Curfew goes into effect in Chicago for non-essential businesses
A 10 p.m. curfew went into effect Friday night for all non-essential businesses in Chicago, and restaurants are already feeling the strain.
Restaurant defies Pritzker's closure orders in attempt to stay afloat
John Scianna from Italian Pizza Kitchen in Roselle talks about why he is keeping his restaurant open despite threats from Gov. J.B. Pritzker to shut down establishments that don't follow guidelines and closure orders.
Some suburban restaurants, bars to remain open indoors despite Pritzker's order to shut down
In less than 48 hours, suburban counties will be under another round of COVID restrictions, including no more indoor dining. However, some restaurants are refusing to take the order.
Lovin' Local: Vive Massage in Park Ridge
Geri and Paul Balazs from Vive Massage talk about how their business has fared during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lovin' Local: Afro Joe's Coffee & Tea
Kendall Griffin talks about launching Afro Joe's Coffee & Tea in the middle of a pandemic.
Hamburger Mary's in Andersonville closing down, hopes to reopen in spring
A popular spot for burgers and drag shows since 2006, Hamburger Mary's is shutting its doors at the end of the month with hopes of reopening some time next spring.
DeKalb County teen becomes young Georgia restaurant owner
Fourteen-year-old Mason Wright is ready for the October 17 grand opening of his Snapfinger Road restaurant, Mason's Super Dogs. He is excited to become the youngest restaurant owner in Georgia.
Lovin' Local: Lil' Gourmets Veggie Meals
Shibani Baluja, founder and CEO of Lil' Gourmets, talks about how her business has fared since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lovin' Local: McCord Gallery & Cultural Center in Palos Park
Rene Leyva from the McCord Gallery and Cultural Center talks about how they have fared since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lovin' Local: Cajun Boil & Bar
Kurtis Lott from Cajun Boil and Bar talks about how his business has fared since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lovin' Local: Kids Camps at 1000 Watt Sports
Brandon Watts, owner of 1000 Watts Sports, talks about the kids camps they are offering to keep children active and engaged during COVID-19.
FROTH Cafe brings distinct coffee experience to the West Loop
Michael Salvatore, founder and owner of Froth Cafe, talks about how his business has fared launching in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lovin' Local: Maizelle's Delights in Auburn Gresham
Maizelle Hutson talks about how her business has fared since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Copper cellphone case kills coronavirus – here's how you can buy
You can now arm your cellphone against coronavirus with a new invention by three Chicagoans.
Lovin' Local: Sugar Junkie in Lincoln Park
Amy Arnold talks about how her business, Sugar Junkie, has fared since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lovin' Local: Hi-Five Sports Zone
Danny Tuchman from Hi-Five Sports Zone talks about how his business has fared since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Restaurants look to improve air quality as diners move indoors
Sarah Stegner, chef and owner of Prairie Grass Cafe, talks about what they've done to boost air quality indoors to better protect staff and customers.
Man charged for seeking PPP loans for fake companies with 'Game of Thrones' names
The fraudulent businesses the man sought out loans for included “White Walker,” “Khaleesi,” and “The Night’s Watch,” according to the DOJ.
Lovin' Local: Testaccio now open in Logan Square
Anyone who frequents Chicago's magnificent restaurants knows that just about every culture on the planet is well-represented and today's Lovin’ Local offers dishes inspired by Rome and the Mediterranean.
Lovin' Local: Saraboo Creek
Saraboo Creek was forced to close all three of its locations for months while waiting for the governor to lift shutdown orders and recently suffered another gut punch as we approach the holidays. Cindy Crawford of Naperville talks about it in today’s Lovin’ Local.