Pop-up bar scene, tanning salon test shutdown rules in NYC

Restaurants remain closed for table and bar service in New York City. But some are bending rules meant to curb coronavirus infections by encouraging customers to linger outside for an extra round or two of takeout cocktails.

Outdoor dining returns to Connecticut

For the first time in two months, customers dined outdoors at restaurants under a warm spring sun Wednesday across Connecticut as the state began a lengthy process of easing restrictions meant to combat the spread of the coronavirus.

Outdoor dining resumes in Connecticut

Restaurants can begin offering service in outdoor dining areas Wednesday as part of the first phase of Connecticut's statewide reopening, including in hard-hit Fairfield County on the New York state line.