Midwest Hamburger Chain Restaurant Closures Hit Hundreds of Locations

We’re watching a big shift in the fast‑food scene across the Midwest and beyond. A number of hamburger chains are announcing large‑scale closures of stores. These closures are hitting hundreds of locations, including in states like Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana. This trend matters because it touches employees, communities, and local economies. We’ll explore why these closures are happening, what their effects look like, how they fit into wider industry trends, and what may come next.