Is Enforcing the Restaurant Vaccine Mandate Like 'Asking for a Fight'? Depends Where You Are.
Chicago’s proof of vaccine requirement at bars, restaurants, and live music venues has been in effect for two weeks. It’s been a welcome addition for some business, workers and customers, but some say enforcing it has been a headache. Chicago Tribune’s Joel Noel tells us the reaction depends on where you are in Chicago. We also hear from a concert coordinator at City Winery about the various responses to mask and vaccine proof mandates she’s heard from customers during the pandemic.
Guests:
Josh Noel, reporter for the Chicago Tribune and author of "Barrel-Aged Stout and Selling Out"
Jessi Roti, concert coordinator at City Winery Chicago
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