Illinois Governor Defends Chicago Indoor Dining Shutdown

Governor JB Pritzker of Illinois discusses the importance of controlling COVID-19 to improve the economy. He defends new restrictions in Chicago due to rising cases, including a ban on indoor dining. Despite opposition from the city's mayor, Pritzker insists on the measures, citing data from other areas with similar restrictions.

What is the significance of keeping the COVID-19 numbers down according to the text?

What data did Governor Pritzker refer to when making decisions about restrictions?