Local restaurants, bars still face hurdles one year after onset of the pandemic
Tobias Cichon and Raiye Rosado from Rabid Brewing talk about some of the challenges they continue to face in wake of the pandemic.
Tobias Cichon and Raiye Rosado from Rabid Brewing talk about some of the challenges they continue to face in wake of the pandemic.
Lovin' Local: The Press Room in the West Loop
Christian Mendoza from The Press Room talks about how they have adjusted to the COVID-19 pandemic and details some of their unique offerings available now.
Christian Mendoza from The Press Room talks about how they have adjusted to the COVID-19 pandemic and details some of their unique offerings available now.
Lovin Local: 24-hour dessert ATM soothing late night sugar cravings
It has happened to almost all of us. It's late in the evening and your sweet tooth kicks in and everything is closed, right? Well, not any more. Our Lovin Local guest has got you covered with an ATM that dispenses baked goods instead of cash!
It has happened to almost all of us. It's late in the evening and your sweet tooth kicks in and everything is closed, right? Well, not any more. Our Lovin Local guest has got you covered with an ATM that dispenses baked goods instead of cash!
Voice of Change: Exposing injustice through fashion
The Ready Generation exposes injustice through fashion. The founder, Destiny Wesley, talks about her company and how what you wear has the power to speak and challenge inequity.
The Ready Generation exposes injustice through fashion. The founder, Destiny Wesley, talks about her company and how what you wear has the power to speak and challenge inequity.
Lovin' Local: Agio Italian Bistro in Palatine
Michael Barrutia from Agio Italian Bistro talks about how his restaurant has adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Michael Barrutia from Agio Italian Bistro talks about how his restaurant has adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lovin' Local: REMIX Acupuncture + Integrative Health in Fulton Market
Giselle Wasfie from REMIX Acupuncture + Integrative Health talks about how her business has adapted to COVID-19.
Giselle Wasfie from REMIX Acupuncture + Integrative Health talks about how her business has adapted to COVID-19.
Handmade Market pop-up at Vanille Patisserie honors Women's History Month
Heather Flett, founder of Handmade Market, talks about what they're doing to celebrate Women's History Month.
Heather Flett, founder of Handmade Market, talks about what they're doing to celebrate Women's History Month.
Lovin' Local: A Touch of Ireland in Oak Lawn
Annie and Katie Cremins from A Touch of Ireland talk about how their business has adjusted to the pandemic ahead of St. Patrick's Day.
Annie and Katie Cremins from A Touch of Ireland talk about how their business has adjusted to the pandemic ahead of St. Patrick's Day.
Lovin' Local: CHI-SOCIETY
Erin Schirack, co-owner of CHI-SOCIETY, talks about how her business has adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Erin Schirack, co-owner of CHI-SOCIETY, talks about how her business has adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lovin' Local: Boxcar Betty's opens in Bucktown
Abbott Smith talks about opening Boxcar Betty's amid the pandemic.
Abbott Smith talks about opening Boxcar Betty's amid the pandemic.
Lovin' Local: Robert et Fils in North Center
Rob Shaner from Robert Et Fils talks about how his restaurant has adapted since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rob Shaner from Robert Et Fils talks about how his restaurant has adapted since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Local artist sells artwork of Chicago bars, restaurants to raise money for them during the pandemic
Josh Moulton joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the inspiration behind his efforts to raise money for local businesses struggling to stay afloat during the trials of COVID-19.
Josh Moulton joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the inspiration behind his efforts to raise money for local businesses struggling to stay afloat during the trials of COVID-19.
Lovin' Local: Chill Anywhere
Laura Sage, owner of 'Chill Anywhere,' talks about how her business has adjusted to the pandemic.
Laura Sage, owner of 'Chill Anywhere,' talks about how her business has adjusted to the pandemic.
Chicago restaurants push for increase in dining capacity
Chicago restaurants have upped the pressure on City Hall, saying they need more diners inside within days.
Chicago restaurants have upped the pressure on City Hall, saying they need more diners inside within days.
Lovin' Local: Vibez Fit in River North
Donna Cyrus, co-founder of Vibez Fit, talks about how her business has adjusted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Donna Cyrus, co-founder of Vibez Fit, talks about how her business has adjusted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Chicago venues desperate for relief package
Joe Shanahan, owner of Metro and Smart Bar, speaks on the financial challenges independent venue owners are facing nearly a year since they were shut down due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Joe Shanahan, owner of Metro and Smart Bar, speaks on the financial challenges independent venue owners are facing nearly a year since they were shut down due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Lovin' Local: Gussie's Handmade Italian in Old Town
David Thate and Megan Addington from Gussie's Handmade Italian talk about how their restaurant has adjusted during the pandemic and detail some of their delectable offerings.
David Thate and Megan Addington from Gussie's Handmade Italian talk about how their restaurant has adjusted during the pandemic and detail some of their delectable offerings.
Lovin' Local: Bluestone Restaurant in Evanston
John Enright from Bluestone Evanston talk about how his business has adjusted since the COVID-19 pandemic.
John Enright from Bluestone Evanston talk about how his business has adjusted since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Biden temporarily targets PPP loans to smallest and minority-owned businesses
The Biden administration is readying changes to the PPP aimed at targeting assistance to businesses that employ 20 or fewer workers and those that are minority-owned.
The Biden administration is readying changes to the PPP aimed at targeting assistance to businesses that employ 20 or fewer workers and those that are minority-owned.
Lovin' Local: American WildBurger in Des Plaines
Sylvia Talavera talks about how their business has adjusted to the COVID-19 pandemic and details some of their delectable offerings.
Sylvia Talavera talks about how their business has adjusted to the COVID-19 pandemic and details some of their delectable offerings.