Chicago Businesses Prepare For Phase 3 As COVID-19 Restrictions Continue
"Let's be clear. Under no circumstances should a move to Phase 3 be confused with crisis over because it is not. COVID-19 is still very much a part of our present."
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"Let's be clear. Under no circumstances should a move to Phase 3 be confused with crisis over because it is not. COVID-19 is still very much a part of our present."
"I just want to open the doors and welcome customers back."
"You cannot believe how many phone calls I got between Wednesday and this morning from people making reservations."
The movement in the governor's office announced Wednesday came about following intense lobbying by the Illinois Restaurant Association, with lengthy meetings taking place Tuesday.
"There's been a couple hiccups where I double booked, but it's just growing pains."
Eyes across the Chicago area turned to the sky midday on Tuesday, as seven Blue Angels jets roared overhead in a patriotic salute to healthcare workers, first responders, essential workers, and COVID-19 patients.
"It's such a rough way to end high school for them. This is an emotional time, and anything I can do to connect with students means the world to me."
"Unlike restaurants, unlike retail, we don't have a product that can be carried out and picked up curbside."
"I've seen coyotes but they have long noses and this has a big cat face."
They want to understand who you are, why you are calling them, how you got their contact information. They have a lot of questions. They are concerned about their well being and their safety."
"Yes it's absolutely frightening, I have to say."
"It has an impact on the viability of the entire community."
"This is not is not a time to give up. This is a time to be resilient steadfast and persistent. Stay prepared so you don't have to get prepared."
In less than two weeks, every penny of the Paycheck Protection Program's $349 billion dollars has been spoken for. Business owners have detailed to CBS 2 how complicated and ever changing the application process was.
He said he's anxious to come back, not just to earn a living, but to also continue serving a neighborhood that needs every business it can hold on to.
"We don't know how many businesses are going to reopen fully. Some may not reopen."
The city's Small Business Resiliency Fund totals $100 million. It provides emergency loans of up to $50,000 to businesses with 50 employees or fewer, with 50% going to payroll. Around 6,500 have applied for their share.
"I just wanted to make one of them happy, make one of them smile. That was my only goal."
The wait for assistance could come as early as Friday, or perhaps a few weeks away.
"If you are an individual who is asymptomatic you don't suspect you are ill with any respiratory illness or coronavirus, you don't need to wear a mask."
One restaurant group in West Town is helping to feed workers struggling to get by.
"Every day a new person is showing up and it's a completely selfless act."
Michael Arundel is organizing grocery runs with his college age friends to keep vulnerable senior citizens out of stores during the COVID-19 emergency. It's all volunteer and free of charge.
The U.S. Senate on Wednesday was expected to approve a stimulus package of more than $2 trillion.
Teuvo Teravainen had two assists as the 'Hawks closed out a perfect three-game homestand.
The teams will meet again in Chicago on Saturday night.
Angel Santiago was diagnosed with testicular cancer during his senior year of high school.
Martinez was at Luther Burbank Elementary, 2035 N. Mobile Ave., as the Special Olympics recognized the school for excellence in inclusive sports programming.
The toys arrived at the hospital on Thursday, and the parents of those children were more than pleased to get help in their time of need.
Martinez was at Luther Burbank Elementary, 2035 N. Mobile Ave., as the Special Olympics recognized the school for excellence in inclusive sports programming.
Henyard had named three people to serve as police chief, village administrator, and village attorney without approval from the village board.
Many, including alderpersons and the members of the incoming elected school board, are denouncing the planned agenda.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.
The strike was deliberately authorized in the midst of the busy holiday delivery season nationwide for a reason—with the Teamsters Union pushing the company for a contract.
The oysters were sold as Fanny Bay, Buckley Bay, and Royal Miyagi.
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
Anyone who has an affected Connie's Pizza in the freezer should either throw it out or bring it back to the store for a refund.
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Wednesday that it had detected presumptive positive human case of H5N1 in Barron County.
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
An even larger investment of $500 million is going toward 10 new outpatient facilities throughout the South Side that will add 85,000 health care appointments each year.
Scientists used the NanoGripper to grab particles from the SARS-CoV2 virus that causes COVID-19.
The strike was deliberately authorized in the midst of the busy holiday delivery season nationwide for a reason—with the Teamsters Union pushing the company for a contract.
Owner Eddie Lakin made the announcement Wednesday. He said the last day for the restaurant at 1571 Sherman Ave. would be this coming Saturday, Dec. 21.
This move was anticipated back in the summer, and comes months after the mortgage company Guaranteed Rate changed its name simply to Rate.
Both President Biden and President-elect Trump have vowed to block the $15 billion acquisition on national security grounds.
The bar has been in the ownership of the same family since 1989.
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
Meteorologist David Yeomans has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024.
Lithium-ion batteries in your tablet, laptop, phone, or even electric toothbrush can be flammable when they’re damaged or overheat. National Consumer Correspondent Ash-har Quraishi reports on efforts to make passengers more aware of the risks.
The giveaway in Chicago will ensure that 800 kids have something under the Christmas tree.
The nonprofit is dedicated to connecting disadvantaged young people with housing, health care, and a human connection. It held the giveaway in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood.
Lawmakers in the U.S. House have a little more than 24 hours to pass a government spending bill.
Police said the man broke into a home in Berwyn and killed two dogs, then later fired at officers in a nearby yard.
Accumulating snow will impact Chicago and surrounding areas through Friday morning.
Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, 22, had been facing hate crime and terrorism charges in an attack on a Jewish man in late October. He has since died by suicide in custody
A California judge issued a restraining order Tuesday against a 20-year-old man who told FBI agents that he had been messaging with the Wisconsin shooter.
Teuvo Teravainen had two assists as the 'Hawks closed out a perfect three-game homestand.
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Now-retired Joliet police Sgt. Javier Esqueda was charged in connection with leaking squad car video of a man who died in Joliet police custody.
The original bus company they paid $10,000 to take them to Tampa left them stranded Wednesday night.
Teuvo Teravainen had two assists as the 'Hawks closed out a perfect three-game homestand.
The teams will meet again in Chicago on Saturday night.
While Sosa did not specifically address allegations he used performance-enhancing drugs, he said he "left it all on the field" and "did whatever I could to recover from injuries."
Edwards shot 8 for 15, including 6 for 13 from beyond the arc for the Ramblers (9-1).
Williams' completion percentage so far this year is 61.9%, which would be lower than any of his three college seasons.
Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, 22, had been facing hate crime and terrorism charges in an attack on a Jewish man in late October. He has since died by suicide in custody
Damonte McCorkle is charged with aggravated kidnapping, two counts of aggravated carjacking, and armed robbery.
Police said the man broke into a home in Berwyn and killed two dogs, then later fired at officers in a nearby yard.
Two other men also have been charged in the shooting and are awaiting trial.
Police said the boy has been charged with four counts of aggravated battery, four counts of robbery, two counts of attempted robbery, one count of armed robbery, and one count of aggravated robbery.
