This week in Illinois business news, an employee was fired after he was charged in a fatal boat crash; a local hot dog joint’s regular menace; and a fresh new holiday celebration
Additionally, an Illinois toy company is going after the Trump administration again over import taxes
Check out this week’s top headlines for Illinois business news on Patch:
- Company Fires Man Charged In Fatal River Crash
- Man Who Often Causes Mayhem At ‘Sacred’ Hot Dog Joint Captured By Police Once Again
- New Immersive ‘Christmas On The Fox’ Holiday Pop-Up Coming To Chicagoland
- IL Toy Company That Won $10M Suit Files New Lawsuit Challenging Trump Tariffs
- Oscar Mayer celebrated the 90th Anniversary of its Wienermobile with a “delightfully outrageous” wiener cake.
Deal of the Week
As parents gear up to send their kids back to school, Staples is giving away free school supplies through August. Here is what you can get for free each week at participating stores:
- August 2–August 8:Free Eccolo Password Journal
- August 9–August 15: Free Paper Mate InkJoy Gel Pens (2-pack)
- August 23 (Sunday Only):Free NeeDoh Groovy Glob with a qualifying purchase of $50 or more in-store or $100 or more on Staples.com.
- September 6–September 12: Free Staples Tote Bag
More Restaurant News
Glen Ellyn Candy & Cones Marks 1 Month Of Business In Village
The rebranded ice cream and sweets shop opened its doors in downtown Glen Ellyn in late June
Vegetarian Cuisine, Cooking Demos, Yoga And Meditation Tent: Veggie Fest 2026
The two-day festival features cooking demos, expert talks and more than two dozen vendors serving vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free fare
Darien Chain Restaurant Wants Electronic Sign, Seeks Exception To Rules
Other towns allow such signs. Darien is considering doing the same
Willowbrook Asian Restaurant Closes Doors
The eatery was established two decades ago. A sale is reported as pending
More Business News
Tinley Park Sports Dome Collapses In Storms
The sports dome was toppled by tornado-force winds Monday
Med Spa, Dog Wellness Center, Beef-Tallow Restaurant Open In Glenview
The businesses celebrated recent openings with ceremonies held between late June and mid-July
Lock & Mule Closing For Good This Week In Lockport
The business is closing after five years, but owners say, “this location will soon begin a new chapter.”
Darien Pool Hall Still Appears To Be In Works
A renovation seems to have started. A gym formerly occupied the space
A Burr Ridge Athletic Facility? No, Officials Say
The village plan “greatly diminishes” the property’s value for development, the owner said
Business Jet Incident Temporarily Closes Chicago Executive Airport
Limited flight operations resumed Tuesday evening as officials worked to remove the aircraft and restore full service
Johnnie-O To Open First Standalone Midwest Store At Wilmette’s Plaza Del Lago
The new Wilmette boutique connects founder John O’Donnell’s hometown ties with the brand’s Midwest debut
Bolingbrook’s Picklr Celebrates Grand Opening On Saturday
Two pro pickleball players will be at the grand opening to celebrate
$5M Mega Millions Ticket Sold At Illinois Gas Station
The retailer will receive a $50,000 bonus for selling one of the drawing’s biggest winning tickets
Darien Store Now Has Power After 3 Days Without
Only a tiny fraction of ComEd customers are still affected
