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California December 5, 2020

Los Angeles bar owner rips Garcetti, Newsom over double standard on outdoor dining

A Los Angeles bar owner was fighting back tears Friday, claiming Mayor Eric Garcetti had shut down the outdoor patio at her business -- while letting a Hollywood movie crew set up an outdoor dining area just a short distance away.

Coronavirus December 2, 2020

NYC bar owner handcuffed, taken away for allegedly defying coronavirus rules: report

A co-owner of a New York City tavern was taken away from the business in handcuffs Tuesday night, accused of defying state and city mandates related to the coronavirus pandemic, according to a report.

Bars November 30, 2020

Tequila bar attempts to reclassify business as a religion in hopes of remaining open during the pandemic

James Aspell, the proprietor of 400 Rabbits, has admitted that his stunt is mostly aimed at raising awareness for the plight of England’s bar industry. Nottingham, where 400 Rabbits operates, is currently designated as a Tier Three area by the U.K. government, meaning it can only remain open for takeout or delivery.

Nebraska November 19, 2020

Nebraska ex-bar employee seeks donations after firing over video of maskless Gov. Ricketts: reports

A Nebraska woman was fired this week after posting video that showed Gov. Pete Ricketts maskless amid the coronavirus pandemic, celebrating on Election Night at the bar where the woman worked.

Bars November 5, 2020

London bar named best in the world in new ranking

When it comes to spots to stop for a drink, this place really raises the bar.

Michigan October 31, 2020

Michigan bars, restaurants will require diners' names, phone numbers starting Monday

Diners in Michigan will be required to give their name and number to restaurants and bars starting Monday in an effort to contain a recent coronavirus surge, according to a report.

Texas October 8, 2020

Texas bars allowed to reopen if county judges agree, Gov. Abbott says

Effective Oct. 14, bars in counties that choose to opt-in can resume in-person service at 50% capacity. All customers must be seated while eating or drinking.

Bars October 6, 2020

Karaoke bar in Canada puts performers inside 'shower stall' for socially distanced singing

Tracie England, the owner of Tracie's Place Karaoke Bar and Restaurant, says the reaction to the "shower stall" idea has been positive.

Bars September 18, 2020

Florida bar owner bans masks, will eject patrons who wear face coverings: 'I don't want them here'

Gary Kirby, the owner of Westside Sports Bar and Lounge in West Melbourne, says he doesn't "agree" with the idea of mandating masks.

Bars September 16, 2020

San Diego bar manager assaulted by maskless customer over PPE enforcement

A bar manager in San Diego says he was assaulted by a man who refused to wear mask over Labor Day weekend, and will need surgery to fix his broken nose.

Bars September 8, 2020

Illegal Brooklyn bar shut down after cops find 281 people inside, including child

A karaoke bar in Brooklyn was shut down over the weekend after violating … well, pretty much every law on the books.