SPRINGFIELD – Gov. J.B. Pritzker has ordered a stricter statewide mask mandate covering bars and restaurants in Illinois as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise. Effective Wednesday, Aug. 26, all bar and restaurant patrons will be required to wear face coverings when interacting with wait staff or other employees. Masks will also be … Continue reading Pritzker orders stricter statewide mask mandate for all bars, restaurants