'Your Chef Is Going To Die' | Insurance Hikes | Teen Business Owner's Sweets Success

ILLINOIS — This week in Illinois business news, a restaurant received more than 200 threatening calls; how a student business owner got her sweets success; and insurance prices increase due to severe weather.

Additionally, new rankings point consumers to the state's best pizzerias, best breakfast sandwiches and top malls.

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

• 2 Illinois Pizzerias Are Ranked Among Top 50 In U.S.
• These IL Malls, Shopping Venues Among the Best In New Survey
• This Is IL's Best Breakfast Sandwich, New Ranking Says
• Death Threats To Western Springs Restaurant: Cops
• Sweets Success: Manhattan Teen Inspires With Food Truck Launch, Passion For Business

Quote Of The Week

"I started when I was 15, and it actually was from my dad—he had a dream that I opened a donut business." - Teen business owner

The Bottom Line

• Chicago has hired more than 28,000 young people through one summer program.
• State Farm is planning a big insurance hike for homeowners, citing increasingly severe weather and rising claim costs.

Freebie of the Week

Diners that sign up for a free My Chili's Rewards account enjoy a free chips and salsa appetizer or a free non-alcoholic drink.

More Restaurant News

Popular Late Night Food Stand Moving Into Skokie: Report
RedHot Ranch, one of Chicago's most popular late-night eateries, is on its way to Skokie next month.

First Watch Set To Open At Naperville's Block 59
The breakfast and brunch spot boasts an extensive menu of omelets, sandwiches, pancakes, bowls, juices and more.

New Downtown Lemont Restaurant Offers Classic Asian Dishes
For its menu, Wok'd will be offering lots of gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options, as well as some classic cocktails.

Suburban Brewery Will Open Second Taproom In St. Charles
Brother Chimp Brewing, which currently has a location in North Aurora, will open a second brewery in St. Charles.

Former Brooklyn Bar Owner Will Help Create Drink Lineup For Cocktails In The Park
He and a longtime Cocktails in the Park volunteer teamed up to create a lineup of three signature drinks for the upcoming event.

New Polish American Restaurant: Pierogi, Black Sheep Polish Sampler Big Hits
Black Sheep Polish American Craft Kitchen is less than a mile from city of Joliet limits. It's at 21125 Division St. in Crest Hill.

More Business News

Plaza Del Lago 'Revival' Will Bring 13 New Stores To Wilmette
The North Shore shopping center is set to welcome 13 new businesses starting this month as part of its revival, officials announced.

Nail Salon Gets New Name, Owners In Glenview
Plush Nail Salon II, formerly Aroma nail salon, is "an oasis for nail artistry" located in the heart of Glenview.

Central Bark Opens Dog Care Facility In Aurora
The Aurora Regional Economic Alliance joined the Central Bark team for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the first location in Aurora.

Gizmo's Fun Factory Is Out, Indoor Slide Park Coming Soon
Slick City will open in the space formerly known as Gizmo's Fun Factory, both companies have confirmed.

Discounted Credit Union 1 Concert Tickets Offered To Tinley Residents
Tickets for select shows are $30 for Tinley Park residents. Limit of four per person.