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August 8, 2024 at 5:49 PM
CosMc's is officially open: What to know about the McDonald's offshoot
McDonald's beverage concept CosMc's has opened in San Antonio, Texas, with new drinks like Sprite Moonsplash.
August 8, 2024 at 5:49 PM
1 month ago
McDonald's adds nostalgic characters, collabs to new Collector's Meal cups
Check out the new six-cup lineup of nostalgic characters and collaborations available in the new Collector's Meal at McDonald's.
1 month ago
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McDonald’s sales down for 1st time since pandemic
The fast-food chain reported a 1% decline at U.S. locations from April to June.
1 month ago
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McDonalds extends its $5 value meal
In a memo viewed by ABC News, McDonalds executives said most U.S. locations will extend the deal through August.
1 month ago
2 months ago
McDonald's launches $5 meal deal
The fast-food giant announced the new deal starts June 25.
2 months ago
2 months ago
What to know about McDonald's new $5 value meal
McDonald's will roll out its new $5 value meal on June 25 amid rising food costs and customer complaints.
2 months ago
3 months ago
McDonald's sets the numbers straight on exaggerated prices on social media
McDonald's USA president Joe Erlinger wrote a blog post addressing the pricing vs. pre-pandemic and in line with inflation, plus emphasized the value meal strategy.
3 months ago
4 months ago
Details shared about McDonald's $5 meals
The fast-food giant will reportedly feature a meal with a sandwich, McNuggets, fries and a drink to address concerns about rising prices.
4 months ago
4 months ago
McDonald’s weighs adding $5 value meal
The fast food chain may be rolling out a five-buck value meal in the near future, according to Bloomberg, as many fast food chains respond to tough feedback from customers about rising prices.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Value on the McDonald's menu?
A new report suggests McDonald's will be the latest chain to offer new discounted options after a drop in sales triggered by high prices. ABC News' Rhiannon Ally reports.
4 months ago
4 months ago
McDonald’s reportedly considering launch of $5 value meal
Reports say that McDonalds is looking to launch a $5 dollar value meal in an effort to win back customers staying home because of inflation.
4 months ago
4 months ago
McDonald’s and Starbucks report lower sales
ABC News business reporter Alexis Christoforous breaks down national business headlines.
4 months ago
5 months ago
$12 dinner box McDonald's order goes viral on TikTok
Leiela Kapewa-Latu shared a video of her ordering a $12 dinner box at a local Texas McDonald's that's racked up more than 12 million views on TikTok.
5 months ago
7 months ago
McDonalds says it will make menu more affordable
The fast food chain's CEO has been facing complaints about rising prices.
7 months ago
7 months ago
McDonald's stock drops, CEO promises affordability amid earnings outlook
McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski addressed menu price concerns of affordability during the latest earnings call after growth didn't meet expectations.
7 months ago
7 months ago
McDonald's CEO promises affordability after complaints about pricing
Chris Kempczinski addressed concerns during an earnings call after growth didn't meet expectations and customers complained of high-priced food.
7 months ago
9 months ago
McDonald's tests new small format concept, CosMc's, a beverage-led restaurant
McDonald's announced the testing of CosMc's, a new beverage-led, small format fast food chain coming to a handful of areas next year.
9 months ago
10 months ago
Companies from Starbucks to McDonald's face controversy amid Israel-Hamas war
Over 150 companies have released statements condemning the initial Hamas attack.
10 months ago
10 months ago
Companies from Starbucks to McDonald's face controversy amid Israel-Hamas war
Over 150 companies have released statements condemning the initial Hamas attack.
10 months ago
1 year ago
McDonald's unveils 2 new condiments: Sweet and Spicy Jam, Mambo dipping sauce
McDonald's will launch two new condiments, Sweet & Spicy Jam and Mambo sauce, to its popular lineup for a limited time.
1 year ago
1 year ago
Score 50-cent double cheeseburgers at McDonald's on Monday
McDonald's is celebrating national cheeseburger day with a 50 cent double cheeseburger deal.
1 year ago
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McDonald's phases out self-serve soft drinks
McDonald's is officially phasing out its self-serve soft drink machines.
1 year ago
1 year ago
2 women go viral with DIY McDonald’s sundae hack
Two best friends took the internet by storm with their sundae creation that brings together some interesting ingredients.
1 year ago
1 year ago
Over 300 minors found working at 3 McDonald's franchisees: Department of Labor
The U.S. Department of Labor fined three McDonald's franchisees after it was revealed that children were working there in violation of federal labor law.
1 year ago
1 year ago
300 minors, including 10-year-olds, found working at 3 McDonald's franchisees: DOL
The U.S. Department of Labor fined three McDonald's franchisees after it was revealed that children were working there in violation of federal labor law.
1 year ago
1 year ago
McDonald's revamping its classic burger
The fast-food chain is hoping some small changes to how its burgers are cooked will have customers flipping.
1 year ago
2 years ago
Mini horse waits for ice cream in back seat of car at McDonald's drive-thru
A person waiting for their order at a McDonald's drive-thru was joined by an unexpected fellow customer: a small horse waiting patiently in the back seat of a car for ice cream.
2 years ago
2 years ago
How McDonald's is leaning into value amid inflation
McDonald's CMO Tariq Hassan spoke exclusively to "GMA."
2 years ago
2 years ago
McDonald’s CMO talks how fast-food giant is tackling inflation
Chief Marketing Officer Tariq Hassan on how the company aims to keep prices low for families dealing with inflation.
2 years ago
2 years ago
McDonald's to leave Russia
The company said it has initiated a process to sell its Russian business.
2 years ago
2 years ago
McDonald's adds new chocolatey pretzel McFlurry to the menu
McDonald's announced a new limited-time McFlurry with chocolate and pretzel pieces.
2 years ago
3 years ago
Get secret menu items from McDonald’s and more
McDonald’s and other major chains are creating secret menus with delicious combinations of their most popular items.
3 years ago
3 years ago
McDonald's adds 4 new menu item mashups including a hash brown McMuffin
McDonald's has added four new customer-inspired mashups to the menu for the first time ever.
3 years ago
3 years ago
Text from McDonald's CEO appears to blame parents of children who were fatally shot
"The parents failed those kids," the McDonalds chief executive wrote.
3 years ago
3 years ago
McDonald's to make Happy Meal toys more sustainable by end of 2025
McDonald’s announced a new effort to drastically reduce the use of plastics in Happy Meal toys globally.
3 years ago
3 years ago
McDonald's hit by data breach
The burger chain said there was no interruption to operations.
3 years ago
3 years ago
McDonald’s increases minimum wage by 10%
The restaurants will begin paying workers between $11 and $17 an hour, depending on the location. The company is hoping to hire 10,000 more employees in the next three months.
3 years ago
3 years ago
McDonald's launches new campaign to help spread COVID-19 vaccine awareness
McDonald's McCafé cups and seal stickers will help raise vaccine awareness this summer in partnership with the Biden Administration and "We Can Do This" campaign.
3 years ago
4 years ago
McDonald's launching 'McPlant' meat-free burger, new crispy chicken sandwich in 2021
McDonald's announced the meat-free burger during a presentation for investors.
4 years ago
4 years ago
Dozens of Black former franchisees sue McDonald's, alleging racial discrimination
Dozens of Black former franchisees are suing McDonalds, alleging decades of systemic racial discrimination and inequity at the fast-food corporation.
4 years ago
4 years ago
2 McDonald's workers shot in COVID-19 altercation
The female suspect allegedly became angry when told the dining room was closed.
4 years ago
5 years ago
Smallest English county finally caves to welcome McDonald's to town
Residents in Rutland, England have agreed to allow a McDonald's fast-food restaurant in the county.
5 years ago
5 years ago
Executives file lawsuit alleging discrimination at McDonald's
Two African American women executives at McDonald’s Corp. sued the fast-food giant for racial discrimination in a federal lawsuit filed Tuesday in Illinois.
5 years ago
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McDonald's former CEO to receive generous severance pay, stock options
Steve Easterbrook will receive 26 weeks of severance, which will be paid in a lump sum six months after his termination date.
5 years ago
5 years ago
McDonald's CEO fired for relationship with employee
McDonald’s CEO Steve Easterbrook was removed from his position after admitting to a consensual relationship that violates company policy.
5 years ago
5 years ago
McDonald’s launches its 1st takeout-only restaurant in London
The restaurant has no seating areas, replaces cashiers have been replaced with touchscreens and it offers a limited menu including favorites like the Big Mac.
5 years ago
5 years ago
25 sexual harassment complaints and lawsuits filed against McDonald's
The allegations cover 20 cities across the country.
5 years ago
5 years ago
McDonald's faces more than 2 dozen sexual harassment complaints, lawsuits
Multiple women said that they faced retaliation when they reported the behavior, and in some cases say they were; the company's CEO's committed to a "harassment and bias-free workplace."
5 years ago
6 years ago
McDonald's customer gives car to drive-through worker
Chris Ellis said Vicki Anderson made him smile every time he visited the fast-food restaurant in Kansas.
6 years ago
6 years ago
McDonald's manager attacked by woman over ketchup
Police say they are searching for a McDonald's customer caught on surveillance video attacking two employees last month at a restaurant in Santa Ana, California.
6 years ago