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A woman says she overheard Texas Roadhouse corporate managers plotting to terminate an employee who is in the intensive care unit (ICU) by baiting her husband with a fake benefits package. The story has sparked outrage in a now-viral TikTok.

Woman catches Texas Roadhouse managers allegedly scheming to terminate an injured worker

Melbourne, FL

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A Burger King location in Melbourne, Florida, has been temporarily shut down for the third time following since 2023 after a recent state inspection that identified multiple health violations. This incident underscores ongoing concerns regarding the restaurant's adherence to health and safety standards.

A dead lizard, dead roaches, rodent droppings - Florida fast food restaurant closed again

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A man has sparked heated debate online after deciding to take a solo trip for his 40th birthday, despite his girlfriend's financial struggles. The man, who has been dating his girlfriend for three months, shared his dilemma on a popular Reddit forum.

Boyfriend Taking Vacation Alone Since Girlfriend Can't Afford It Asks if He's in the Wrong

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Conyers, GA

Nationwide poultry pusher Dave’s Hot Chicken comes to the Atlanta area by way of R&B royalty Usher. The mega-pop star is a co-owner of the Georgia locations with founding franchisees Lawrence Kourie and Andrew Feghali. The first of the nine restaurants planned for the Atlanta area opened at 1447 Highway 138 SE in Conyers last Thursday, August 29. The opening included a DJ and free food, but no Usher — he’s currently on tour.

R&B Superstar Usher Brings Dave’s Hot Chicken to Georgia

Austin, TX

Nadia Chaudhury is the editor of Eater Austin covering food and pop culture, as well as a photographer, writer, and frequent panel moderator and podcast guest. Acclaimed Austin Southern restaurant Olamaie’s biscuit shop is expanding with a second location next year. Little Ola’s Biscuits will open its next restaurant in the Mueller neighborhood at 1905 Aldrich Street, Suite 110 — the newly vacated Halcyon spot — in early 2025.

Austin Biscuit Shop Little Ola’s Is Expanding Into Mueller

Scituate, MA

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(MA) Get ready to meet a fluffy little Shih Tzu who is ready to move into your place as soon as possible. Clover recently came into the Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts' care for unspecified reasons. He is a happy little pup who is happiest when with his humans. He would be even happier if YOU were his number one human. I think you would be happier too!

This Little Shih Tzu Is Searching For Love

Los Angeles, CA

Even though summer is slowing down, Los Angeles’s restaurant openings are not. This fall brings an exciting lineup of new restaurants to the Southland, including a breakfast sandwich pop-up going permanent, a Southeast Asian restaurant from Pearl River Deli’s Johnny Lee, and a Korean-inflected bakery and cafe headed to Highland Park. In addition to the places highlighted below, several restaurants previously scheduled for summer openings are still on the horizon, including Aitor Zabala’s Somni, Komal in Mercado La Paloma, and Korean barbecue favorite, Baekjong. Here are the most exciting restaurants opening in Los Angeles in the months ahead listed in chronological order.

The 11 Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings in Los Angeles, Fall 2024

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Chicago, IL

Four and half months after suddenly closing stores in Chicago, Texas, and Washington, D.C., Foxtrot will attempt a comeback by opening its first store this week. Outfox Hospitality, the company that ran those 33 stores filed for bankruptcy in May, leaving a wake of angry vendors, workers scrambling to find new jobs, and accusations of breaking federal labor law. Since then, a new entity has been formed by the chain’s co-founder who says he’ll return the company to its roots by showcasing cool snacks made by local artisans and avoid the pitfalls that lead to the chain’s failure.

Foxtrot Will Reopen First Store This Week, Nearly Five Months Since Sudden Closures

Aurora, CO

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Aurora, Colo. -- A Facebook post Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman made about meeting with business owners at Colfax and Iola quickly turned into an attack on Coffman over a perceived lack of action against Venezuelan gangs in the city.

Aurora mayor under fire: Do more to stop Venezuelan gangs, say residents

Dallas, TX

If you buy something from an Eater link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics policy. Courtney E. Smith is the editor of Eater Dallas. She's a journalist of 20 years who was born and raised in Texas, with bylines in Pitchfork, Wired, Esquire, Yahoo!, Salon, Refinery29, and more. When she's not writing about food, she co-hosts the podcast Songs My Ex Ruined.

All the Dallas Restaurant Openings to Get Excited About for Fall and Winter

Cathy Chaplin is a senior editor at Eater LA, a James Beard Award–nominated journalist, and the author of Food Lovers’ Guide to Los Angeles. The latest heavyweight at Universal CityWalk weighs in at just three apples: It’s Hello Kitty (and her gaggle of Sanrio friends). Los Angeles’s first Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe opens on Friday, September 6, at the outdoor shopping district outside of Universal Studios Hollywood. Operating next door to the cafe is an all-new Sanrio Smile Shop chock-full of merchandise featuring the likes of Cinnamoroll, Keroppi, and Kuromi.

A First Look Inside the Very Cutesy Hello Kitty Cafe in Los Angeles

North Carolina State

Brevard, NC

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Brevard, North Carolina, has earned a spot among the best small towns in the South, according to USA Today’s 10Best. This charming mountain town, located just about 30 miles from both Charlotte and Asheville, ranks #9 on the list, making it the only North Carolina town to crack the top 10.

Small North Carolina Town Ranks Among Best In South By USA Today

Saint Louis Park, MN

On Sunday, September 1, a drunk driver crashed his car onto the patio of the Park Tavern restaurant and bowling alley in suburban St. Louis Park, killing two people and injuring several more, according to the Star Tribune. The incident has left the local community deeply shaken, as a memorial to the victims grows outside the restaurant.

How to Support Those Impacted by the Park Tavern Crash

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When a Pop-Up Uses a Restaurant Space, Who Really Profits?

Metro Detroit’s pop-up community is buzzing since the announcement that two popular ventures recently pulled out of engagements at Framebar in Hazel Park. In separate posts...

When a Pop-Up Uses a Restaurant Space, Who Really Profits?

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