Anheuser-Busch has announced its plans to close two U.S. breweries and sell a third, marking another significant contraction for the country’s largest beer producer. The changes are set to take effect early this year (as early as February) and will affect approximately 475 full-time employees, according to company statements. Which breweries are shutting down The closures include the Fairfield, California brewery, which [...]
Could your city be next? Red Robin plans dozens of restaurant closures nationwide
Red Robin, the casual dining chain known for gourmet burgers and bottomless fries, is quietly shrinking its U.S. footprint — and more closures could be on the way. As the company works to stabilize its business, dozens of underperforming locations are now on the chopping block, raising concerns for diners and employees alike. Why Red Robin is closing locations The planned closures are part of a long-term turnaround [...]
PepsiCo cut more than 1,200 jobs last year — are more layoffs coming in 2026?
It might be a new year, but for more than 1,200 PepsiCo employees who lost their jobs in 2025, the sting of losing their jobs is still raw. A widespread series of manufacturing shutdowns across three states led to significant job losses last year. Now, many PepsiCo employees are asking themselves, “Is my job next?” California One of the significant closures occurred in Rancho Cucamonga, California, where PepsiCo’s [...]
Another gut punch to California workers: Hundreds of jobs vanish as major beef facility shuts down
Hundreds of California workers believed their jobs were secure in an essential industry. That sense of stability is about to disappear, with the announcement of a beef production facility set to shut down in less than one month. Timeline JBS USA, a subsidiary of the world’s largest meat producer JBS N.V., announced in mid December 2025 that it would permanently close its Swift Beef Company case-ready facility in [...]
Full-fat dairy is in, alcohol guidance changed, and more in new Dietary Guidelines
On January 7, 2026, the United States government released the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, unveiling what officials call the most significant overhaul of national nutrition advice in decades. The new document, issued jointly by the Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture, marks a clear shift in federal dietary messaging and is expected to influence school meal programs, health policy, and [...]
Cutting back on sugar for 2026? Watch for these “healthy” foods
If you’re trying to cut back on sugar this year, you’re not alone. Most Americans exceed the recommended daily limit of added sugar, so most of us could stand to cut back. The bad news is that some of this sugar is hidden in foods that are often thought of as healthy, just like these three… 1. Flavored yogurt Yogurt is often praised for its protein content and gut-friendly probiotics. However, most flavored versions are [...]
