Skokie, IL|News|
First Skokie Insomnia Cookies Location Opening Soon
Show up to the new Insomnia Cookie location in Skokie on May 16 to score a free cookie.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
IL Store Openings
Northbrook, IL|News|
Familiar National Retail Name Makes Comeback With 4 New IL Stores
See where you will be able to go to find this familiar name in home goods that closed its last 11 Illinois spots in 2023.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
Popular Retailer Plans IL Comeback After Closing All Stores
The nationwide chain had been in business for four decades before shutting down in 2024.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
Store Closes After 165 Years | Titanic Exhibit Floods | Jewel To Pay $773M: IL Business News
A Titanic exhibit goes underwater and Jewel-Osco owners owe millions for its role in the opioid crisis: Illinois Business News this week.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
New Darien Chain Store Opens Friday
It is going in the spot of Joann Fabrics, which closed last summer.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Clarendon Hills 'Dead Corner' Being Revived: Officials
The village agreed to give a business a subsidy for beautifying a downtown building.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
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.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
This Popular Sandwich Restaurant Is Opening In Aurora
It’s the shop’s second location in Aurora, and it sits on the border with Batavia.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
Walmart To Lay Off 100+ | Another Brewery Closes | Hospital Sued Over Vaccine Mandate: IL Business News
Walmart plans to lay off more than 100 workers, and a vaccine mandate lands a hospital in hot water: Illinois Business News this week.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
McDonald’s Child Labor Violations | New Barnes & Noble | Restaurant Struggles To Survive: IL Business News
A beloved local restaurant looks to the public for help, plus 500+ labor law violations at one McDonald's: Illinois Business News this week.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
Barnes & Noble Unveils New Store At Westfield Old Orchard
The new bookstore is located just around the corner from its original store at Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center in Skokie.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Popular Eyewear Store Opens In Geneva
The new store, the 15th in Illinois, will be equipped with the brand's full optical and sunglasses assortment and offer eye exams, too.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Beloved Restaurant Closes | McNugget Caviar Kits | Coffee Chains Expanding In Chicagoland: IL Business News
McDonald's offers a uniquely perfect match, and a well-loved community staple is closing after 40 years: Illinois Business News this week.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
Zaxbys Opens 1st IL Restaurant: 'An Incredible Milestone'
The Southern-style fast-food restaurant is serving its signature "Chicken Fingerz" and "Zax Sauce" at its new spot in the Chicago suburbs.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
Asian-Inspired Cafe Opens 1st Location In Walmart
Not only is the new store Bambu's first in a Walmart, but it's also the first to open in the Chicago suburbs.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
New Geneva Cafe Blends Global Flavors With Local Charm
Storybook Cafe in downtown Geneva will open just in time for Christmas.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Legendary Cheese Co. Among Oldest In Midwest | Lego Store Opening | More Red Lobster Woes: IL Business News
This legendary company has been making cheese since 1907, and yet another Red Lobster closes its doors: Illinois Business News this week.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
New Lego Store Opens Doors At Westfield Old Orchard
Lego officials said the new Skokie store is home to the largest range of Lego products, with several in-store features to enjoy.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
Yorkville 'Is A Natural Fit' For New QuikTrip Gas Station, Convenience Store
It's the first QuikTrip to open in Kendall County.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Trader Joe's Is Opening In Oswego, Village President Says, But Location Remains A Mystery
"Obviously, the village has known for a very long time," Village President Ryan Kauffman said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
Opening Date Set For Plainfield Portillo's
The Plainfield outpost, the fourth pick-up-only location, will have double drive-thru lanes and an area inside for pickup and delivery.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Bar 'Ruins' Thanksgiving Dinner | IL College Closes | Major Chain Nixes Exact Change: IL Business News
A local bar & grill vows to ruin Thanksgiving dinner, and a longstanding college is closing down due to financial struggles.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Beloved Pizzeria Sold After 60 Years, Costco's Opening Date, MLB Star Celebrates Cigar Shop: IL Business News
A White Sox Hall of Famer visit brings hundreds to a new business and a pizzeria and local favorite gets a new owner.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
New Coffee Shop Opens In Aurora: It's 'A Cultural Experience'
The new cafe is "one of the few coffee houses in the country proudly serving Harazi beans," grown in the Haraz Mountains in Yemen.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Buffalo Wild Wings Opens 'Go' Concept In Aurora
The new grab-and-go location is celebrating by offering free wings for a year to the first guests in line for the grand opening.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
Yorkville Costco Announces Opening Date
Kendall County's first Costco is opening soon in Yorkville.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Beloved Pizzeria Gets Facelift | Celeb-Inspired Sandwiches | Free Snacks On Metra Trains: IL Business News
Plus: Illinois faces a staggering budget deficit early in the fiscal year, and a coffee shop with devoted fans is coming to the Chicagoland.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
2 New Shops Bring 'Modern Elegance' To Wilmette's Plaza Del Lago
Plaza del Lago's ever-growing collection of shops has gotten bigger, furthering the shopping destination's transformation.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Fan-Favorite Toy Store Opens | Massive Data Center Moving In | Vending Machine For Meds: IL Business News
Plus: the first solar café in the country opening soon, and restaurants that define the best of dining culture today.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Popular Toy Company Opens Permanent Shop In Chicago
A popular toy brand with a loyal global customer base has opened up a permanent store in Chicago.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
Nation's First Solar Cafe To Open In Evanston
The café will soon offer drip coffee, espresso drinks and more while customers get personalized solar energy quotes.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Mega Merger Gets Undone | $1M Lotto Win | Bistro Comes Back From The Brink: IL Business News
A mega merger reversed after 10 years and how a community changed the fate of a doomed bistro: IL business news.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
Shuttered Combo Fast Food Outposts To Reopen As Standalone Taco Bells: Reports
The KFC and Taco Bell locations that closed in Sandwich and Yorkville will reopen as standalone Taco Bell restaurants, according to reports.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
'Community-First' Running Company Opens 2 Stores In Glenview
Runner's Republic and 3rd Coast Lyfestyle, both owned by Matthew Abitbol, are located at The Glen Town Center.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
Popular Aurora Vintage Store Is Relocating To Batavia
The new location will house nearly 50 vendors on one floor spanning 8,000 square feet.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
New Taco Dale Cantina Opens: 'We Are Proud To Call Oswego Home'
The restaurant took over the downtown Oswego space formerly occupied by Tap House Grill.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
Egg Harbor Cafe Wilmette Moves Into Luxury Apartment Community
The popular brunch spot aims to enhance the mixed-use appeal of Wilmette's luxury Optima Verdana Apartments.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Once Mighty Mall Closes | Coveted Collectible Giveaway | NASCAR Races Return: IL Business News
The end of an era for an iconic shopping mall and NASCAR racing back to the Chicagoland: IL business news.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Oberweis Ice Cream Opens First Shop In 5 Years In Winnetka
The nearly 100-year-old ice cream brand is opening its first Winnetka shop this month.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Geneva’s Only Subway Is Now Open
The sub sandwich shop opened in Geneva, neighboring Great Clips and Walgreens at the corner of Bricher Road.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
