Feigenholtz delivers on to-go cocktail sales for Illinois bars and restaurants

SPRINGFIELD – A measure that will allow cocktails to go, sponsored by State Senator Sara Feigenholtz (D-Chicago), which will bring much needed relief to bars and restaurants impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, passed the Illinois Senate Saturday. The legislation would allow the sale of cocktails and mixed drinks for delivery and curbside pickup, giving bars and restaurants one of many permissions they need to

Restaurant Lobby And Chefs Urge Tweaks To Illinois Reopening Plan

One of the Illinois lawmakers feeling the tension between health and business most acutely is Senator Sara Feigenholtz. Her Chicago district includes Lakeview and Lincoln Park, with some of the state’s most visited attractions and restaurants. She said she gets it. “I am the daughter of a doctor,” she said, “but I also have a tremendous appreciation for what these businesses are going through.”

North Side Officials Seek To ‘Drag’ Up Census Response With Drag Queen-Led Rally

UPTOWN — Drag queen CircuitMom will perform during a virtual rally to boost census participation on the North Side. State Sen. Sara Feigenholtz is teaming up with Alds. James Cappleman (46th) and Michele Smith (43rd) for the rally at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday. The officials will discuss with neighbors ways to support the community during the coronavirus pandemic, including ways to boost census participation. “COVID-19