McDonald’s Child Labor Violations | New Barnes & Noble | Restaurant Struggles To Survive: IL Business News

This week in Illinois business news, Barnes & Noble's newest locations; local McDonald's owner sued for child labor law violations; and a beloved sushi place fights to stay open.

Additionally, a major credit company is laying off more than 1,000 workers at its former Illinois HQ.

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

• McDonald's Owner Has 550 Child Labor Law Violations: Illinois Attorney General
• Capital One Laying Off Nearly 1.2K Workers At Former Discover HQ
• Beloved Restaurant Hopes To Stay Open Amid Challenges
• Barnes & Noble Unveils New Store At In North Suburbs

The Bottom Line:

• A new Mr. Beef location is open now at Midway International Airport.
• A Chicago vape shop was caught stocking torch lighters that look like handguns despite them being banned.

Deal of the Week

Blaze Pizza is honoring National Pi Day on March 14 by offering 11-inch pizzas for buy-one-get-one for $3.14.

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Everest Fusion Now Open In Downers Grove

The new restaurant serves hot pots, ramen, Korean barbecue dishes and more.

A Tavola By Mancini Now Open In Downtown Glen Ellyn

The new Italian restaurant welcomed its first diners on Feb. 10.

Le Macaron Now Open On Jefferson Street In Naperville

In addition to macarons, the pâtisserie offers sorbet, gelato and other treats.

Blume & Ferris Requests Liquor License Change To Offer Irish Whiskey

The village council will have a first reading of the proposed ordinance, which would permit breweries to sell liquor for retail.

National Restaurant Chain With Many IL Locations Considers Downsizing

A national eatery with over 10 locations in Illinois is closing eateries. Get the details here.

Major Dining, Entertainment Hub In St. Charles: Lou Malnati’s Joins $22M Fox Haven Square Project

The beloved deep dish pizza is coming to St. Charles.

Algonquin Mexican Restaurant Closes After Eviction for Unpaid Rent

Casa Tequilas shuttered its doors following a court order requiring nearly $41,000 in back rent, ending operations at its second location.

Sandwich Chain Opening Elmhurst Location

It will be next to a craft beer shop in downtown Elmhurst.

Darien May See New Chain Restaurant

A zoning application is expected to be submitted, an official said.

Walt's Ice Cream Changes Some Flavors For 2026: 'Last Year, We Started A Testing Process'

2026 marks 100 years for Walt's Ice Cream being a fixture in Joliet. The first location opened in 1926 at Ruby Street's Six Corners.

North Shore Restaurant Month Is Back This March

Diners can explore exclusive offers and special menus from various establishments during the month-long event.

Tavern-Style Pizzeria THE SPOT Opening This Spring In Evanston

THE SPOT aims to bring bold flavors, a lively bar program and a welcoming community atmosphere to Evanston's North Shore.

More Business News

This Popular Grocery Item Recalled: What IL Shoppers Should Know

Nearly 37 million pounds of fried rice, ramen and dumplings were part of the recall, including a freezer-aisle favorite from Trader Joe's.

Chicago Ranked U.S. City With The Most People In Financial Distress

The ranking looked at the country’s largest cities across metrics like average credit score and change in bankruptcy filings year-over-year.

Libertyville Cannabis Dispensary Proposal Withdrawn After Community Pushback

The request by Prairie Retail Holdings LLC was supposed to be on the agenda during a Tuesday village board meeting.

$500K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Woodman's Grocery Store

The winning ticket was sold at the Woodman's in Lakemoor.

Route 14 To Get Coffee Shop In Former Burger King In Cary: Village Administrator

The long-vacant space at 62 Northwest Highway will see a new business move in, village officials said.

Whole Foods Opening Store At The Clove: Village Of Buffalo Grove

Whole Foods will replace a previously planned new Amazon Fresh at the site, with both businesses owned by Amazon.

Walgreens Eliminating 469 IL Jobs In Latest Cost-Cutting Measure: Report

The Deerfield-based company was acquired by a private equity firm out of New York last year.

March First Fridays: More Than 30 Businesses Set To Participate

From live music, St. Patrick's Day promotions and special markets, see what's planned in downtown Aurora for the first Friday in March.

Vintage Market Returns To Tinley Park Brewery, 30 Vendors Lined Up

More than half of the vendor spaces at the March 7 event at Soundgrowler Brewing are dedicated to vintage, the curator said.