The state has suspended the liquor licenses of 18 establishments since late March because of social-distancing violations — including one in Queens that allegedly claims local racists are behind the move.
NORMAN — As COVID-19 restrictions gradually loosen, Norman liquor store operators and patrons are benefitting from some permanent statewide law changes.
To-go alcohol might not be going anywhere. When bars and restaurants were forced to close their dining rooms due to the coronavirus pandemic, several states and cities adjusted the rules to allow these businesses to sell alcoholic drinks to go, or for delivery.
It lost this battle, but the Massachusetts Package Store Association’s war against relinquishing its near monopoly on beer and wine sales is far from over.
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – The St. Louis County Board has unanimously approved a resolution that will speed up the process for bars and restaurants wanting to apply for outdoor seating, which they will need to be able to serve customers starting June 1.
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – Restaurant and bar owners in Illinois win the booze battle. After months of trying to survive on take-out business, a new law passed by state lawmakers allows the sale of alcohol, to-go.
New York’s craft distilleries — including the Five and 20 Distillery in Westfield and the Southern Tier Distillery in Busti — could benefit from a proposal to allow distilled spirits makers to sell directly to consumers.
A notice sent yesterday by the California Alcoholic Beverage Control board, the governing body behind all things booze and businesses, could pave the way for bars, distilleries, wineries, and breweries to reopen during the current pandemic.
Gov. Greg Abbott is waiving the late fee for Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission license and permit renewals that have lapsed since March 13, according to a May 20 press release.
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — A convenience to Oklahoma consumers born out of the pandemic will now be allowed to remain in place.