Does DC have enough contact tracers? DC Health says yes, GWU tool says no.
The skyrocketing cases of coronavirus have taxed testing, hospitals and contact tracing efforts, and in the District a former tracer's tweet pointing out extra-long shifts is prompting questions about whether there are enough employees tasked with notifying people who have been exposed.
The skyrocketing cases of coronavirus have taxed testing, hospitals and contact tracing efforts, and in the District a former tracer's tweet pointing out extra-long shifts is prompting questions about whether there are enough employees tasked with notifying people who have been exposed.
Restaurant owner breaks down exactly how much money he's losing during COVID-19 shutdowns
Dustin Lancaster, an owner of several restaurants and businesses in Los Angeles county, revealed on social media that his bar would have about $1,500 to pay $10,000 in monthly rent.
Dustin Lancaster, an owner of several restaurants and businesses in Los Angeles county, revealed on social media that his bar would have about $1,500 to pay $10,000 in monthly rent.
Loudoun County schools scales back to online learning; Fairfax County schools looks to return to the classroom
There are new developments tonight coming out of two Northern Virginia school districts – Fairfax County is moving forward with heading back to school while Loudoun County is scaling back.
There are new developments tonight coming out of two Northern Virginia school districts – Fairfax County is moving forward with heading back to school while Loudoun County is scaling back.
Prince George’s County shutting down indoor dining next week
Amid a resurgent novel coronavirus, Prince George’s County is instituting new measures to slow the spread – including shutting down indoor dining.
Amid a resurgent novel coronavirus, Prince George’s County is instituting new measures to slow the spread – including shutting down indoor dining.
Ellen DeGeneres tests positive for COVID-19
Ellen DeGeneres said Thursday she has tested positive for COVID-19 and is "feeling fine right now."
Ellen DeGeneres said Thursday she has tested positive for COVID-19 and is "feeling fine right now."
Wednesday was one of the deadliest days in American history, topping D-Day, 9/11
Just when the U.S. appears on the verge of rolling out a COVID-19 vaccine, the numbers have become gloomier than ever: Over 3,000 American deaths in a single day, more than on D-Day or 9/11. One million new cases in the span of five days. More than 106,000 people in the hospital.
Just when the U.S. appears on the verge of rolling out a COVID-19 vaccine, the numbers have become gloomier than ever: Over 3,000 American deaths in a single day, more than on D-Day or 9/11. One million new cases in the span of five days. More than 106,000 people in the hospital.
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam introduces modified stay at home order as COVID-19 cases soar
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam announced new restrictions on Thursday at a press conference as the Commonwealth struggles once again to stall the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam announced new restrictions on Thursday at a press conference as the Commonwealth struggles once again to stall the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Coronavirus case totals and deaths in the DMV
An updated list of coronavirus case totals, deaths and recoveries in D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
An updated list of coronavirus case totals, deaths and recoveries in D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
DC community mask audit shows most wear masks but not all wear correctly
D.C.'s top health leader says that while the majority of people observed in a recent community mask audit amid the COVID-19 pandemic were wearing their face coverings, not all of them were wearing them correctly.
D.C.'s top health leader says that while the majority of people observed in a recent community mask audit amid the COVID-19 pandemic were wearing their face coverings, not all of them were wearing them correctly.
DC Health provides update on COVID-19 vaccine distribution plans
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and DC Health provided an update on Thursday on the District's COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan as the Pfizer vaccine is anticipated to be approved in the coming days.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and DC Health provided an update on Thursday on the District's COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan as the Pfizer vaccine is anticipated to be approved in the coming days.
Prince Georges County announces new measures to slow the novel coronavirus
As coronavirus cases swell once again, Prince George's County is implementing new restrictions to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.
As coronavirus cases swell once again, Prince George's County is implementing new restrictions to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Prince Georges County officials announce new measures to slow the novel coronavirus
Amid a resurgent novel coronavirus, Prince George’s County is instituting new measure to slow the spread – including shutting down indoor dining.
Amid a resurgent novel coronavirus, Prince George’s County is instituting new measure to slow the spread – including shutting down indoor dining.
Prince Georges County officials announce new measures to slow the novel coronavirus
Amid a resurgent novel coronavirus, Prince George’s County is instituting new measure to slow the spread – including shutting down indoor dining.
Amid a resurgent novel coronavirus, Prince George’s County is instituting new measure to slow the spread – including shutting down indoor dining.
MedStar Health hospital system prepares for first doses of COVID-19 vaccine
Hospitals in the D.C. region are expected to receive their first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine sometime this week.
Hospitals in the D.C. region are expected to receive their first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine sometime this week.
Cavaliers hoops on hold over COVID-19 concerns; game against William and Mary postponed
The University of Virginia men’s basketball team has paused all activities “due to COVID-19 issues within its program.”
The University of Virginia men’s basketball team has paused all activities “due to COVID-19 issues within its program.”
Montgomery County Executive announces proposal to temporarily suspend indoor dining
All indoor dining in Montgomery County is due to shut down on Tuesday under a new order from County Executive Marc Elrich.
All indoor dining in Montgomery County is due to shut down on Tuesday under a new order from County Executive Marc Elrich.
US breaks record for single-day COVID-19 deaths with more than 3,000
The record-breaking death toll came one day after the U.S. surpassed 15 million coronavirus cases.
The record-breaking death toll came one day after the U.S. surpassed 15 million coronavirus cases.
AP poll: Only half of Americans want coronavirus vaccine
A new poll finds only about half of Americans are ready to roll up their sleeves for COVID-19 vaccines even as states frantically prepare to begin months of vaccinations that could end the pandemic.
A new poll finds only about half of Americans are ready to roll up their sleeves for COVID-19 vaccines even as states frantically prepare to begin months of vaccinations that could end the pandemic.
It wasn’t all bad: Here are 20 good things that happened in 2020
From small acts of kindness to awe-inspiring events, some good things happened in 2020.
From small acts of kindness to awe-inspiring events, some good things happened in 2020.
Doctor explains COVID-19 vaccine allergic reactions in UK
British regulators are warning anyone who has a history of severe allergic reactions to food, a medicine, a vaccine, or someone who has been prescribed an Epipen by their doctor should refrain from getting the Pfizer vaccine for the time being.
British regulators are warning anyone who has a history of severe allergic reactions to food, a medicine, a vaccine, or someone who has been prescribed an Epipen by their doctor should refrain from getting the Pfizer vaccine for the time being.