McDonald's Is Getting Rid of Self-Service Soda Stations
McDonald's ends self-serve soda machines by 2032. While some fans worry about free refills and custom mixes, the brand cited "gross messes" and digital ordering trends for the change.
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Major Pizza Closures Could Hit Rockford
Papa John’s confirms up to 300 store closures tied to underperforming locations, even as global sales remain strong.
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.
Will 7 Brew Open in Rockford? Zoning Board to Decide
7 Brew’s Rockford drive-thru faces zoning concerns over parking, pavement, landscaping, and a Riverside median removal request.
Confusion Grows Around Gustafson’s Furniture in Rockford
Gustafson’s Furniture in Rockford closes, posts reopening update, deletes it, and leaves customers waiting on deliveries and answers.
Eastern Iowa’s First Homemakers Furniture Store Breaks Ground Next Week
Back in January, we got word that Homemakers Furniture was set to build its first location in here Eastern Iowa. Well, we're happy to report that an official groundbreaking ceremony is set for next week!
New Policy No Longer Allows People To Hang Out At Wisconsin Starbucks
The new Starbucks policy is getting mixed reaction across Wisconsin.
Hardware Chain with 38 Illinois Locations Declares Bankruptcy
There's news from a major hardware store chain that has 38 Illinois locations that could be bad news and good news at the same time.
Big Lots Now Suddenly Closing 3 Additional Illinois Locations
When Big Lots announced hundreds of store closings a month ago, some thought that might be the complete list. It's not and now there are suddenly 3 additional Illinois locations that will soon be closing their doors forever.
Mass Layoffs Slam Illinois as Hundreds Learn They’re Out of Work
Hundreds in Illinois learned Tuesday that they have been laid off as supply chain companies are cutting back.