This week in Illinois business news, a drunkard was cited for allegedly trespassing at multiple restaurants; a popular diner is back up and running after a brief closure; another national coffee chain is moving in.
Additionally, a brand new lineup of Bourbon County Stout will hit shelves this Black Friday.
Check out this week's top headlines for Illinois business news on Patch:
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Deal of the Week
National Chicken Finger Day is July 27, and Raising Cane's is offering a free extra chicken finger with any Box Combo, with $1 from each combo supporting charity.
Chicken Fast-Food Franchise Coming To Bolingbrook: Reports
The business announced in June that it has a seven-unit development agreement for the Chicago area.
Polish, European Restaurant In Channahon Calls It Quits Months After Trying Carryout Only Format
Delight Wish Diner Express & Liquor Store is located on Route 6/24725 West Eames Street in Channahon.
Joliet Restaurant Available On Real Estate Market: Joliet's City Center Partnership
In 2023, Laura Montiel and her husband Pilo Corral opened Azul Celeste Bar & Grill at the north end of downtown Joliet.
'Ted Lasso' Ice Cream Flavor Returns To All Jeni's Shops In Chicago
The limited-edition "Biscuits with the Boss" flavor combines salted butter sweet cream ice cream with pieces of shortbread cookies.
Dumont Creamery & Café Nears Opening Of 1st IL Location In Naperville
The Indian-inspired ice cream shop is set to open soon at Block 59.
Evanston Vegan Restaurant Closing After Just 6 Months
The downtown Evanston vegan restaurant has closed, with some menu items moving to Evanston Corner Bistro.
Chicago Eatery Plans Elmhurst Location, Expected To Open Soon
Donut shops previously occupied the downtown space.
Flipside Brewing To Mark 4th Anniversary With Bash, Burgers, Exclusive Beers & Balloons
Flipside Brewing owner Erik Pizer will celebrate the brewery's fourth anniversary with a party on Saturday, July 25.
Skokie Theater Getting Major Upgrades Under New Ownership
Under new ownership, the Skokie Theater is set to get several improvements, including a new bar, improved seating and feature restoration.
Popular Coffee Chain To Open Romeoville Location
The coffee chain is one of the tenants announced in a retail redevelopment concept plan in Romeoville.
Bengtson's Farm Begins Hiring For 2026 Fall Fest
This year's fest will run from Sept. 4 to Nov. 8.
Colectivo Coffee Announces New Central Street Cafe In Evanston
Colectivo said its second Evanston location will bring coffee, breakfast, sandwiches and bakery items to Central Street.
Oswego Trader Joe's Will Likely Open This Year: Village
The sign for the beloved grocery store, the first to open in Kendall County, went up earlier this month.
Winning $650K Lucky Day Lotto Ticket Sold In Naperville
The winning ticket was sold at a convenience store in Naperville.
Lake Forest Lands Among Top 12 SWALCO Sites For Textile, Shoe Recycling
Lake Forest residents recycled 31,785 pounds of textiles and 1,605 pounds of shoes through SWALCO in 2025.
Proposal Approved For Practice Facility At Bolingbrook Golf Club
The Board approved the second phase of construction for the club's outdoor practice facility.
Morton Arboretum Plans 'Most Ambitious Installation Ever' For Illumination: Holiday Lights
The arboretum recently unveiled this year's dates for the annual Illumination holiday lights show.
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