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Wise Owl Was First Restaurant Shut Down In Chicago For COVID-19 Violations; Here's How It Hopes To Bounce BackThe Wise Owl in the West Loop was the first restaurant the city shut down for COVID-19 violations, and that is not a title you want to hold.

A Look At How Businesses Are Being Scrutinized To Ensure They're Following Chicago's COVID-19 Operating RulesThe city’s 60,000 businesses are under a regimented watch. CBS 2’s Lauren Victory dug into how shops, restaurants, gyms, and more are scrutinized.

Cork & Kerry In Beverly Pushes Back After Being Closed By City For COVID-19 Reopening ViolationsOne of the latest Chicago bars to be closed by city inspectors is Cork & Kerry, a South Side staple on Western Avenue.

Revival And Challenges On Main Street In Evanston Amid Coronavirus Pandemic ReopeningBusinesses across the Chicago area and the country are doing what needs to be done to keep operating.

Andersonville's Alamo Shoes Adjusts As Stores Are Back Open, But Traffic Is DownCBS 2’s Lauren Victory took us to a family-owned business in Chicago to check on things a month after reopening.

The Dugout Bar In Wrigleyville Caught On Camera Violating State And City Reopening Guidelines; Owner Says He's Not Breaking Any RulesA Wrigleyville bar was caught on camera breaking the state and city’s reopening guidelines, and other bar owners and bartenders said they're worried the bar's bad behavior will end up costing everyone.

Inspectors Checking Businesses For Phase 4 Compliance Ahead Of July 4thThe city is ramping up enforcement of Phase 4 guidelines by making sure people are following social distancing rules starting Thursday.

Concerns About COVID-19 Spike Coming To Illinois With Phase 4 Reopening UnderwayAs more places begin to reopen in Illinois, how does Illinois compare to other states dealing with rising COVID-19 numbers? Is Illinois heading down the same path now that Phase 4 of reopening has begun?

Chinatown Reopens After COVID-19 Fears; 'It Really Hurts Our Reputation'"I thought it was gonna be really short term and it ended up being two months."

Indoor Dining Returns With Restrictions As The City Enters Phase 4As Illinois enters Phase 4 of reopening, indoor dining returns with restrictions.

With Restaurants Reopening, Co-Owner Of Alinea Group Wants Better Government Health Guidance For COVID-19 PrecautionsThe man behind one of the most successful restaurant groups in Chicago has a request businesses rarely make – for more government regulation.

Small Concert Hall Owner Says Music Venues Like His Can't Make It Under Phase 4 Reopening Restrictions, Are In Danger Of ClosingAs Chicago gears up for Phase 4 of its coronavirus reopening plan this Friday, the owners of the city’s storied performance and music venues say they still can’t make it with those restrictions.

Phase 4 Reopening Restrictions; 'You Can't Just Show Up Anymore'"It's been a difficult time for all of us, but we are really looking forward to be able to reopen."

Lightfoot: Phase 4 Starts Friday But Precautions Still Needed"It's because of the shared sacrifice that we are able to announce that Chicago will be able to take the next step."