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politics25 days ago•184 min saved

Trump-Backed Kennedy Center Board Approves Two-Year Renovation Shutdown

Trump-installed Kennedy Center board unanimously approved a two-year closure for renovations, saying the shutdown will speed up critical work on HVAC, electrical, and structural systems, with new seating and marble already purchased. The vote drew opposition from ex-officio lawmakers and Rep. Joyce Beatty, who is pursuing a federal lawsuit over process and voting rights. The plan could affect about 75–175 employees and comes as Trump reshapes the center’s leadership and funding.

via CNN|

#beatty #closure #kennedy-center

business27 days ago•4 min saved

Blazing Bagels Shuts Down All Stores as Bankruptcy Hits

Blazing Bagels abruptly closed all locations amid bankruptcy, offering no warning or severance; stores in Seattle, Redmond, and Bellevue shut down, leaving employees unpaid beyond hours worked.

via KING5.com|

#bankruptcy #blazing-bagels #business

arts-and-entertainment2 months ago•21 min saved

Kennedy Center staff brace for disruption as NSO scouts venues

Kennedy Center workers say they will continue through July 4, but President Trump’s announced plan to close and renovate the center puts the institution in uncharted territory as the National Symphony Orchestra explores alternative venues; unions, NSO leaders and lawmakers from both parties are weighing the center’s future amid the looming disruption.

via The Washington Post|

#arts-and-entertainment #closure #kennedy-center

business2 months ago•18 min saved

Iconic Palo Alto Italian spot Il Fornaio to close after 36 years

Il Fornaio Palo Alto will close after its final day of service on Jan. 18, ending 36 years in downtown Palo Alto. The lease is ending at the el PRADO Hotel, and management says the space is being explored for long-term food-and-beverage concepts; staff describe a strong sense of community and nostalgia as regulars recall its heyday hosting notable patrons. The closure comes after changing dining patterns and pandemic impacts, with the restaurant group continuing at other Bay Area locations in Mountain View, Santa Clara and Burlingame.

via Palo Alto Online|

#business #closure #il-fornaio

business2 months ago•2 min saved

Time Out Market Chicago to close Fulton Market location in January

Time Out Market Chicago announced its Fulton Market location will close on January 23, ending its run that began in 2019 after a mission to showcase Chicago’s top food and drink talents. Time Out Chicago, the media brand, will remain and continue covering the city’s scene. CEO Michael Marlay cited inconsistent foot traffic in the area due to hybrid work and rising operating costs as factors limiting profitability, while thanking vendors, chefs and staff for their contributions.

via Time Out Worldwide|

#business #chicago-food-scene #closure

local3 months ago•2 min saved

Benaddiction in Fresno Closes Its Doors

Benaddiction, a beloved breakfast spot in Fresno known for its eggs Benedict and pancakes, is closing after 13 years due to financial struggles caused by rising costs and a decline in sales, leaving a strong community of loyal customers saddened by the loss.

via ABC30 Fresno|

#benaddiction #breakfast #closure

local-business3 months ago•2 min saved

SE Portland Plant Nursery to Close After 14 Years

A Black- and women-owned plant nursery in Southeast Portland, Birds & Bees Nursery, is closing after 14 years due to financial difficulties exacerbated by recent challenging years, with owners seeking community support to sell remaining inventory and settle debts.

via OregonLive.com|

#closure #gardening #local-business

business3 months ago•3 min saved

Horses Restaurant in L.A. Closes Indefinitely Amid Scandal

Horses, a renowned Los Angeles restaurant known for its modern cuisine and celebrity clientele, has closed indefinitely following a scandal involving its owners' divorce and allegations of animal abuse and domestic violence. The closure was also influenced by structural issues and financial troubles, including tax liens. The future of the restaurant remains uncertain.

via Los Angeles Times|

#business #closure #horses-restaurant

business3 months ago•1 min saved

Compass Coffee Declares Bankruptcy Amid Legal and Sales Challenges

Compass Coffee has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to lawsuits and declining sales, planning to close over half of its cafes and seek new investors, casting uncertainty over its future.

via The Washington Post|

#bankruptcy #business #closure

business3 months ago•1 min saved

Sprinkles Cupcakes and Bakery Chains Shut Down Nationwide

Sprinkles Cupcakes, a popular bakery chain known for its cupcake vending machines, has abruptly closed all company-owned stores after 20 years, with no clear reason provided by the owner or the parent company, KarpReilly. It is uncertain if franchise locations will remain open.

via AL.com|

#bakery-chain #business #closure

business3 months ago•1 min saved

Hardee's Closes Multiple Locations Amid Legal and Business Challenges

Hardee's has closed nearly 80 locations across eight states after suing its franchisee, ARC Burger, for failing to make payments, though there is potential for some locations to reopen in the future.

via Yahoo|

#arc-burger #business #closure

business3 months ago•1 min saved

Fast-food chain closes 80 locations following lawsuit

Nearly 80 Hardee's locations across eight states were closed at the end of 2025 after franchisee ARC Burger failed to make payments and was sued by Hardee's, though there is potential for some locations to reopen under Hardee's management.

via PennLive.com|

#arc-burger #business #closure

local3 months ago•1 min saved

Beers of the World and Local Breweries Announce Closures

Two longstanding breweries in the Rochester area, Beers of the World and Fifth Frame Brewing Company, are closing due to economic and industry shifts, marking a significant change in the local craft beer scene.

via Fingerlakes1.com|

#beer #business #closure

local3 months ago•2 min saved

Saugus Cafe, LA County's Oldest Restaurant, to Close After 140 Years

Saugus Cafe, the longest-running restaurant in Los Angeles County with nearly 140 years of history, is closing its doors on January 4, 2026, due to lease non-renewal, marking the end of an era for the Santa Clarita community and its many famous patrons.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#closure #community #historic-restaurant

business3 months ago•2 min saved

Sprinkles Cupcakes Closes Permanently Amid Private Equity Criticism

Sprinkles Cupcakes, known for its cupcake vending machines and national presence, has shut down after 20 years, with fans expressing sadness on social media. The company was sold to private equity firm KarpReilly in 2012, and its closure has sparked discussions about private equity's impact on restaurant brands.

via ABC News|

#business #closure #cupcake-atms