DC reopens some indoors pools, fitness centers for registered visitors
The District opened a select number of Department of Parks and Recreation community centers, recreation centers, and aquatic facilities on Tuesday, October 13. (FULL LIST)
The District opened a select number of Department of Parks and Recreation community centers, recreation centers, and aquatic facilities on Tuesday, October 13. (FULL LIST)
Air travel numbers on the rise as coronavirus pandemic continues
Air travel across the country is down dramatically as the coronavirus pandemic continues, but this holiday weekend drew a spike in fliers we haven't seen in months. It begs the question, "Is this a sign of air travel confidence growing?"
Air travel across the country is down dramatically as the coronavirus pandemic continues, but this holiday weekend drew a spike in fliers we haven't seen in months. It begs the question, "Is this a sign of air travel confidence growing?"
2nd coronavirus vaccine trial paused over unexplained illness
The pause is at least the second such hold to occur among several vaccines that have reached large-scale final tests in the U.S.
The pause is at least the second such hold to occur among several vaccines that have reached large-scale final tests in the U.S.
Pandemic leads to growing number of abandoned pets in Arlington
Adoptions and sales of pets have soared during the pandemic, but now there is concern that Arlington, Virginia, could be seeing the beginnings of an alarming trend. It’s exactly what the Humane Society of the United States has been predicting –– an increase in pet abandonment.
Adoptions and sales of pets have soared during the pandemic, but now there is concern that Arlington, Virginia, could be seeing the beginnings of an alarming trend. It’s exactly what the Humane Society of the United States has been predicting –– an increase in pet abandonment.
COVID-19 virus can survive for up to 28 days on common surfaces, study finds
A recent study uncovered new information about SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and how it behaves on surfaces, revealing that the virus can survive on surfaces for significantly longer than previously thought.
A recent study uncovered new information about SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and how it behaves on surfaces, revealing that the virus can survive on surfaces for significantly longer than previously thought.
Trump tests negative for coronavirus, according to White House physician
President Donald Trump’s physician has announced that Trump has tested negative for the coronavirus.
President Donald Trump’s physician has announced that Trump has tested negative for the coronavirus.
Children’s National Hospital studying whether increased headaches in kids is connected to virtual learning
Your child having a headache may not just be their excuse to try and skip class. Some doctors in the DMV said Monday, it could be related to increased screen time because of virtual learning.
Your child having a headache may not just be their excuse to try and skip class. Some doctors in the DMV said Monday, it could be related to increased screen time because of virtual learning.
H&M to close 350 stores in 2021, citing increase in online shopping
Citing an increase in online shopping because of the coronavirus pandemic, H&M will close 250 stores in 2021.
Citing an increase in online shopping because of the coronavirus pandemic, H&M will close 250 stores in 2021.
Adorable toddler mimics inflatable Halloween decoration
One Maryland boy, who is known for his goofy antics, decided to give his mom a laugh by dancing along with an inflatable Jack Skellington Halloween decoration — and the likeness is uncanny.
One Maryland boy, who is known for his goofy antics, decided to give his mom a laugh by dancing along with an inflatable Jack Skellington Halloween decoration — and the likeness is uncanny.
California judge rules inmates owed $1,200 coronavirus stimulus payments
California is seeking to ensure that residents receive their $1,200 economic impact payments – even if they are incarcerated.
California is seeking to ensure that residents receive their $1,200 economic impact payments – even if they are incarcerated.
Cow-hugging is the new animal therapy trend we all need
While therapy animals are not a new concept, hugging cows in the name of wellness is gaining popularity not just in its origin country, but in the U.S. as well.
While therapy animals are not a new concept, hugging cows in the name of wellness is gaining popularity not just in its origin country, but in the U.S. as well.
Coronavirus spike in the DMV
COVID-19 is once again a rising concern in the District, Maryland and Virginia.
COVID-19 is once again a rising concern in the District, Maryland and Virginia.
Fauci says his comments in new Trump ad 'were taken out of context' and without his permission
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s leading infectious disease expert, said comments of his in a recent commercial from President Trump’s campaign were used without his permission and “taken out of context.”
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s leading infectious disease expert, said comments of his in a recent commercial from President Trump’s campaign were used without his permission and “taken out of context.”
Couple tests socially-distanced Halloween candy delivery system using drone
A Texas couple have been testing out several ways to create a socially-distanced and safe Halloween candy delivery system during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
A Texas couple have been testing out several ways to create a socially-distanced and safe Halloween candy delivery system during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
No haunted houses in Prince George's County
Officials aren't allowing haunted houses this year in Prince George's County because of the pandemic. One business owner in Laurel is speaking out.
Officials aren't allowing haunted houses this year in Prince George's County because of the pandemic. One business owner in Laurel is speaking out.
Seniors for Biden increase, citing Trump's handling of COVID-19 pandemic
Aides say President Donald Trump's campaign has seen an alarming drop in support among older adults in its internal research.
Aides say President Donald Trump's campaign has seen an alarming drop in support among older adults in its internal research.
'I'm feeling great': Trump speaks to crowd at 1st in-person event since COVID-19 diagnosis
The event, scheduled Saturday on the South Lawn, is expected to have at least several hundred supporters in attendance, according to the Associated Press. Trump will address the group from the White House balcony, according to an official.
The event, scheduled Saturday on the South Lawn, is expected to have at least several hundred supporters in attendance, according to the Associated Press. Trump will address the group from the White House balcony, according to an official.
Judge sides with Capitol Hill Baptist Church against DC mayor's coronavirus rules
A Washington, D.C., judge filed a temporary injunction Friday allowing Capitol Hill Baptist Church to hold outdoor services with more congregants than the District allows.
A Washington, D.C., judge filed a temporary injunction Friday allowing Capitol Hill Baptist Church to hold outdoor services with more congregants than the District allows.
'One step forward, two steps back': Pelosi dismisses latest White House COVID-19 aid offer
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is dismissing the latest White House offer in COVID-19 aid talks as “one step forward, two steps back.”
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is dismissing the latest White House offer in COVID-19 aid talks as “one step forward, two steps back.”
Trump to appear at White House event, first since returning from Walter Reed
President Trump on Saturday will hold his first public event since testing positive for coronavirus, delivering remarks from a White House balcony to group of supporters on a law and order theme.
President Trump on Saturday will hold his first public event since testing positive for coronavirus, delivering remarks from a White House balcony to group of supporters on a law and order theme.