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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration connected shredded iceberg lettuce supplied to Taco Bell to an ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak. Officials warned against eating the lettuce at restaurants in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia. The outbreak has 1,644 confirme…
President Trump presented declassified documents citing alleged vulnerabilities in U.S. election systems. Health officials are also examining a multi-state Cyclospora outbreak linked by some patients to Taco Bell meals.
chicago.suntimes.comThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed 1,645 cases of cyclosporiasis across 34 states as of July 14. Federal investigators traced potential contamination to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms supplied to Taco Bell locations in five states.
Arby's highlighted its Beef & Cheddar sandwich on Instagram on July 15 and launched a cheesesteak promotion the next day. The moves come during a cyclospora outbreak tied to leafy greens. Taco Bell and Chipotle also addressed the situation.
WiredPlacer.ai data showed declines at Chopt, Panera Bread and Sweetgreen on July 11. Michigan recorded the highest case counts while Taco Bell locations faced a produce recall.
Three Taco Bell restaurants have posted signs removing lettuce, cilantro, onion, pico de gallo and guacamole from menus due to a cyclosporiasis outbreak. The move follows nearly 2,000 reported cases nationwide. Health officials are investigating the source.
thestreet.comFast-food chains leaning on value menus reported U.S. sales growth in the first quarter while competitors and snack brands showed mixed results. Executives pointed to pressure on households earning $45,000 or less from elevated gas prices linked to the Iran War and tariffs. Consu…
insidermonkey.comRestaurant companies including McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Papa John’s and Wingstop posted varied same-store sales results in the first quarter of 2026. Higher-income consumers continued spending while lower-income households reduced visits to some chains. Bank of America Research att…
nrn.comSubway introduced its new Fresh Value Menu on April 28, 2026, featuring more than 15 entrees priced under $5, many with over 20 grams of protein. The menu includes Deli Faves sandwiches, Protein Pockets and daily sub specials. This follows similar value menu launches by Taco Bell…
Trizek (WMF) / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Starbucks introduced its new Energy Refreshers platform in April 2026, expanding customizable caffeine options in fruit-flavored drinks. The launch aligns with robust fiscal second-quarter results, including $9.5 billion in revenue and a 7.1% rise in U.S. comparable sales. Compet…
indiatoday.intoday.inMcDonald's stated it will introduce six new beverages, including refreshers and crafted sodas, starting May 6 in U.S. locations. The move follows trends in customized drinks popularized on TikTok and aims to boost afternoon sales. Other fast-food chains like Wendy's and Taco Bell…
Taco Bell conducts an annual management retreat to recognize top-performing staff. The event serves as a driver for company growth and employee retention. Details on the retreat's structure and outcomes remain limited in available reports.