Free meals for kids: Restaurant list for summer 2024

As inflation holds strong, several restaurants are offering deals to lure in new customers. Here are some where kids can eat free this summer.

Los Angeles free lunch program for kids underway at city parks

Free lunches are being offered now through Aug. 2 all summer long at more than 90 parks in the City of Los Angeles.

Cookie dough sold at Costco, Sam's Club recalled due to salmonella risk

The Food and Drug Administration expanded a recall of frozen cookie dough that may be contaminated with salmonella, the organization announced on June 6. 

LA Clippers roll out Intuit Dome food menu: What to expect

From Clipper Dogs to empanadas, the food menu at the Intuit Dome has been revealed. Here's what you can expect.

LA County free summer lunch program returns to 20 libraries

Free lunch will be available for kids and teens on a first come, first-served basis from June 17 to Aug. 9.

Joey Chestnut won’t be competing in the 2024 Nathan’s hot dog eating contest; here’s why

According to Major League Eating, the establishment that hosts the famous hot dog eating contest, Joey Chestnut chose to continue representing the rival brand over participating in the contest.

Blaze Pizza relocating California headquarters

LeBron James-backed chain Blaze Pizza is relocating its Pasadena headquarters to Atlanta two months after the state increased the minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 back in April.

'Kuya Lord' owner named California's 'Best Chef' by James Beard Awards

LA chef Lord Maynard Llera of Filipino restaurant Kuya Lord on Melrose just won one of the most prestigious awards in the culinary world.

Free root beer floats for life for anyone over 100 from A&W restaurants

A&W, America's oldest franchised restaurant chain, is celebrating its 105th birthday with a unique celebration honoring the Greatest Generation.

Wendy's reveals new summertime Frosty flavor

Wendy’s latest frozen dessert is expected to debut on June 10. Here’s what you need to know.

Lab-grown meat bans: states taking action and the future impact

Several U.S. states, including Florida and Alabama, have recently banned the sale of lab-grown meat, citing safety concerns and traditional farming protection, leading to significant challenges and uncertainties for the industry's future despite initial optimism after its approval in June 2023.

Fight at Vallejo Chipotle under investigation

A food fight between customers and an employee at a Chipotle in Vallejo is under investigation, the police department confirmed.