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Car Hits Picketer, Crashes | Dutch Bros Delayed | Golf Course Blamed For Flooding: IL Business News
A driver crashes after intentionally hitting another IKEA picketer, and a golf club gives locals the grumps.
This week in Illinois business news, why residents are blaming a golf course for local flooding; a council drags its feet on a coffee chain proposal; and another IKEA picketer was hit by a car before the driver crashed.
Additionally, a suburban shopping mall has historically been located at the wrong address, but nobody knows why.
Check out this week's top headlines for Illinois business news on Patch:
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- Mystery Surrounds Suburban Shopping Center's Address
- IKEA Picketer Run Over, Fleeing Motorist Crashes Into Office Building
- Upset Residents Blame Golf Club For Flooding
- Vote On Local Dutch Bros. Proposal Delayed
The Bottom Line
- Residents of a Chicago high-rise have formed a tenant' union to help fight rising rents and maintenance issues.
- A new quantum computing development built on Chicago's South Side is expected to significantly help the state's economy, officials said.
Deal of the Week
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In celebration of the National Park Founder's Day this year, any national parks in Illinois that charge admission will waive the fee from Aug 25 through 28.
More Restaurant News
The new restaurant would open in the Brookside Commons Office Centre off of Lincoln Highway.
Hawaiian Bros. Restaurant Opening New Joliet Location: City Council Reviews Drive-Thru Permit
The applicant has submitted a site plan to the Department of Public Works showing the operation of the proposed drive thru.
Foxtail At Glen View House Opening In Downtown Glenview
The restaurant opens to the public Thursday after renovating the historic Glen View House space.
It's Lights Out For This Joliet Bar And Restaurant: 'Thank You To Everyone Who Supported Us'
Many of you became more than just customers, you became friends, the now-closed Joliet bar and restaurant shared over the weekend.
More Business News
Major Food Company Closing IL Facility, Eliminating 2,500 Jobs
Elected officials described the closure as "devastating for the 2,500 skilled union workers impacted by the closure" of the plant.
L.L. Bean Sets Sights On September Opening In Naperville
The store will be located at Naperville's Westridge Court.
State Rep. La Ha Recognizes Folklore Coffee As Business Of The Month
La Ha honored the local business for its commitment to serving the community and contributing to the economic vitality of the district.
Safety Concerns Prompt Grayslake To Postpone Data Center Meeting
Thursday's final public comment session on the proposed data center moratorium was postponed following a threat, village officials said.
Resale Boutique, To Be Known As Maison Maryanna, Seeks Joliet City Council's Approval Next Week
The business would be situated within an existing mixed-use building that has hosted comparable retail businesses over the years.
Tinley Chamber's Oktoberfest Back On For 2026
Oktoberfest is set for Sept. 18–20, now to be held at Harmony Square.
Elmhurst Metra Station Project Delayed Again
Its cost has nearly doubled over the last six years. Outside grants are expected to pay for most of the work.
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