Big-Name Chain Stores + Restaurants Closing Locations in 2026
Some of the chains will close a handful of locations while others are ceasing operations entirely.
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The World’s Most Unique Wendy’s, Found In Minnesota, Abruptly Closed
After being a popular stop for many years for people traveling through the Brainerd area, the very unique 'up north' Wendy's abruptly shut down recently.
Could Illinois Wendy’s Locations Be Affected by Closures?
Wendy’s plans to close 300 to 350 U.S. restaurants in 2026 after revenue loss, raising questions about Illinois and Rockford locations.
15 Beloved Fast Food Sauces That Have Been Discontinued
We all have that one fast food sauce that we just love, but what happens when it goes away for good?
Goodbye Drive-Thru: Wendy's Burgers Now Available in Stores
Wendy's is now offering multiple items in grocery stores including its burger patties.
Big Change Could Be Coming to All 53 Wendy’s Locations in MN
In 2025, National fast-food chain, Wendy's, will introduce AI-powered drive-thru ordering at 500 to 600 locations throughout the United States.
Beloved Wendy's Frosty to Undergo Dramatic Transformation
The Frosty you know and love is about to change in a big way.
IL Burger Joint Has 200 Spots & the Unhealthiest Sandwich Around
Somehow, some way people eat this on the regular, and I have no idea how they function the rest of the day.
I Put Rockford’s Lowest-Rated Fast Food Joint to the Test
I tested Rockford’s lowest-rated fast food joint—what I found might surprise you!
Most Overpriced Restaurant In The U.S. Has 54 Minnesota Locations
Eating out is getting more expensive, so people are looking for the best bang for their buck. One restaurant has been costing more than it's competitors for years, but people still pay the premium.