Labor
Democrats want to eliminate tipped minimum wage in Wisconsin restaurants
KPVI 3/15
Paying for your meal would be different, and potentially more expensive, under a plan being pushed by Democrats at the Wisconsin Capitol. State Sen. Chris Larson, D-Milwaukee, and Rep. Francesca Hong, D-Madison, introduced legislation on Monday to end the state’s tipped minimum wage.
One-year since the start of restaurant shutdowns in California; Will they fully reopen?
KRCR 3/15
It’s been one year since the start of restaurant shutdowns in California due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Statewide California restaurants having only to be allowed to operate with restrictions, depending on the county and tier system. With some restaurants open in parts of the state, what efforts are being made to have them fully open again?
Food Industry Policy
THE PANDEMIC SWEPT RESTAURANTS INTO THE DIGITAL AGE
Restaurant Business Online 3/16
Many operators had to come online to survive, marking the dawn of a new, omnichannel era for the industry.
THE PANDEMIC SWEPT RESTAURANTS INTO THE DIGITAL AGE
Restaurant Business Online 3/16
Many operators had to come online to survive, marking the dawn of a new, omnichannel era for the industry.
On the Side
This Russian food truck keeps rolling along, even in the hardest times
Berkleyside 3/16
Progressive lawmakers warned Wednesday that they’re ready to sink a Democratic bill to increase the minimum wage if the measure is amended ahead of the vote.
Is Indoor Dining Safe Now That I’m Vaccinated?
Eater 3/15
Vaccination against COVID-19 greatly reduces your risk of contracting the virus, but you can still pose a risk to others.
