Hot Chicken Collaboration | Cherished Boutique Shutters | Bowling Chain Closures Persist

This week in Illinois business news, closures for one bowling chain continue in the Chicagoland; a local boutique shocked devoted customers with sudden closure announcement; and a uniquely yummy collaboration for Nation Sandwich Day.

Additionally, a restaurant could take the place of an old brewery at a former train station.

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

• Fry The Coop Collabs With Stan's Donuts On The 'Maple Long John Hot Chicken' Sammy For National Sandwich Day
• Cherished Local Boutique Announces Sudden Closure
• Another Chicago-Area Pinstripes Closes
• Casa Catrina At Joliet's Union Station: City Council Learns How Much Rent Will Be Paid

The Bottom Line

• Instacart and DoorDash are among several companies offering discounts and relief to SNAP recipients.
• Illinois Democrats penned a $1.5 billion plan that will divert revenue from the Illinois road fund and fuel sales tax to mass transit.—

Deal of the Week

Millions in Illinois are set to lose SNAP benefits starting in November, and food banks in the Chicago area are bracing for a surge of demand. Click here to see where your closest food bank is located.

More Restaurant News

Rebranding Planned For Sweetchilango In Wheaton
Sweetchilango will close Nov. 1 and reopen as Bien Trucha by the end of November.

Chicken Salad Chick Grand Opening Set For Nov. 12 In Glen Ellyn
The fast-casual restaurant, which offers freshly made chicken salad items, sandwiches, soups and more, will be located at 293 Roosevelt Rd.

Fonda de Paula Now Open In Downers Grove
Fonda de Paula is now serving authentic Mexican cuisine and craft cocktails at 1012 Curtiss St., Downers Grove.

Beloved Restaurant Closes Lemont Location
The chain was founded in 1972 and still operates several locations in the Chicago area.

Oswego's 1st Crumbl Cookies Opens On Halloween
The store is planning giveaways to commemorate its grand opening in Oswego.

West 52 BBQ Ecstatic Being In Shorewood: 'Try It Before You Buy It, You Can't Lose': Troy Johnson
Troy Johnson moved his restaurant to Shorewood in 2023 after being in Channahon for several years operating it as Country Blaze BBQ.

Sopranos Pizzeria & Catering Opens In Crest Hill: 'Pizzas, Burgers, Other Delectable Dishes'
The original location for Sopranos Pizzeria and Catering remains nestled in the heart of Lockport at 1527 South State Street.

More Business News

Global Market Foods Opens New Warehouse In Bolingbrook
A ribbon cutting for the new facility was held this week in Bolingbrook.

Prisco's Family Market Reopens After 2-Month Shutdown
The 99-year-old store was closed for repairs after part of a back wall fell during a storm in August, according to a report.

Oswego's New Grocery Store Won't Stay A Mystery For Much Longer: Village
The name of the grocery store being constructed at the corner of Route 34 and Kendall Point Drive could be unveiled as early as November.

Elmhurst Home Spikes To $3.5 Million: Assessor
An increase was expected after its value plunged during a contractor dispute a few years ago.

'Shop & Donate Day' At New Lenox Bakery To Benefit Family Of Late Manhattan Boy
Sugar Shack Cookie Co. will donate a portion of proceeds from Saturday, Oct. 25 to the Hunnicutt family of Manhattan.