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Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings Plans Naperville Opening
The chain's first location in New York is a multi-year Michelin-recommended restaurant.
The Rec League Applies For Liquor License As Projected Opening Nears
The Rec League's liquor license application will be reviewed at the Oct. 1 Downers Grove Liquor Commission meeting.
New Golden Wok II Location Now Open In Glen Ellyn
The eatery reopened in mid-August after closing temporarily in February when its original owners retired.
Embers, 933 Speakeasy To Temporarily Stop Restaurant Operations
The Lockport restaurant said it hopes this is "simply a pause, not a goodbye."
Lou Malnati's St. Charles Opening Targeted For Late October
The 71st location of the Chicago pizza chain will be the first to feature elements of its new brand refresh, company officials said.
2 Illinois Restaurants Make Elite List Of America's Best By New York Times
A 16-person scouting team traveled across the country for the list.
Alcohol Returning To 'Crowded' Hinsdale Restaurant
The new owners plan to add dinner service.
Power Outage Closes Several Businesses Along Route 14
The power was out at Starbucks, Panera, Fresh Market and many more Monday morning.
Ravinia Announces Record $38M Gift For Martin Theatre Renovation
Ravinia said the project will modernize the 1904 theater while preserving its historic Arts and Crafts design.
Downtown Evanston Apartment Complex Pending Sale Could Set Local Benchmark: Report
Draper & Kramer is under contract to buy the 268-unit Albion Evanston at 1500 Sherman Ave.
Popular Retailer Closes Over 100 Stores Nationwide, Including In IL
No official reason has been given by brand leadership for the nationwide closures of Scrubs & Beyond stores.
Skokie-Niles Village Crossing Changes Hands In $122M Deal
The new owner said it will target small-shop retailers and restaurants and modernize parts of Village Crossing.
Wheaton To Vote On Amending Liquor Code To Include Alcohol-Infused Products
The city council will vote Monday on the amended code, which would include items like whipped cream, gelatin products and popsicles.
L.L. Bean Announces Grand Opening Details For Naperville Store
The grand opening festivities will start with popup appearances from the L.L. Bean Bootmobile.
Smack Dessert Now Open In Lombard
The new dessert shop, whose self-proclaimed mission is to "hit different," hosted its grand opening in early August.
IL's Richest Person Is Worth $44.4B, Ranks 24th On Forbes 400
A total of 18 Illinois residents made the 45th annual list from the global media and publishing company.
Glow Sauna Studios Plans November Opening In Glenview
The new Waukegan Road wellness studio will offer infrared sauna and light therapy, with a Founders Club limited to 100 memberships.
$1.04B Powerball Winner Comes Forward In Illinois
The anonymous winner chose the lump-sum option after buying a single $2 Quick Pick ticket in Quincy.
Spirit Halloween Opens 56 Stores In IL: Here's Where
While spooky season is still a month away, some of the nation's most popular Halloween stores are already open.
Winning $1 Million Illinois Lottery Ticket Sold At Tony's Fresh Market On Cermak
Some lucky person got a million-dollar payday in Monday's Lotto Million 1 drawing on a ticket bought at Tony's Fresh Market on Cermak Road.
Grocery Chain Still Plans Willowbrook Location Near Route 83
The village bought a property for redevelopment. The store is planned there.
Co-Warehousing Hub Set For Elmhurst, Saltbox's 1st In Midwest
The 114-suite facility will combine private warehouse and office suites with shared infrastructure, the company said.
The 74-acre subject property is located within unincorporated Will County.
For Sale: West Jefferson Street Shopping Plaza With 57 Percent Occupancy, But Is This Right Price?
Current contractual base rent totals approximately $103,800 annually, or $8,650 per month, according to the listing on LoopNet.
Tinley's Ale Trail Trolley Will Roll Again For 'Ghouls' Night Out'
The Halloween-themed trolley circuit is set for Wednesday, Oct. 28.
Lotto Ticket Sold At Crete Circle K Wins $200,000
The ticket matched all five numbers in the Saturday mid-day drawing, lottery officials said. Winner has one year to claim the prize.
Popular Bar, Liquor Store That 'Has Proudly Served Joliet's West Side For 15-Plus Years' For Sale
Brian Bessler of Joliet's hometown Karges Realty, revealed that Karges is trying to sell the business, no real estate included.
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