A national retail chain plans to close all of its stores — including its eight in the Houston area — as part of the company's bankruptcy proceedings.

Fast-fashion retailer Forever 21 filed for bankruptcy over the weekend, but committed to keeping its website and stores open during the process of liquidating its assets and "winding down operations." The Sunday,

Forever 21 fashion and clothing store has become the latest major retailer to close locations in Oregon and across the country this year.