Jalapeños linked to Salmonella outbreak in 27 states; Chipotle & Qdoba affected

More than 300 people have gotten sick as a result of a Salmonella outbreak that has spread to over two dozen states and ensnared two popular restaurant chains, the Food and Drug Administration reported.

Ann Sather to replace Stella's Diner in Lakeview after weekend closure
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Stella's Diner in Lakeview closed its doors over the weekend, but a new restaurant is already set to take over the space. The owner of Ann Sather joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the new location and what customers can expect.

Cracker Barrel replaces CEO less than a year after failed remodel, new logo

The chief executive officer who was in charge at Cracker Barrel during its disastrous remodeling plan that included an attempt to update the logo and was quickly reversed in the wake of public backlash has been replaced.

Chicago Gourmet returns with new events and top chefs
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Illinois Restaurant Association President and CEO Sam Toia previews this year's Chicago Gourmet festival, highlighting new events, featured chefs, food trends, and what attendees can expect in September.

Chicago could lose hosting rights for the James Beard Awards | ChicagoLIVE
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The James Beard Awards are searching for a new host city after calling Chicago home since 2015. While the awards will remain in the city through 2028, their future beyond that is uncertain. Illinois Restaurant Association President Sam Toia joins ChicagoLIVE to break it all down.

Popular Chicago bakery shut down after live roaches found inside
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Health inspectors found 13 live cockroaches throughout the food prep and storage areas inside Magnolia Bakery in Chicago's Loop. 

Bridgeport business affected by construction right outside building
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A family-owned sandwich shop in Bridgeport tells FOX Chicago's Brittany Toolis that ongoing construction has negatively impacted their business especially during the busy summer months.

Woman accused of slapping driver in McDonald's drive-thru for taking too long

A New York woman is facing a harassment charge after police say she became impatient in a McDonald's drive-thru and allegedly slapped the driver of the vehicle in front of her.

Beloved American ice cream chain shuttering dozens of stores nationwide

Dozens of Dairy Queen locations have closed across the United States as some franchise operators face financial challenges and corporate compliance disputes.

Fire forces beloved Chicago pizza shop to close, community steps in to help

A beloved Chicago Southwest Side restaurant is cleaning up after a fire forced it to close, but support from the community is helping the business look toward reopening.

Fire forces beloved Chicago pizza shop to close, community steps in to help
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A beloved Southwest Side restaurant is cleaning up after a fire forced it to close, but support from the community is helping the business look toward reopening.

World’s first-ever Dairy Queen in Joliet gets major makeover
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The very first Dairy Queen location in Joliet has undergone a major renovation. FOX Chicago’s Jake Hamilton takes viewers inside the historic site and showcases what it will soon offer the public.