A surprise multi-million dollar donation from the Stevens Family has saved San Francisco's Oasis nightclub from permanent closure, allowing it to remain temporarily open while negotiations for ownership and future programming continue, preserving a vital LGBTQ+ cultural space.
A surprise multi-million dollar donation from the Stevens Family has saved San Francisco's Oasis nightclub from permanent closure, allowing it to remain temporarily open while negotiations for ownership and future programming continue, preserving a vital LGBTQ+ cultural space.
A surprise multi-million dollar donation from the Stevens Family has saved San Francisco's Oasis nightclub from permanent closure, allowing it to remain temporarily open while negotiations for ownership and future programming continue, preserving a vital LGBTQ+ cultural space.
SPoT Coffee in Rochester, NY has temporarily closed following health inspection violations, including food from unapproved sources, inadequate food contact surface sanitation, and improper food storage. The company is working to rectify the situation, implementing thorough cleaning and sanitation procedures, and cooperating with the Monroe County Department of Public Health to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
The iconic Pea Soup Andersen's restaurant in Buellton, California, known for its split pea soup, is temporarily closed for renovations, which could take up to a year.
A McDonald's location in Columbus, Ohio was temporarily shut down by Columbus Public Health after a customer reported finding a crack pipe in their order. The customer, Luther Tibbs, discovered the object after leaving the restaurant and promptly returned to raise his concerns with the manager. The health inspection report confirmed the complaint but did not determine the origin of the object. The inspection also revealed construction-related issues and unsanitary conditions within the restaurant. After passing inspection, the McDonald's reopened.
The newly opened Panera Bread restaurant in El Paso's West Towne Marketplace has temporarily closed its doors due to a supply shortage caused by an unexpected high turnout. The restaurant assured customers that they are working to restock and will reopen soon. This is the first Panera Bread location in El Paso.
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced the temporary closure of the Lukeville port of entry in Arizona due to overwhelming migrant arrivals. The area has become a major migration route, with smugglers dropping off people from various countries. Most migrants are walking into the U.S. west of Lukeville and surrendering to Border Patrol agents in hopes of seeking asylum. The closure will allow operations officials to assist in processing the new arrivals. Arizona's senators and governor criticized the closure, calling for better solutions from the Biden administration. The duration of the closure is unclear.
A section of the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina has been temporarily closed due to unsafe interactions between humans and bears. Reports of visitors feeding and attempting to hold a young black bear prompted parkway officials to close the stretch from milepost 367.6 to milepost 375.6. These interactions not only endanger human safety but also put the lives of bears at risk, as they become dependent on human food and wander into traffic or residential areas. The closure aims to protect both humans and bears, and officials will reassess the situation before deciding when to reopen the parkway.
All Philadelphia Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores, along with one in Cheltenham Township, are closed today after at least 18 locations were broken into overnight. No employees were injured, but the decision to temporarily close the stores was made to ensure employee safety and assess the damage. The stores will reopen once it is safe and the repairs are completed.
The eastbound 10 Freeway in City Terrace, California, was temporarily closed after a shooting incident occurred around 4 a.m. It is unclear whether the shooting was a car-to-car incident or if shots were fired from the side of the road. One person was transported, and their condition is unknown. The freeway lanes were reopened around 6 a.m.
The Ann Arbor Art Fair in Michigan is temporarily closing due to predicted severe thunderstorms, with a severe thunderstorm warning issued for the area. The fair will be closed from 3:30 to 5 p.m. on its first day, and organizers are working with the city to assess the situation. The National Weather Service has warned of possible 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail. Visitors are advised to sign up for emergency notifications and stay updated through the fair's Facebook page.
Carson City Saloon, a long-time bar on Pittsburgh's South Side, is temporarily closing its doors for the first time in 17 years following a deadly shooting on Saturday night. The owners made the decision to protect their staff and customers and are calling for action from city leaders to create a safer neighborhood and nightlife district. The bar hopes to reopen in mid-August for football season.
Carson City Saloon, a popular nightspot in Pittsburgh's South Side, has temporarily closed its doors due to recent gun violence in the area. The closure comes after three shootings and ongoing unchecked activity on Carson Street. The saloon plans to reopen in mid-August, pending action from city leaders to address the safety concerns. The incidents are under investigation, and last year, Mayor Ed Gainey and public safety officials took added precautions to ensure safety in the entertainment district.
Vault 237, a locally owned restaurant and bar in Western New York, has announced a temporary closure to address mechanical issues, make changes to the space and operations, and resolve other challenges identified during their first three months of operation. The closure is necessary to ensure the safe use of modernized equipment. The reopening date is currently unknown, but the establishment plans to open as soon as possible.