Farewell to the legend of burritos: this restaurant in East Los Angeles closes its doors after 51 years full of flavor

La Azteca Tortillería storefront in East Los Angeles with red “We’re Moving” banner announcing closure after 51 years.

Rent hike forces beloved East L.A. burrito institution to leave Cesar Chavez Boulevard, but its younger sibling keeps the flame alive. Azteca Tortillería will roll its final flour tortilla at the original Cesar Chavez Boulevard counter on July 13, ending a 51‑year run that fed generations of Angelenos. The closure, driven by a steep rent increase and new property … Read more

This iconic Los Angeles restaurant shuts down after 23 delicious years of community history

Close-up of glazed smoked pork ribs on butcher paper at an iconic los angeles barbecue restaurant closing after 23 years

Tough economy, soaring costs push beloved McCook staple to switch off the smokers for good. Taste of Texas BBQ, the family‑run restaurant that turned South B Street into McCook’s unofficial living room, is shutting its doors after 23 busy and heartfelt years. The announcement, made on the owners’ social‑media pages has set off a wave of nostalgia, and … Read more

Confirmed: Bank of America will reduce its presence in the US before the end of 2025 – here is the complete list of branches that will close

Bank of America logo illustrating US branch closures by 2025

Digital banking keeps growing, and Bank of America has revealed exactly which brick‑and‑mortar offices across the United States will disappear next year. Bank of America, one of the country’s largest lenders, will trim its physical footprint in 2025 after noticing that far fewer customers step up to the teller window. While the move supports rising … Read more

Farewell to this famous candy chain: one of its stores closed its doors after 30 years of history

Two employees smiling inside a vintage See’s Candies store with chocolates displayed behind glass counters

Long‑standing California favorite sets last day for its South Bay “Volume Savings” shop, leaving fans hunting for their next chocolate fix. Sunnyvale’s iconic treat spot closed in May. See’s Candies has confirmed that its popular West El Camino Real store, which many residents considered “like losing an old friend,” served its last free sample on … Read more

Official: Popular East Brunswick mall bids farewell to restaurant amid redevelopment push

Red Robin restaurant exterior at Brunswick Square Mall in East Brunswick, closing amid mall redevelopment project

Brunswick Square Mall in East Brunswick just lost another eatery, and the shake‑up is only beginning. Red Robin closed its doors on June 22 after the company announced plans to shutter 70 underperforming restaurants nationwide. The departure follows Bar Louie’s March shutdown next door, marking two vacancies in under a year on busy Route 18. Redevelopment plan promises … Read more

Store shutdowns confirmed: Pick ‘n Save exits vital locations, families face job loss and grocery gaps

Front entrance of a Pick ‘n Save grocery store in Wisconsin before scheduled closures affecting local communities

Kroger’s decision targets Milwaukee‑area neighborhoods in a bid to streamline under‑performing outletsKroger’s decision targets Milwaukee‑area neighborhoods in a bid to streamline under‑performing outlets. Neighborhood shoppers in southeastern Wisconsin are bracing for change. Kroger, the parent company of the Pick ‘n Save banner, has confirmed it will close five stores in and around Milwaukee as part of … Read more

Farewell to this popular hospital offering quality medical and surgical services and programs: it will close on August 1 after years of service

Front entrance of St. Luke’s Des Peres Hospital in St. Louis, set to close August 1, 2025

Chesterfield‑based St. Luke’s Health System will close its 143‑bed Des Peres Hospital at 2345 Dougherty Ferry Road on Aug. 1, blaming persistently low patient volumes and mounting operating expenses. The move comes seven years after the nonprofit bought the campus from Tenet Healthcare and underscores the financial strain that has dogged community hospitals since the pandemic. “Our aim is … Read more

Portland’s food scene is changing: four popular businesses will revamp their weekend plans due to major changes

Collage of Portland food changes: Orange Julius closure, detained vineyard worker, Euzumeh pop-up, Hunnymilk relocation

From the swan song of a downtown stalwart to the next chapter for a brunch favorite, here’s what’s changing and why it matters. Portland’s food scene has changed, with four beloved businesses making changes that will shake up residents and revamp weekend plans. Closures, comebacks, and community gatherings were announced on the calendar from June … Read more

Confirmed: beloved barbecue chain closes all but one restaurant after 40 years

Front of Armadillo Willy’s barbecue restaurant with outdoor seating and close-up of smoked meat platter with sauce

Armadillo Willy’s trims four‑decade footprint to a single San Mateo location, stunning longtime brisket lovers across Silicon Valley. Barbecue fans who grew up on Armadillo Willy’s mesquite‑kissed ribs woke up to a shock this week: the homegrown chain has quietly closed its Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, and Blossom Hill smokehouses, keeping only the San Mateo store running. After 40 years of wood‑fired pride, … Read more

Farewell to one of the largest and oldest supermarket chains in the United States: announces plan to shut down 60 stores in multiple states

Kroger employee stocking shelves in grocery aisle amid store closure announcements across the United States

Retailer says the move affects about 2 percent of its U.S. footprint and will free up cash for store upgrades. Kroger stunned shoppers Friday, June 20, by announcing that 60 of its 2,731 supermarkets will close in waves through late 2026. The Cincinnati‑based chain has not yet released a location list, leaving many communities to wonder whether … Read more

Confirmed: Walt Disney World is saying goodbye to three beloved attractions at this theme park, which will close permanently on July 7

Walt Disney World characters posing on Main Street with Cinderella Castle in the background before attraction closures

Disney confirms the permanent closure of three Magic Kingdom touchstones, clearing space for a Pixar‑themed Piston Peak National Park and a rumored Villains Land. Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is about to lose three of its calmest corners. On July 7, the legendary Liberty Square Riverboat, Tom Sawyer Island, and the surrounding Rivers of America waterway will sail, raft, and ripple for … Read more

Goodbye to this supermarket: plans to shut 60 supermarkets over 18 months in nationwide shake-up

Kroger Food & Pharmacy storefront with prominent blue logo on brick-and-stone facade, illustrating the chain’s planned 60-store closure.

The Cincinnati‑based grocer says the closures—about 5 percent of its footprint—will free up cash to upgrade surviving stores amid a tough retail climate. Kroger will close 60 supermarkets over the next year and a half, trimming roughly one in twenty of its 1,239 U.S. locations. The decision, announced alongside first‑quarter earnings, follows a $100 million impairment charge … Read more

This chain of craft stores will close 500 stores nationwide by the end of May

Colorful yarn skeins on diagonal shelves inside a Joann craft store ahead of nationwide closure of 500 locations in May 2025

Joann, the popular fabric and crafts retailer, has confirmed plans to shutter over 500 locations nationwide by the end of May. This significant move comes as the Ohio-based company struggles to reorganize under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, affecting thousands of employees and loyal customers. In February, Joann announced it would close roughly 500 of its … Read more

PepsiCo pulls plug on PopCorners factory, putting hundreds out of work starting May 21

workers pack PopCorners snack bags on PepsiCo’s Liberty, NY, production line ahead of the May 2024 plant closure that will cut 300 jobs

The closure will begin in mid-May, leaving hundreds of employees worried about their financial security and the broader economic future of Sullivan County. Local officials are gearing up to provide assistance and counseling for those affected by this significant layoff. In total, close to 300 workers at the Liberty facility will be dismissed over 14 … Read more

America’s biggest fast-food chain loses 631 stores nationwide, falling under 20,000 domestic locations for first time in decades

Two Subway employees prepare sandwiches behind the counter of a modern restaurant, illustrating the chain’s U.S. presence amid 631 store closures

Subway, the renowned sandwich giant, has reported the closure of more than 600 restaurants in the United States over the past year. This dramatic downturn places the brand at its lowest number of domestic stores in two decades, leaving many observers wondering what the future holds for America’s onetime favorite sub shop. In 2015, Subway … Read more

An iconic pizzeria files for bankruptcy: it is entering Chapter 11

Bertucci’s Italian Restaurant roadside sign, representing the iconic pizza chain now seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

Another well-known pizzeria files for Chapter 11, reflecting the sector’s ongoing struggles. The Orlando, Fla.-based pizza chain recently submitted its third Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in seven years. This move underscores the mounting financial pressures restaurant operators face, especially in the pizza segment. With so many consumers watching their budgets, soaring operational costs have become … Read more

The beloved craft store chain has closed for good: a total of 255 locations have shut their doors

Front entrance of a Joann Fabrics and Crafts store, one of 255 U.S. locations closing permanently by April 2025

The beloved craft store chain Joann continues its closure process, with hundreds of stores now permanently closed. Here’s the latest news on the closures and how they may affect you. Joann customers have only a few days left to visit some of their favorite stores. A total of 255 locations across the country are closed … Read more

355-year-old Canadian retail icon begins full liquidation and closures

Hudson’s Bay storefront draped in holiday greenery as the 355-year-old Canadian retailer launches full liquidation and prepares to close its final six stores

Liquidation sales have begun, and no rescue financing is expected before the court’s deadline. Founded in 1670, the legendary Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC) has filed for bankruptcy, signaling the end of one of North America’s oldest commercial institutions. With only six stores still operational, the firm has until early May to secure new funding. However, … Read more

Confirmed: Three major US banks are closing several branches permanently, sparking concern among workers and customers

Chase, Wells Fargo and Bank of America branch signs signal confirmed closures affecting workers and customers nationwide

Increasing closures at Bank of America, Chase, and Wells Fargo have drawn attention across multiple states. Consumers wonder whether this trend might signal broader shifts in financial services. Several east coast TD Bank branches recently announced closure plans in at least 10 states. Shortly after, Bank of America, Chase, and Wells Fargo filed the necessary … Read more