Amid a recent surge in cases, Baltimore’s coronavirus indicators are in the “red” zone indicating restrictions should be tightened.

But Mayor Bernard C. “Jack” Young today said he is permitting restaurants to resume indoor dining at 25% of capacity starting tomorrow (Friday) at 5 p.m.

In a statement, Young said inaction by Congress, where negotiations over another relief bill are stalled, “forced my hand.”

“I have chosen to act to protect the financial well-being of our city and our residents,” Young said.

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