Salmonella Outbreak at Chicago Taqueria Sparks Multiple Lawsuits
Carniceria Guanajuato, an Avondale taqueria in Chicago, is facing five lawsuits after a Salmonella outbreak that has left at least 56 people ill. The Chicago Department of Public Health has linked the outbreak to the taqueria, with 30% of the cases resulting in hospitalization. One customer remains on dialysis and a ventilator. Inspections revealed improper food storage and other violations, leading to the closure of the taqueria. The investigation into the source of the infections is ongoing.