This week in Illinois business news, a county's oldest business is closing; a Titanic exhibit follows in the famed ship's footsteps; and Jewel-Osco's owners to pay $773 million in opioid crisis settlement.
Additionally, tenants in a beleaguered suburban mall were forced to vacate due to serious safety issues.
Check out this week's top headlines for Illinois business news on Patch:
Deal of the Week
In celebration of 4/20, several companies are rolling out deals for when the munchies hit on Monday, including:
Crystal Lake McDonald’s Set To Be Demolished, Rebuilt
City officials approved plans to replace the longtime Route 14 location with a modernized building and updated drive-thru.
Oberweis, Giordano's Partner For New Concept In Naperville: Report
The popular pizza and ice cream brands are joining forces with a dining concept that's the first of its kind.
Patch's latest exclusive involving a Joliet theft.
Mokena's SunKissed Greenz is ready to celebrate the shop's 3rd anniversary, in conjunction with 420.
Burr Ridge Criticizes Restaurant Chain Over Code Issue
An official said the company's failure to seek a permit "really bothers me."
Restaurant Week Kicks Off April 20 In Lisle
This year, more than two dozen restaurants will offer special menus and discounts for Lisle Restaurant Week.
Mendocino Farms Opening First Suburban Location In Vernon Hills
California-based sandwich and salad chain will open April 21 at Mellody Farm, expanding beyond its two Chicago restaurants.
Restaurant Chain Coming To Hinsdale Train Station
It would replace an eatery that concerned the former village president.
2 Chain Eateries May Come To Darien
They would replace an old restaurant that closed in 2024.
Plans Approved For New 7 Brew Coffee Location In St. Charles
The drive-thru coffee chain is one step closer to expanding locally, according to media reports.
Joliet Gains A Uni Uni On Essington Road: 'Thank You For Choosing Joliet'
The grand opening for Joliet's new Uni Uni will take place this Friday.
Starbucks Rolls Out Chicago-Area Cafe Makeovers With Suburban Locations Part Of Major Expansion
More than 90 coffeehouses have been updated across Chicagoland as nearly 200 stores are set for a redesign by September.
Retail Chain Closing All Locations, Including 4 In IL
The chain's last day in business was Monday.
Illinoisans Could Receive $102 Payout From Trader Joe's Class Action Settlement: See If You Qualify
The plaintiff claimed Trader Joe's printed the first six and last four digits of credit or debit cards on receipts for a few months in 2019.
Dutch Bros Coffee Plans New Drive-Thru Location In Algonquin
The proposed shop on Randall Road would be the company's second location in McHenry County if approved.
Coffee Shop Planned for Darien Shopping Center
It would be in a new standalone building, featuring a drive-thru.
New Business Taking Over Soon-To-Be-Closing Galowich YMCA: Joliet City Officials Review This Plan
The petitioner intends to partner with local youth organizations to promote youth athletics and to fully use all amenities of the facility.
St. Charles Spring Shop Crawl Returns With Deals At 25 Local Stores
Shoppers can visit participating businesses April 25 to 26 and enter to win one of two grand prizes valued at more than $300.
New Darien Chain Store Opens Friday
It is going in the spot of Joann Fabrics, which closed last summer.
Velvet Stitch House, A New Needlepoint Shop, Is Coming To Evanston
Founded by Evanston local Becca Zikakis, the shop will combine needlepoint retail with community events.
Real Estate 'King' Retires After Nearly 5 Decades, But Family 'Keeps The Kroll Name Going'
Mokena's Tony and Mary Kroll may be retired from real estate, but their legacy of hard work continues with a second, third generation.
$10M Burr Ridge Estate Targeted For New Development
A developer wants to turn the property into a 55-and-over subdivision. The motto is "Downsize Without Compromise."
Willowbrook To Get Chain Grocery Store, Set For Long-Vacant Site
The chain has more than 600 locations across the country, including 23 in Illinois.
Large Elmhurst Employer Plans Big Expansion; More Workers Expected
Hundreds more employees will work on site after the project, the company said.
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