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After furious behind-the-scenes lobbying and a clash of the Titans in public, a joint city council committee agreed on Monday to lift Chicago’s ban on sports betting to allow sports betting in and around five stadiums. City council’s zoning and licensing committee advanced the blocked sports betting ordinance to city …
Read More »Will the new bacon law begin? California grocers ask for a delay – NBC Chicago
A coalition of California restaurants and grocery stores has filed a lawsuit to block the implementation of a new farm animal welfare law, adding to uncertainty over whether bacon and others Fresh pork products will be much more expensive or scarce in the state when the new rules take effect …
Read More »Could Illinois see increased mitigation measures as COVID measures increase? Here’s what Governor Pritzker said – NBC Chicago
As Illinois health officials report an increase in COVID-19 measures statewide over the past week, Gov. JB Pritzker asked if the region could see increased coronavirus mitigations. “We’re still looking at everything that has been done over the past few years, but what we’re really focusing on is making sure …
Read More »Dr Arwady says Chicago faces ‘very large’ COVID-19 outbreak as Omicron variant arrives
CHICAGO – Hours before the news of the detection of the omicron variant in Chicago was announced, city health officials warned of an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases in the Midwest during cold weather. Dr Allison Arwady says she prefers the idea of vaccination requirements over closures and …
Read More »Unvaccinated Italians Face New Restrictions As Holidays Approach | WGN 720 radio
through: COLLEEN BARRY, Associated press Posted: Dec 6 2021 / 01:43 CST / Update: Dec 6 2021 / 01:53 CST FILE – A man receives a dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, at a vaccination center located in the Cinecitta cinema studios in Rome, April 20, 2021. Italy makes life …
Read More »US Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.2% as More People Find Jobs | Chicago News
A traveler walks his bags past a hiring sign outside a bar and restaurant on Saturday, October 9, 2021 in Sioux Falls, SD (AP Photo / David Zalubowski) The U.S. unemployment rate fell last month to its lowest level since the start of the pandemic, even as employers appeared to …
Read More »Le Bouchon owners plan modern French restaurant to replace Michelin-starred Entente in River North
It’s not a surprising announcement, but Entente, the Michelin-starred restaurant run by chef Brian Fisher, will not be reopening in River North. The restaurant has remained closed for much of the start of the pandemic – except for a sporadic delivery service – since March 2020, but owner Ty Fujimura …
Read More »Black People Eats Founder Raises Money to Make Chicago a Difference Nonprofit
CHICAGO – It’s the season to give, a message Jeremy Joyce says he doesn’t take lightly. While so many organizations are working to help others struggle over the holidays, Joyce is using her platform to help. “I will continue to be a blessing to nonprofit organizations. It’s in the Chicago …
Read More »Chicago area stores draw small business Saturday shoppers – NBC Chicago
After the holidays were forced to look so different last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Small Business Saturday drew even more attention this time around. From Pilsen to Ravenswood and Rogers Park, Chicagoans have embraced local stores and spent money in their communities, knowing this is where it will …
Read More »The 7 best bars and restaurants that opened in Chicago this fall
Keeping tabs on every restaurant and bar opening in Chicago is crazy. But keep an eye out for the most worthy? Yeoman’s work, and we’re proud to do it. Thus, we present Table Stakes, a monthly recap of the five (approximately) must-see spots that have opened their doors wide during …
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