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Free Cones, Brunch Fire, Businesses Moving Out: IL Business News

Several businesses are leaving one suburb for another, an Easter brunch fire closed a restaurant and a video gaming was OK'd.

ILLINOIS — Video gaming got the OK in one suburb, several businesses are relocating, and a new Starbucks broke ground this week.

Here's a look at some of Illinois Patch's top business stories for the week:

Restaurant Closes After Fire During Easter Brunch

The eatery closed temporarily after hundreds were evacuated from the restaurant during the fire.

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Car Dealerships, Dick's Sporting Goods Leaving One Town For Another

Two car dealerships are leaving one area suburb to build new locations in another, and a Dick's Sporting Goods is doing likewise.

Video Gaming Approved At 2 More Speedway Gas Stations

A total of 11 gas stations in the village are allowed to have active video gaming licenses at once. So far, nine have been approved.

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New Starbucks Breaks Ground

The site for the Starbucks was a former gas station.

'Destination For Mouth-Watering Beef Sandwiches' Opens

It's the sixth Beef Shack in the Chicago area.

Free Cone Day! Get The Scoop At Ben & Jerry's

Try not to scream...for the free ice cream Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop will be serving up for their annual Free Cone Day.

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