Chico has approved entertainment zones where people can carry alcoholic drinks outdoors in parts of downtown and Meriam Park. Here's how the program will work.

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Chico City Council voted Tuesday to create "entertainment zones" in parts of downtown and Meriam Park. NSPR's Claudia Brancart explains how they'll work, who's allowed to participate and the rules businesses and customers will have to follow.

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The “entertainment zones” will be in a large swath of downtown and in Meriam Park. City officials hope they will help boost business.

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