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Minimum Wage Hike Forces Iconic Arby’s Closure After 55 Years – Is the $20-an-Hour Law Ruining Hollywood’s Eateries?

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Los Angeles, California – After 55 years in business, a family-owned Arby’s Roast Beef on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood has closed its doors, citing California’s recent $20-an-hour minimum wage law as the final straw. The iconic cowboy hat sign, which has been a fixture at the fast food joint, now reads, “Farewell Hollywood. TY for 55 great years.” The Arby’s location, near Bronson Avenue, ceased operations on Saturday, marking the end of an era for …

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Minimum Wage Hike Disaster: California’s $20-an-Hour Law Forces Popular Mexican Restaurant to Close Doors

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San Diego, California – A popular Mexican restaurant, Salud Tacos, recently announced its closure after almost a decade of serving authentic Latin American cuisine to satisfied customers. The decision comes as a result of various challenges faced by the restaurant, including problems with their lease and the recent increase in California’s minimum wage. Established in 2015, Salud Tacos had become a staple in the San Diego community, but the owner cited difficulties in securing a …

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Minimum Wage Hike in California Forces Fast Food Chains to Slash Jobs and Shut Down Restaurants – Workers and Businesses Struggle with $20-An-Hour Reality

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Los Angeles, California – Fast food chains in California are feeling the effects of a recent minimum wage hike, leading to layoffs and closures across the state. Since the law came into effect on April 1, nearly 10,000 jobs have been cut at chains like Pizza Hut and Burger King. Additionally, popular Mexican chain Rubio’s Coastal Grill filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and closed 48 locations within the state. The California Business and Industrial Alliance …

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