National Teacher Appreciation Week 2025: How teachers can get free meals, discounts, and more
Teacher Appreciation Week 2025 runs May 5–9, and dozens of national brands are offering special deals, freebies, and savings to thank educators for their hard work.
Subway closed 600 locations last year; 7,600 since 2015: Report
Subway closed 600 locations in 2024, dropping below 20,000 restaurants for the first time in 20 years.
McDonald's sees unexpected drop in customers amid economic uncertainty
McDonald’s restaurants sales in the U.S. dipped in the first part of the year, marking the burger chain's largest decline since 2020.
Jack in the Box closing up to 200 'underperforming' locations: What to know
Jack in the Box said 150 to 200 of its “underperforming" restaurants are slated to close, and a majority will happen by the end of the year.
McDonald's is adding a crispy brand-new item to its US menu — and it's permanent
The fast-food giant revealed that participating restaurants across the country will have the food item as a permanent offering by May 5.
Chicago Riverwalk restaurant owner questions city’s decision to cut his lease
Robert Gomez, a longtime Chicago restaurant owner, says he’s still in the dark about why the city didn’t renew his lease for a Riverwalk spot that had previously generated about $3 million in annual sales.
Wing Snob to open new location in another Chicago suburb this summer
Wings, loaded fries, and more: Wing Snob is coming to another Chicago suburb this July!
Rickshaw Chicago serves delicious street food with a mission to end hunger
Rickshaw Chicago, a restaurant by Chef Faraz Sardharia, serves Pakistani and Indian street food while also providing meals and support to the city's unhoused and migrant communities.
Portillo's rolls out breakfast menu at some Chicago-area locations
Portillo’s is bringing its signature Chicago-style flavor to the morning crowd with the launch of a breakfast pilot program at five suburban and city locations, starting today



















