalled for Lead -- amNY.com. Chinese-Made Products Recalled for Lead. (Newsday -- New York City)
500,000 More Chinese Products In Recalls Oct 5, 2007
Friday, October 5, 2007, 4:58 am. Get the grocery list for cancer prevention. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
• Lead Prompts Millions More Recalls Oct 5, 2007
Lead Prompts Millions More Recalls Dangerous Boy Scout Badges, Toys and Children's Products. The Associated Press. (Q13.com, WA)
Chinese-Made Products Recalled for Lead Oct 5, 2007
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Recalls have toy shoppers worried Sep 15, 2007
"It's really got me spooked," said Carolyn Lestor, a grandmother and part-time Juno Beach resident scanning the shelves at another Toys R Us store. "I mean, those recalls are just the things they caught. What about the stuff they didn't catch? I've already decided that I'm sticking to (buying gifts of) books and clothes this year.". (The Palm Beach Post)
Rivals may benefit from toy recalls Sep 6, 2007
Mattel recalls may help some toy makers - Consumer News - MSNBC.com. Mattel recalls may help some toy makers. (MSNBC -- Business)
European toymakers winners amid recalls Sep 6, 2007
The Associated Press Sept. 5, 2007 03:03 PM. NEW YORK - Playthings made by brands like Playskool, Brio and GeoMag of Switzerland could get a boost in the fast-approaching holiday sales season because they haven't been caught up in high-profile recalls over lead paint, dangerous magnets or other safety concerns. (AZCentral -- Business)
Some toy companies could see sales rise amid recalls by others Sep 6, 2007
Steve Barnard of Indianapolis, who was shopping on Wednesday at a Toys R Us store, said he won't rule out brands that were subject to recalls but will look closely at labels when he shops for holiday presents for his sons, ages 6 and 9. He said he'll look for toys made in the United States. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
'Coloring sets'- latest in growing list of tainted Chinese imports Sep 3, 2007
Coloring sets'- latest in growing list of tainted Chinese imports - The Money Times. Coloring sets'- latest in growing list of tainted Chinese imports. (The Money Times)
Health Highlights: Aug. 30, 2007 Sep 2, 2007
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay. Type 2 Diabetes May Be Linked to Brain Cell Disorder. (Forbes)
Recalls 8/30 Aug 31, 2007
FLORIDA TODAY - Photo Gallery. Crayon and paint sets. (Florida Today)
