Spicy Chip Death, 'Culinary Odyssey,' No. 1 Resort: IL Business News

ILLINOIS — An Illinois-based corporation is facing a lawsuit after a teenage boy died while doing the spicy "One Chip Challenge," while another chain is selling off dozens of its Illinois locations.

Meanwhile, an Illinois inn that's been around for nearly a century is ranked among the best hotels in the world, and a new restaurant promises to take diners on a "culinary odyssey."

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

Illinois Company Named In Lawsuit After Teen Dies From 'One Chip Challenge'

An attorney for the family said the companies created a "perfect storm" that caused the boy's death, from producing the spicy chip and encouraging people to post videos of themselves eating it, to selling the "poisonous chip" to children. The company behind the "one chip challenge" cited its “clear and prominent labeling highlighting that the product was not for children or anyone sensitive to spicy foods or with underlying health conditions.”

New Eatery Opens: 'Embark On A Culinary Odyssey'

"Opening went great," Fuse'd founder Corey Knowles told Patch on Thursday. "The vibe was really good, high energy. I think people liked the smooth ambiance. It's kind of warm in there with music and lights and fire." The eatery opened in a recently shuttered restaurant space.

Illinois Inn Ranked 66th Best Hotel In World, No. 1 Midwest Resort Hotel For 2024

The 95-year-old hotel is the 6th best resort in the continental U.S. and the 66th best hotel in the world, according to a survey of Travel and Leisure readers. It also ranked

Lox, Bagels, Matzo Balls, Challah Back In Town: Popular Jewish Deli Now Open

Mensch's includes three areas, a full dining room with room for 75 at booths and tables, a small dining area for quick service and a deli case. Bread is baked by a local bakery, while the "vast majority" of its meat and fish are brined and smoked onsite.

35 IL Jewel, Mariano's Stores To Be Sold Ahead Of Merger

Workers at the affected stores were notified with a memo letting them know they'll become employees of C&S Wholesale Grocers once the merger is complete.

Students Shocked By Sudden Closure Of Career College

The school abruptly closed its doors after 122 years, leaving current students in a panic about their next steps in completing their education.