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Storms Force Businesses To Close | Car Plows Into Salon | Ice Cream Shop Expands: IL Business News

Storms cut power for days at a local restaurant, and a popular ice cream chain is planning new suburban locations.

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This week in Illinois business news, storms cut power at a local restaurant for days; a salon bounces back after a car plowed into its glass facade; and an ice cream chain is adding more suburban locations.

Additionally, local authorities are considering changing an outdated policy that prohibits standalone tattoo shops.

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Deal of the Week

To celebrate National Onion Rings Day on June 22, Jack in the Box is offering rewards members a free order of onion rings when you order $5 or more online or in app.

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Eatery Planned For Wok n Fire Space In Burr Ridge

The new restaurant plans to open this month in the Village Center shopping center.

Paris Bistro Closes For Good In Naperville

The bistro made the announcement via social media Sunday.

The Lucky Monk Seeks Liquor License Amid Plans To Open At Former Brick House Tavern Spot

The South Barrington-based brewpub plans to serve house-brewed beer, wine, cocktails and more both indoors and outdoors.

Lisle To Review Evviva! Bar And Eatery's Proposal For Anniversary Block Party

The village's public art and special events advisory committee will review the proposal at its June 9 meeting.

Lemongrass Thai Now Open In Woodridge

The family-owned restaurant focuses on serving authentic Thai cuisine.

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The Forge: Lemont Quarries Introduces Whiskey Fest

The event will have whiskey tastings, live music and local food vendors on Saturday.

Winnetka's The Lake Effect Opens In Former Chestnut Street Flowers Space

The Lake Effect opened at 547 Chestnut Street, introducing a curated retail concept inspired by the North Shore.

'Best Coffee Shop In Illinois,' Social Butterfly's 1-Year Anniversary Offers Joliet Block Party Festival

Social Butterfly opened in the summer of 2025. It's located in the 3-TEN Building, at 310 N. Ottawa St.

Downtown Frankfort Businesses Reopen After Power Outage Closures

Help support downtown Frankfort businesses after a day of closures on Thursday due to power outages.

Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre Offers Discounted Concert Tickets For Tinley Residents

Tickets for select shows are $30 for Tinley Park residents. Limit of four per person.

Highwood's 28 Mile Distilling Launches Rock the Rails Summer Music Series

Rock the Rails will bring weekly 8 p.m. performances to Highwood through August, with shows ending before the last train.

Massage Chain Coming To Burr Ridge, With 25 Employees Expected

The business would go in the same space as a former physical therapy office.

'Luxury' Housing Planned In Burr Ridge, Replacing Old Estate

The houses would cost up to $2.7 million, helping the local tax base, the developer said.

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