Amazon Hires Accused Shooter | Must-Try Vegan Dining | Hallmark House May Be Torn Down

ILLINOIS — This week in Illinois business news, Chicago restaurants leading a "green revolution"; Amazon hires a man charged with murder awaiting trial; and a home known as the Hallmark House could be demolished soon.

Additionally, Fly The Coop announced its new Smack Wraps, a new take on its signature sandwich.

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

• Vegan Dishes Are A 'Must Try' At These Chicago Restaurants
• Snag The New Fry The Coop Smack Wraps, Available For A Limited Time, Before They Fly The Coop
• Hallmark House May Be Torn Down
• Amazon Hires First-Degree Murder Defendant In Joliet House Slaying From Last Year

The Bottom Line

• The new $185 million Hollywood Casino Joliet is set to open its doors on Monday.
• News Media Corp., an Illinois-based publisher, announced the closure of dozens of newspapers across five states, leaving many communities uncovered.

Deal of the Week

Back-to-school season is upon us and families are gathering supplies to set their students up for success this year. Here are a few free backpack/supply giveaways:

• Gray's Foods Back To School backpack giveaway
• Ada S. Mckinley Community Services Back To School fair
• The Kindness Campaign’s Back 2 School Bash
  
• Somos Arte Chicago’s Books and Backpacks

More Restaurant News

Taste Food From Around The World At The Forge's Food Truck Fest
Tickets are on sale now for the festival, which runs from noon to 6 p.m. on Aug. 17.

Sushi Restaurant Plans Move Forward In Frankfort
The restaurant will be located at 19951 S. La Grange Road within the Hickory Creek Market Place.

2nd Panda Express Opens In Plainfield
The new location gives Plainfield residents another place to snag the restaurant's beloved orange chicken and honey walnut shrimp dishes.

2 Combo KFC, Taco Bell Restaurants In Kendall County Close: Report
The reason for the closures is unclear, according to a report.

Future Of Leilani Asian Fusion Unclear As 1-Year Anniversary Approaches
Employees say the closure — which is temporary, according to the restaurant's website — was done "abruptly and unexpectedly."

Roc City Bar And Grill In Rockdale: Hulk Hogan Birthday Salute Just Days Away
Wrestling star Hulk Hogan, whose real name is Terry Bollea, died at his Clearwater home after a "serious medical condition," police said.

More Business News

New Mixed-Use Community Adds Nearly 300 Luxury Rentals To Skokie
The Henry at Harms Woods is a new mixed-use community at 5424 Old Orchard Rd in Skokie.

State Rep. Encourages Food Pantry Support After Thefts Disable Food Delivery Trucks
The food pantry had catalytic converters stolen from the two trucks it uses for food deliveries.

Jack In The Box Returns: First Restaurant In Northern Chicago Suburbs Set To Open Soon
After a 40-year absence, Jack in the Box is making its return to the Chicago area, with the addition of restaurants throughout suburbs.

At Home Store In McHenry County To Close
Three of the more than two dozen At Home stores that will be shuttered nationwide are in Illinois.

Major Retailer Sells McHenry County Store
It's currently unclear if JCPenney in Algonquin will stay open once the deal is finalized.

Here’s How Much Money IL Stations PBS, NPR Will Lose From Trump Cuts
President Donald Trump signed a bill canceling about $1.1 billion in government funding to The Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

Downtown La Grange Boutique Closing
The shop was a "beautiful journey and a dream come true," the owners said.

Downtown Mokena's The Dock On Front Street Now Open
Rick and Julie Trafton can't wait to unveil what's been in the works at 11116 S. Front St. It opened Monday, Aug. 4.