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February 16, 2021, 9:45 PM
Black franchise owner sues McDonald's, cites persistent bias
Franchises in low-income neighborhoods cost more to operate, the lawsuit claims.
February 16, 2021, 9:45 PM
2 months ago
McDonald's sells 'Spam burger' with cookie crumbs in China
The attention-grabbing move has raised eyebrows.
2 months ago
4 months 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 months ago
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Dozens of Black former franchisees sue McDonald's, alleging 'systematic' racial discrimination
Dozens of Black former franchisees are suing McDonalds, alleging decades of systemic racial discrimination and inequity at the fast-food corporation.
6 months ago
6 months ago
Former McDonald's CEO asks court to dismiss case against him
McDonald’s former CEO is asking a court to dismiss the company’s lawsuit against him, calling it “meritless and misleading.”
6 months ago
7 months ago
McDonald's sues ousted CEO, alleging employee relationships
McDonald’s is suing Steve Easterbrook, the CEO it ousted last year over an inappropriate relationship with an employee, alleging he covered up relationships with other employees and destroyed evidence
7 months ago
9 months ago
McDonald's worldwide sales improve as stores reopen globally
McDonald’s sales are gradually improving as more of its restaurants reopen worldwide
9 months ago
10 months ago
2 McDonald's workers shot in COVID-19 altercation
The female suspect allegedly became angry when told the dining room was closed.
10 months ago
1 year 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.
1 year ago
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African American executives file lawsuit alleging racial 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.
1 year 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.
1 year ago
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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.
1 year ago
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McDonald's CEO pushed out after relationship with employee
He violated company policy by having a consensual relationship with employee.
1 year ago
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McDonald's takes a nibble of the plant-based burger
The chain will run a limited test of a plant burger in Canada.
1 year ago
1 year ago
McDonald's enlists Alexa and Google to help with its hiring
Want a job at McDonald's? Just ask your smartphone.
1 year ago
2 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.
2 years ago
2 years ago
25 sexual harassment complaints and lawsuits filed against McDonald's
The allegations cover 20 cities across the country.
2 years ago
2 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."
2 years ago
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McDonald's sales up globally, despite fewer US customers
The world's biggest hamburger chain reported Q4 earnings of $1.42 billion.
2 years ago
2 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.
2 years ago
2 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.
2 years ago
3 years ago
Everything you need to know about the McDonald's salad parasite outbreak
Nearly 300 people have been infected by a parasite in McDonald's salads.
3 years ago
3 years ago
McDonald's workers allege widespread sexual misconduct
McDonald's employees in nine cities have filed sexual-misconduct complaints.
3 years ago
3 years ago
McDonald's workers allege widespread sexual misconduct
McDonald's employees in nine cities have filed sexual misconduct complaints.
3 years ago
3 years ago
Woman climbs through McDonald's drive-through window to steal food and cash
Police are offering a $500 reward for information on the suspect.
3 years ago
4 years ago
167 drivers pay it forward at McDonald's
A customer in the restaurant's drive-thru lane started the chain on Father's Day.
4 years ago
4 years ago
94-year-old woman celebrates 44 years working at McDonald's
Loraine Maurer, a great-grandmother, said she can't retire. "I would miss it."
4 years ago
4 years ago
94-year-old Loraine Maurer has worked at McDonald's for 44 years
The senior citizen says she loves her job as has no plans to retire anytime soon.
4 years ago
4 years ago
McDonald's confirms Twitter account was 'hacked by an external source' after anti-Trump tweet posted
McDonald's said Thursday night that its @McDonaldsCorp Twitter account was hacked, after a tweet that called Donald Trump "a disgusting excuse of a president" was posted.
4 years ago
4 years ago
McDonald's confirms Twitter account was 'hacked by an external source' after anti-Trump tweet posted
The tweet read: “@realDonaldTrump You are actually a disgusting excuse of a President and we would love to have @BarackObama back, also you have tiny hands.”
4 years ago
4 years ago
McDonald's employee jumps through drive-through window to rescue unconscious police officer in Florida
The incident took place at a Miami-area McDonald's on Tuesday.
4 years ago
4 years ago
McDonald's worker rescues unconscious cop at drive-through
A McDonald's employee in Florida rescued a police officer on Tuesday after she became unconscious at the restaurant's drive-through window, according to a local ABC News affiliate report.
4 years ago
4 years ago
Singapore Couple Kicks off Wedding with McDonalds-Themed Stunt
The groom showed up dressed as Ronald McDonald and his groomsmen showed up dressed as McDonalds food items for the "Fetching of the Bride" stunt.
4 years ago
4 years ago
McDonald's Opens Near the Vatican
The fast food restaurant, which is facing criticism for opening only 100 yards from the pope's home, is renting the space from the Catholic Church for over $30,000 per month.
4 years ago
4 years ago
100-Year-Old McDonald's Fan Gets Surprise Birthday Party, Free Meals for Life
An elderly Mickey D's patron was all smiles last week, after the restaurant threw her a surprise 100th birthday party and gifted her with free meals for life.
4 years ago
5 years ago
McDonald's Yanking Activity Trackers From Happy Meals Amid Skin Irritation Reports
The company said it had "limited reports" of skin irritation from the bands.
5 years ago
5 years ago
McDonald's Faces Pressure to Broaden Antibiotics Ban
A charity says that the chain should stop using drugs on all meats globally.
5 years ago