Target Temporarily Closes Some Stores Due to Unrest

Target, headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, the origin of the latest unrest spurred by the death of George Floyd, announced over the weekend that seven store locations nationwide will remain closed until further notice.

“We are heartbroken by the death of George Floyd and the pain it is causing communities across the country. You can read a message from Target CEO Brian Cornell here and read more about our Minneapolis-St. Paul community efforts here,” the company wrote in a statement.

Closed stores are located at Broadway Oakland, CA; Buckhead South Atlanta, GA; South Loop Chicago, IL; Lake Street Minneapolis, MN; Uptown Minneapolis, MN; and Washington Square W Philadelphia, PA.

Other stores may also have adjusted hours or further closures may still be necessary to ensure employee and guest safety, the company said.

“We’re providing community support and prioritizing the rebuilding of our Lake Street store, which is near where George Floyd was killed. We have teams working to provide basic first aid supplies, water and essentials through partnerships with local nonprofits. We appreciate members of the community and our team who have assisted in cleaning in and around that location. We are now boarding the store up until we can survey the location and begin recovery efforts.”

Employees are receiving direct communications updates from leaders regarding any store impact where they work. Those impacted by store closures will be paid for up to 14 days of scheduled hours during store closures, including COVID-19 premium pay. They will also be able to work at other nearby Target locations.