Massive Move For IKEA | New Trader Joe’s Store | Kratom Sale Ban: IL Business News

This week in Illinois business news: A local city council unanimously bans all kratom sales; a brand-new Trader Joe's location; and a major move for IKEA.

Check out this week's top headlines for Illinois business news on Patch:

• November Opening For Suburban Trader Joe's Grocery Store
• Suburb Issues Citywide Ban On Kratom Sales
• IKEA Leaving Bolingbrook, Moving To New Naperville Location

The Bottom Line

• Burglars crashed a Jeep Grand Cherokee into a bar in Chicago's Little Italy neighborhood, stole an ATM machine and drove away in another car.

Deal of the Week

All October long, Wendy's is celebrating Halloween with its annual Boo Books fundraiser. Each book is $1 and contains five coupons for a free junior frosty and one for a $1.99 kids' meal with any purchase.

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First Watch Restaurant Opening In Joliet, City Council Vote Just Days Away

First Watch serves delicious, made-to-order Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily, its restaurant website proclaims.

Beloved Downtown Algonquin Burger Joint Closes

Cattleman's Burger and Brew served its final customers Wednesday, but owners say the restaurant could return at a new location.

Naperville's Filipino Bistro Is Moving To Oswego

The restaurant is taking over the space that previously housed Asadoras Argentinas Burgers.

Class B Liquor License For 307 N. Chicago St.: New Joliet Bar-Restaurant Called Picanha Y Fuego

The previous establishment, Azul Celeste, had a great reputation for its Mexican food and drinks, but never really captured excitement.

New Jamaican Jerk Restaurant Moves Forward In Frankfort

The business will be located at 19955 S. La Grange Road, within the Hickory Creek Market Place.

Another Jersey Mike's Location Opens In Downers Grove

The village's second Jersey Mike's restaurant opened Oct. 7.

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'Exciting Step Forward' For Care: State Clears Northwestern Medicine To Build New Cancer Center In Orland

Groundbreaking is expected to take place in early 2027, with project completion anticipated in early-spring 2030.

When Darien Coffee, Custard Shops Are Expected To Open

Two chain restaurants are in the works for the old TGI Fridays site.

Shorewood's Greatest Development Ever? Dr. Chow's 'The District' Will Break Ground Near Towne Center

Last December, animal physician Dr. Joe Chow opened his new Rusty Ridge Animal Center on Route 52 near Wynstone Drive. He has bigger plans.

Joliet's Best Octoberfest Party In Ages? Cemenos Pizza Hosting 2-Day Outdoor Festival, Music, Stein Contests

This has been one of the greatest years in the history of Joliet's Cemenos Pizza, started exactly 50 years ago by Joe and Jan Cemeno.

Catheterization Labs Expansion Now Open In Bolingbrook

The $21.6 million, 15,000-square-foot addition is at 500 Remington Blvd.

Bolingbrook Vehicle Stickers Won't Return With IKEA's Relocation: Village

The mayor said IKEA's 27-acre property is owned by IKEA, and the Village looks forward to "opening a dialogue" about property plans.