- June 24, 2021
- Posted by: Stratford Team
- Category: Business
Chicago restaurant owner argues the uptick in crime has forced businesses to close early because workers don’t feel safe. FOX Business’ Grady Trimble with more.
As crime continues to spike across the country and cities fail to get a handle on the violence, many small business owners say the violence is impacting their bottom line.
Across the country, many restaurants, shops and retail services are adjusting hours, moving locations or even closing down as a result of crime.
MAJOR CITIES ‘REFUND THE POLICE’ AS CRIME SKYROCKETS AND BUSINESSES BACKFIRE
One restaurant owner in Chicago tells FOX Business he is closing earlier because of safety concerns, which is keeping more people at home at night and prompting his staff to flee the city. Bella Luna Bar & Pizza, located in River North near downtown, used to stay open until midnight on the weekends, but recent conditions have forced the restaurant owner to close down at 10 pm.
“The uptick in…