$100K+ Hall Of Fame Vacation | Eatery Fundraises For Beloved Server | Free Slurpee Day

ILLINOIS — This week in Illinois business news, a restaurant is raising money to help its most-loved server after a terrible fall; stay in Michael Jordan's former mansion for only $100,000; and how to get two free treats this Slurpee Day.

Additionally, a drive by shooting at a bar in Chicago during a rapper's album release party left four dead and 14 wounded.

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

• Have A Spare $100K? Now's Your Chance To Stay A Week At Michael Jordan's Former Home
• Plainfield Pizza Parlor Raises Money To Help 'One Of Your Favorite Servers'
• Evanston Businessman Convicted For Bank And COVID Relief Fraud Schemes: Authorities
• 4 Dead, 14 Wounded In Drive-By Shooting Outside Chicago Bar

Quote Of The Week

"When I arrived last night it was absolute chaos, from people screaming to blood on the streets, to people laying on the streets." - Chicago pastor Donovan Price

The Bottom Line

• The Village of Dolton, the hometown of Pope Leo XIV, voted unanimously to take control of his childhood home.
• Three business on Chicago's South Side reported their ATM machines stolen in the early morning hours.

Freebie of the Week

Every summer, 7-Eleven customers flock to the convenience store to score their free Slurpee. New this year, 7-Eleven is also offering loyalty members who scan their app while getting their free treat a coupon for a second free Slurpee.

More Restaurant News

Korean Bakery Chain Paris Baguette Opening Up In Evanston
The owner of Evanston's Paris Baguette said she saw a need for a comfortable place with quality sweet treats in the community.

CAVA Opens Fourth Location In Illinois In Bolingbrook
The fast-casual restaurant chain offers Mediterranean-inspired bowls, pitas, dips and dressings.

Popular 7-Brew Coffee Could Be Bringing Drive-Thru Coffee Stand To Crystal Lake
The Crystal Lake City Council will vote tonight on a proposal to move the coffee shop into a former KFC location along Northwest Highway.

Candy Cloud Will Be 'Oswego's Newest Sugar Rush Destination,' Village Says
The Oswego location marks Candy Cloud's fifth in Illinois.

Joliet's Next Great Restaurant Opportunity: Empty Burger King Finally Hits Real Estate Market
Can you see yourself as the new proud of the Burger King property near Interstate 80 and Houbolt Road?

More Business News

Movie Theater Chain Files For Bankruptcy: How Chicagoland Location Will Be Affected
Cinemax Holdings USA has filed for bankruptcy for the second time in five years. Here's how its Chicagoland location will be affected.

Marbella Resale Shop Brings Luxury Fashion To Homer Glen
The "high-end and designer consignment" store offers luxury fashion for more accessible prices.

Orland Park Man's COVID Test Fraud Scheme Funneled $153M To Suburban Lab: Feds
The suburban man caused $233 million in fraudulent claims to be submitted, pocketing $60 million for himself, according to the indictment.

L-W Business Women's Org Awards $42K In Scholarships To Local Women, Celebrates Recipients
The group celebrated the recipients at a dinner on June 17.