The North Face announced Thursday that its store near San Francisco's Union Square will close later this month, marking the end of an era for the outdoor clothing company founded in the city.

Tourism is picking up in San Francisco on this Black Friday - a year after multiple robberies targeted Union Square stores during the holiday season.

Shoppers said they are venturing back to Union Square after improved safety measures in the area, adding that nothing can beat the experience of shopping in person.

However, the Union Square shopping area has experienced its share of troubles since the pandemic, including the notorious 2021 retail crime spree that targeted nearly a dozen businesses and ...

"It's a safe environment, lots of police officers securing the area, lots of families are enjoying the holiday season," said Union Square Alliance Executive Director, Marisa Rodriguez.