McDonald's ditching one of its most recognizable utensils

The switch at McDonald's is part of how the company is redesigning some of its most "iconic products" to cut back on unnecessary waste and transition to more sustainable materials.

Woman sues San Francisco McDonald’s over 'severe burns' from hot coffee spill

An elderly woman is suing a San Francisco McDonald’s over a hot coffee spill that’s reminiscent of the 1992 incident that made national headlines.

McDonald's ditches self-serve soda fountains for a new dining era

McDonald's is overhauling its dining experience by phasing out self-serve soft drink fountains. The company has announced plans to eliminate these machines from all its dining rooms by 2032.

McDonald's bringing back 'CosMc' for new spin-off franchise

It's time to take a trip down memory lane. That's exactly what Chicago-based McDonald's is doing for a new spin-off franchise.

McDonald?s bringing back ?CosMc? for new spin-off franchise
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It's time to take a trip down memory lane. That's exactly what Chicago-based McDonald's is doing for a new spin-off franchise.

McDonald's in Cicero unveils new mural

A McDonald's in Cicero hosted an unveiling party Thursday showcasing the vibrant new mural that has wrapped the restaurant.

McDonald's will stop selling popular McCafé bakery items

McDonald's removing the baked treats comes less than three years after they first appeared on the menu.

McDonald's unveils shake for Grimace's Birthday, leaving social media users confused

The flavor of the purple shake remains a mystery, sparking speculation and comparisons to berry and blueberry tastes, as well as the purple goo from the movie "The Cat in the Hat."

Meet the newest McDonald's Happy Meal toy: Squishmallows

McDonald's Happy Meals just got a whole lot cuter with the addition of Squishmallow plush toys inside every order.

McDonald's found liable for hot chicken nugget that burned child's leg

The jury heard two days of testimony and arguments about the 2019 episode that left the 4-year-old girl with a burned upper thigh.

Ronald McDonald House Charities allows families to 'get better together'
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CEO Holly Buckendahl joins Good Day Chicago to share the history of Ronald McDonald House Charities and how it helps families recover together in their time of need.

Ronald McDonald House Charities helping parents, families since 1977
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Brittany Molleda went into labor at just 28 weeks and had to be rushed to Northwestern Prentice Hospital. Molleda and her family live in Wisconsin and they were faced with the issue of how to afford staying in the city with their recovering baby. That's where the Ronald McDonald House came in to help.

Great works of Ronald McDonald House recognized during National Volunteer Week
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Holly Buckendahl, CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & NW Indiana, talks about their work in the region and the importance of strengthening families during their times of dire need.