Fried chicken lovers in Illinois received disappointing news this week as eight KFC locations across the state permanently closed without warning. According to a report shared by Yahoo News, former employees confirmed the abrupt closures.
The affected locations include four in the Peoria area: Washington, Peoria, Bartonville, and Morton, along with another in Pekin. Additionally, three more KFCs in Rockford and Machesney Park have also shut their doors.
The sudden closures have left many customers and employees in shock, with no prior notice from the parent company, Yum! Brands.
WGN in Chicago reported on the additional closures, highlighting the widespread impact on local communities. As of now, it’s unclear if more Illinois KFC locations will face a similar fate.
For more detailed coverage on the closures, visit this report by Yahoo News.
With this unexpected wave of closures, Illinois residents are left wondering about the future of their favorite fried chicken spots.
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As the situation develops, more updates are expected, potentially revealing the reasons behind these sudden shutdowns and whether other locations might be affected.
