The deal allows Act III to acquire more shares and earn voting commitments through 2027

Minimum wages increased in 21 states on Jan. 1, and more hikes are expected later in the year

The state law, which went into effect on Jan. 1, is meant to prevent employers from organizing mandatory meetings that could discourage unionization

The Third Circuit Court upheld the NLRB’s 2021 ruling, finding that Starbucks illegally terminated two employees in Philadelphia

Krispy Kreme online ordering returned on Dec. 30 after its information technology systems were attacked at the end of November

The accepted offer by the Mexico-based franchisee bests one by former TGI Fridays CEO Ray Blanchette

The fast-casual chain said it could consider a reverse stock split to bring its share price back into compliance

Plus innovation at Bar Louie, Bibibop Asian Grill, Chick-fil-A, Cowboy Chicken, Del Taco, Dog Haus, Dunkin’, IHOP, Just Salad, Krystal, Mooyah, Pokeworks, Scooter’s Coffee, Sunny Street Café, Velvet Taco, and White Castle

As part of the new master franchise agreement, royalty fees will remain at 6% for 10 years