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Tag: Mcdonalds

McDonald’s taps into Minecraft Mania with limited-time movie meals
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McDonald’s taps into Minecraft Mania with limited-time movie meals

By Reel Chicago Mar 24, 2025
From building pixelated Golden Arches to constructing full-on restaurants block by block, Minecraft fans have been showing their love for McDonald’s inside the digital sandbo...
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Jill McDonald is McDonald’s Chief Restaurant Experience Officer
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Jill McDonald is McDonald’s Chief Restaurant Experience Officer

By Reel Chicago Mar 11, 2025
McDonald’s is doubling down on its commitment to winning in chicken and beverages by introducing a Restaurant Experience Team—a dedicated cross-functional group designed to...
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Tariq Hassan to step down as McDonald’s CMO and Customer Experience Officer
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Tariq Hassan to step down as McDonald’s CMO and Customer Experience Officer

By Reel Chicago Jan 27, 2025
McDonald’s USA has announced a significant transition in its marketing leadership. Tariq Hassan, the Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer, will be stepping down af...
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McDonald’s partners with John Cena for McValue Platform launch
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McDonald’s partners with John Cena for McValue Platform launch

By Reel Chicago Jan 10, 2025
Savings just got a permanent ringside seat at McDonald’s as the fast-food giant launches its highly anticipated McValue menu across all U.S. locations. Designed to give custo...
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Tis the season for the return of the McRib with a special treat
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Tis the season for the return of the McRib with a special treat

By Reel Chicago Nov 21, 2024
Tis the season! The long-awaited return of the McRib is finally here. Starting December 3, the fan-favorite saucy sandwich will be available at participating McDonald's loc...
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The marketing marvel of Boo Buckets 
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The marketing marvel of Boo Buckets 

By Barbara Roche Oct 18, 2024
Face it, they're a market marvel and we love them -- McDonald’s Boo Buckets are back!  It's officially that time of year and I have to confess, I can not say no to a new ...
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McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme are teaming up
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McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme are teaming up

By Reel Chicago Oct 11, 2024
The wait is finally over for McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme lovers in Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, as the two beloved brands are teaming up to bring fresh Krispy Kreme dou...
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McDonald’s goes big with Global Collector Cups
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McDonald’s goes big with Global Collector Cups

By Reel Chicago Aug 20, 2024
McDonald’s has long been synonymous with iconic collectibles that evoke cherished memories, from Happy Meal toys to vintage posters and trading cards. Now, the fast-food ...
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Grandma inspires McDonald’s newest McFlurry
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Grandma inspires McDonald’s newest McFlurry

By Reel Chicago May 20, 2024
McDonald’s is inviting fans to celebrate their grandmothers and recreate cherished memories with the launch of the Grandma McFlurry, available for a limited time starting May...
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McDonald’s Breakfast Bagel sandwiches return
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McDonald’s Breakfast Bagel sandwiches return

By Reel Chicago Apr 11, 2024
Love McDonald's? Love bagels? Get your celebration on! The beloved fast-food chain is set to bring back its breakfast bagels to all 14,300 outlets across the United States late...
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$18 for a Big Mac Meal? Consumers tell McDonald’s to bite them
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$18 for a Big Mac Meal? Consumers tell McDonald’s to bite them

By Reel Chicago Feb 6, 2024
The rising cost of living and inflationary pressures are hitting fast-food giant McDonald's hard, leading to significant price increases across its menu items. A Big Mac co...
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McDonald’s doubles the taste of its Big Mac
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McDonald’s doubles the taste of its Big Mac

By Reel Chicago Jan 10, 2024
Did somebody say "Four all beef patties?" In an exciting announcement, McDonald's is set to bring back the legendary Big Mac in a grander, saucier form for 2024 – introducing...
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McDonald’s rings in New Year with Fry Countdown
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McDonald’s rings in New Year with Fry Countdown

By Reel Chicago Jan 7, 2024
It's only January 8, so we can still talk New Year's Eve stunts. As the world eagerly awaited the traditional Times Square Ball Drop to welcome 2024, McDonald's took a playful ...
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McDonald’s launches CosMc’s: A cosmic beverage-led concept
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McDonald’s launches CosMc’s: A cosmic beverage-led concept

By Reel Chicago Dec 15, 2023
This week, McDonald's is venturing into the cosmos with the launch of CosMc’s, a new small-format, beverage-centric concept. The nostalgic and bold concept features a menu of...
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McDonald’s brings back Adult Happy Meal with Kerwin Frost
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McDonald’s brings back Adult Happy Meal with Kerwin Frost

By Reel Chicago Nov 28, 2023
Following the success of its initial adult Happy Meal, McDonald’s is unveiling a second edition in collaboration with DJ and streetwear style creator Kerwin Frost. This marke...
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Crocs x McDonald’s serve up new footwear
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Crocs x McDonald’s serve up new footwear

By Reel Chicago Nov 18, 2023
Love Crocs? Love McDonald's? You're in luck. Now you can be a brand ambassador for both as McDonald's has entered the world of footwear through a collaboration with Crocs. T...
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McDonald’s franchisees divided over Israeli-Hamas conflict
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McDonald’s franchisees divided over Israeli-Hamas conflict

By Reel Chicago Oct 18, 2023
Global fast-food giant McDonald's finds itself entangled in the Israeli-Hamas conflict as franchisees in the Middle East express support for either Israeli troops or Palestinia...
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McDonald’s and RMHC receive $1m in donations
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McDonald’s and RMHC receive $1m in donations

By Reel Chicago Sep 12, 2023
McDonald’s of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana (MOCNI) and Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana (RMHC-CNI), McDonald’s charity of choice...
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CineCity Studios hosts event for Ronald McDonald House on Thursday
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CineCity Studios hosts event for Ronald McDonald House on Thursday

By Reel Chicago Aug 8, 2023
CineCity Studios is hosting a rain or shine benefit for Ronald McDonald House on Thursday, August 10, from 6 - 9 PM. Red Shoe Brew brings hundreds of individuals together for ...
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McDonald’s urges elected leaders to increase wages for all workers
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McDonald’s urges elected leaders to increase wages for all workers

By Reel Chicago Sep 1, 2022
In a surprise formal statement, Joe Erlinger, President of McDonald's USA came out in support of raising minimum wages, stating that elected leaders should help all restau...
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