Kohl's announced its plans to close 27 ‘underperforming stores’ by April — here’s where they are located. 'We always take these decisions very seriously,' CEO Tom Kingsbury said in a press release dated Jan.

Kohl’s said Friday it was closing 27 underperforming locations in 15 states by April — a fraction of its 1,150 store base — as the struggling department store chain aims to boost profitability and improve sagging sales.

Kohl’s confirms the closure of 27 stores and an e-commerce center, amidst a strategic response to shifting sales trends and operational efficiency.