Contact tracing app
People in DC and Maryland could soon know if they?ve been exposed to COVID-19 by using a new app for Apple or Android.
People in DC and Maryland could soon know if they?ve been exposed to COVID-19 by using a new app for Apple or Android.
Ocean City postpones boardwalk re-decking
Ocean City is postponing plans to re-deck its iconic boardwalk because of a lumber shortage caused by the coronavirus outbreak.
Ocean City is postponing plans to re-deck its iconic boardwalk because of a lumber shortage caused by the coronavirus outbreak.
Montgomery County leaders blast Hogan's order authorizing schools to reopen
As Montgomery County families prepare for a virtual return to school Monday, county leaders say they're "dismayed and perplexed" at Gov.
As Montgomery County families prepare for a virtual return to school Monday, county leaders say they're "dismayed and perplexed" at Gov.
MGM National Harbor to lay off nearly 800 employees
MGM National Harbor will lay off nearly 800 employees as the casino chain continues to suffer during the coronavirus pandemic.
MGM National Harbor will lay off nearly 800 employees as the casino chain continues to suffer during the coronavirus pandemic.
University of Alabama infections since return top 1,000
The University of Alabama reported Friday that an additional 481 students have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total to more than 1,000 infections since students returned to campus for the fall.
The University of Alabama reported Friday that an additional 481 students have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total to more than 1,000 infections since students returned to campus for the fall.
Maryland man charged with plot to sell fake coronavirus disinfectant
A Maryland man sold unregistered and misbranded pesticides falsely advertised as a government-approved disinfectant for the coronavirus, investigators said.
A Maryland man sold unregistered and misbranded pesticides falsely advertised as a government-approved disinfectant for the coronavirus, investigators said.
Delta bans nearly 250 people from flying on its planes for refusing to wear masks
In an internal memo released Thursday, Delta Air Lines has placed more than 240 people on a “no fly list” for failing to comply with its mandatory mask policy.
In an internal memo released Thursday, Delta Air Lines has placed more than 240 people on a “no fly list” for failing to comply with its mandatory mask policy.
Report finds more than 70,000 new US coronavirus cases in children since early August
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children's Hospital Association reported a 21% increase of coronavirus cases in children since early August.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children's Hospital Association reported a 21% increase of coronavirus cases in children since early August.
Delaware removed from DC's list of 'high-risk' states days after being added for a second time
Delaware has been removed from the District's list of "high-risk" states just days after being added for a second time.
Delaware has been removed from the District's list of "high-risk" states just days after being added for a second time.
Montgomery County nursing homes fined hundreds of thousands for COVID-19 violations
Three Montgomery County nursing homes are the latest targets of Maryland’s crackdowns on care facilities that have violated COVID-19 guidelines.
Three Montgomery County nursing homes are the latest targets of Maryland’s crackdowns on care facilities that have violated COVID-19 guidelines.
Arlington to begin enforcing sidewalk spacing ordinance Friday; violators face $100 fine
Alrington County will begin enforcing a new physical distancing ordinance Friday to help curb the spread of the coronavirus during busy hours at night.
Alrington County will begin enforcing a new physical distancing ordinance Friday to help curb the spread of the coronavirus during busy hours at night.
DMV schools prepare for virtual learning, some college students experience login issues
Virtual learning is all the talk these days as many schools in the D.C. region get ready to start the new school year, online.
Virtual learning is all the talk these days as many schools in the D.C. region get ready to start the new school year, online.
'Half-masking' may increase coronavirus risk, study finds
So-called "half-masking," or wearing a face mask below the nose, may allow coronavirus the opportunity to enter your body, according to a recent study and health experts. During the coronavirus pandemic, half-masking still leaves you at risk for contracting Sars-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, physicians told Fox News.
So-called "half-masking," or wearing a face mask below the nose, may allow coronavirus the opportunity to enter your body, according to a recent study and health experts. During the coronavirus pandemic, half-masking still leaves you at risk for contracting Sars-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, physicians told Fox News.
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser says outdoor diners should call police if confronted by protesters
D.C.'s mayor said diners shouldn't have to be fearful when eating at outdoor restaurants following videos posted online showing protesters confronting patrons seated at outside tables.
D.C.'s mayor said diners shouldn't have to be fearful when eating at outdoor restaurants following videos posted online showing protesters confronting patrons seated at outside tables.
New CDC guidelines caution against confrontations with customers who refuse to wear masks
The Centers for Disease Control issued new guidelines on Monday to minimize intense confrontations between retailers and customers over mask requirements intended to slow the spread of COVID-19.
The Centers for Disease Control issued new guidelines on Monday to minimize intense confrontations between retailers and customers over mask requirements intended to slow the spread of COVID-19.
'She's a beautiful soul who left way too soon': Mother of 6 dies from COVID-19
" She's a beautiful soul who left way too soon."
" She's a beautiful soul who left way too soon."
Gaithersburg mom organizes effort to build free desks for kids in need
For a lot of kids, the idea of distance learning may be a drag.
For a lot of kids, the idea of distance learning may be a drag.
Costa Rica will begin allowing American tourists from 6 states to visit
Starting Sept. 1, Costa Rica said it will allow residents from six U.S. states to visit.
Starting Sept. 1, Costa Rica said it will allow residents from six U.S. states to visit.
George Mason University students return to campus with new guidelines amid pandemic
Already, we’ve seen universities and colleges open up, only to close due to a COVID-19 outbreak.
Already, we’ve seen universities and colleges open up, only to close due to a COVID-19 outbreak.
DMV families continue to receive technology for virtual school year but wonder about backup plans
A new school year like no other starts Monday for tens of thousands of students in the D.C. region, which has many families asking: is the technology going to work and will it stay that way for online learning?
A new school year like no other starts Monday for tens of thousands of students in the D.C. region, which has many families asking: is the technology going to work and will it stay that way for online learning?