Felony Franks, Home of the Misdemeanor Wiener

Slaw and Order: Hot-Dog Stand in Chicago Triggers a Frank Debate - - 'Felony Franks' Is Staffed by Ex-Cons, but Some Neighbors Don't Relish the Name
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Felony Franks encountered friction even before it opened in July. Last year, after securing building permits from the city, Mr. Andrews visited Robert Fioretti, the alderman who represents the area around Felony Franks. "I don't like the name," Mr. Andrews recalls the alderman saying.

Mr. Andrews needed Mr. Fioretti's approval to install a sign in an empty frame that juts from the building. He estimates he could bring in 15% to 20% more revenue with more visibility from passing cars. When the sign company he had paid $1,700 told him permission had been denied, Mr. Andrews called the alderman's office. A staffer, he says, told him Mr. Fioretti wouldn't approve the sign because he didn't like "Felony Franks."

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[theveryelect24]

One 'Prison Rape Panini', please!