CHICAGO — Illinois is lifting all capacity limits on bars, restaurants, businesses and other venues Friday, nearly 15 months after the first stay-at-home order during the coronavirus pandemic. Businesses still can have their own rules for capacity, masks and social distancing. Masks are still required on public transportation and in airports, schools and hospitals. Gov.… Read More »
Dive Brief: Small businesses are struggling to cover the high costs of healthcare for their employees after a year of COVID-19, according to a new poll sponsored by the Small Business Majority and patient advocacy group Families USA. More than one in three small businesses owners said it’s a challenge getting coverage for themselves and… Read More »
BET Awards 2020Getty Images Beyoncé’s charitable initiative BeyGOOD is partnering with the NAACP to help fund Black-owned small businesses across the U.S. Grants of $ 10,000 will be given to businesses in Houston, Atlanta, New York, Los Angeles, and Minneapolis. If you’re a Black small business owner, apply here before the July 18 deadline. Beyoncé’s… Read More »