For bargain hunters, Big Lots has long been a haven for furniture, home goods, and seasonal finds at rock-bottom prices. But in a cruel twist of fate, the discount retailer itself couldn’t withstand the rising tide of inflation.

Struggling closeout retailer Big Lots filed for bankruptcy protection Monday, saying it's been hurt by inflation and high interest rates.

As Big Lots prepared to close hundreds of locations across the country, it looks like the Alamo City stores won't be spared. The budget-friendly retailer of furniture, home goods, sports gear and more filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection this month,

The Top 100 retailer's president and CEO believes the company has the right plan and right direction as it navigates the Chapter 11 process.

Discount retailer Big Lots has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, weeks after the discount furniture store said it planned to close hundreds of stores.

Struggling Big Lots will be acquired in a multimillion-dollar deal after the company filed for bankruptcy with up to $10 billion in debt.