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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Time Out Chicago

A Chicago culinary treasure is going national: Pizza Hut just announced that it will now be serving tavern-style pizza to the masses—and we don't know how we feel about it. While most of the world associates Chicago with deep dish pizza, many locals favor a thinner crust. Dating back to the 1930s, tavern-style pies are cut into squares and were originally served at local taverns by bartenders alongside drinks, most often for free as a way to lure patrons to stay on premise and take down some more cocktails. Given the constant chatter about all things pizza—who makes the most authentic pies, what city should be crowned Pizza Town, USA—we're not sure we're ready for our very own creation to take the national spotlight and incur the wrath of some very opinionated folks.

Pizza Hut is now offering Chicago tavern-style pizza

Ladies and gentlemen, it's time to eat steak: One of the most popular steakhouses in London, Hawksmoor, has officially opened in Chicago at 500 N. LaSalle Dr. in River North. Voted No. 12 on the 2024 World's Best Steak Restaurants list (six Chicago eateries also made the ranking!), Hawksmoor was first opened in the UK by childhood friends Will Beckett and Huw Gott back in 2006.

One of the most popular steakhouses in London has opened in Chicago

Chicagoans love their local pizza shops and, as it turns out, so should everyone else in the country—seven Chicago spots were just named best in the U.S. by 50 Top Pizza, an online guide focusing on the top Italian pizzerias across the globe. Although New York City was the...

These Chicago pizza restaurants were just named best in the U.S.

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Popular fast-food chain Jack in the Box is ready to make its return to Chicago. Yesterday, the company announced plans to open eight new destinations all across Chicagoland in 2025. They will be the first Jack in the Box restaurants in town in 44 years. Burgers, tacos and milkshakes for all!

Jack in the Box is making its Chicago comeback after four decades!

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The 21st season of Top Chef marked a return to the Midwest for Bravo's celebrated cooking competition. Taking place across Wisconsin, this season was the first in the region since the show filmed in Chicago over 15 years ago. Episode after episode, the cheftestants were tasked with a variety of Midwest-inspired challenges, including a dinner paying homage to Frank Lloyd Wright, a Door County fish boil and a cheese fest cook-off. As Top Chef prepares to crown a new winner, we spoke with host and judges Kristen Kish, Tom Colicchio and Gail Simmons about their experiences this season.

'Top Chef' judges dish on the Midwest, Chicago restaurants and much more

Chicagoans are (rightfully so!) super excited about Jon Stewart's The Daily Show and Stephen Colbert's Late Show hitting the road this summer and broadcasting from Chicago during the Democratic National Convention from August 19 to 22. Tickets for both of the events are finally available to the public. Even more...

How to get tickets to the 'Late Show with Stephen Colbert' and the 'Daily Show' in Chicago

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A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

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There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

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In a wave of unexpected newsunexpected newsunexpected newsunexpected news, Piggly Wiggly has shuttered its store in Brookfield, Wisconsin, leaving customers feeling as if they've lost a family member. The closure, originally set for June 15, was moved up abruptly, catching shoppers off guard as the aisles emptied out with a clearance sale offering 50% off all merchandise.

500-store Grocery Chain Closes Location, Shoppers Cry.

The biggest celebration of Pride Month is almost upon us—the Chicago Pride Parade marches through the streets of Lakeview this Sunday, June 30. What streets will be closed for the Chicago Pride Parade?. The procession will step off at 11am from Sheridan and Broadway and travel south via Broadway...

The 2024 Chicago Pride Parade street closures you need to know about

There are few things Chicagoans love more than a good cut of beef, which is why the steakhouses just keep coming. Hot on the heels of Hawksmoor opening in Chicago, the team behind Perilla Korean American Steakhouse has announced its highly-anticipated restaurant will be debuting next Wednesday, July 3. As...

A highly-anticipated Korean steakhouse will open in the Loop next week

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Virginia Wendy Williams fans, this is your July 2024 update on the former talk show host. Her best friend of 44 years, Regina Schell, has shared recent concerns with TV Show Aces and says she has not seen or talked to Wendy in more than a year.

Wendy Williams fans are worried after her best friend claims not to have heard from her in a year

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

It’s official: Chicago has some of the worst traffic in the world. According to Inrix’s Global Traffic Scorecard, Chicago ranks No. 5 for worst traffic in the world with a loss of 96 hours in traffic for the average traveler in 2023. To compare, the typical American driver lost 42 hours in traffic in the same year.

Chicago ranks No. 2 for worst traffic in the country, No. 5 in the world

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Everything you need to know about 'The Bean'

Chicago’s most famous metallic legume is back on display this week after months of maintenance work. In celebration of its return and Millennium Park’s upcoming 20th...

Everything you need to know about 'The Bean'

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