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Two-thirds of Taste of Chicago vendors flagged over health violations

Original: Two-thirds of 2026 Taste of Chicago food vendors were flagged with health code violations

A Chicago Sun-Times report found that two-thirds of the food vendors signed up for the 2026 Taste of Chicago had been flagged for health code violations. The finding raises questions about vendor vetting for one of the city's biggest food festivals and has prompted discussion about inspection standards and how past violations should affect participation.

Why now: A major local news report on food safety violations at a popular city festival drew wide attention.

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• Two-thirds of 2026 Taste of Chicago food vendors were flagged with health code violations · WBEZ Chicago
• Two-thirds of 2026 Taste of Chicago food vendors were flagged with health code violations · Chicago Sun-Times

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