Virginia, Maryland suburbs aligned with DC in COVID-19 response
The allure was tempting: Haircuts were to be had, as was the chance to drink a beer at an outdoor bar after governors in Maryland and Virginia agreed to loosen weekslong lockdown restrictions because of the coronavirus. But unlike other areas of the country that are itching to reopen, wealthy suburbs in those states are insisting on staying shut down.
The allure was tempting: Haircuts were to be had, as was the chance to drink a beer at an outdoor bar after governors in Maryland and Virginia agreed to loosen weekslong lockdown restrictions because of the coronavirus. But unlike other areas of the country that are itching to reopen, wealthy suburbs in those states are insisting on staying shut down.
Virus spikes could emerge weeks after US economic reopenings
U.S. states are beginning to restart their economies after months of paralyzing coronavirus lockdowns, but it could take weeks until it becomes clear whether those reopenings will cause a spike in COVID-19 cases, experts said Wednesday.
U.S. states are beginning to restart their economies after months of paralyzing coronavirus lockdowns, but it could take weeks until it becomes clear whether those reopenings will cause a spike in COVID-19 cases, experts said Wednesday.
Trump presses for schools to reopen, takes dig at Fauci
The president accused Fauci of wanting “to play all sides of the equation," a comment that suggested he is tiring of the nation's top infectious disease expert.
The president accused Fauci of wanting “to play all sides of the equation," a comment that suggested he is tiring of the nation's top infectious disease expert.
Chefs say get ready to pay more at your favorite restaurants
Prices for food are going up — so get ready to pay more.
Prices for food are going up — so get ready to pay more.
Grocery store prices rose last month amid COVID-19 pandemic
The price index for meats, poultry, fish and eggs increased the most, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The price index for meats, poultry, fish and eggs increased the most, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Gov Northam says when northern Virginia counties reopen they will do so collectively
A day after delaying northern Virginia's reopening until May 29, Governor Ralph Northam told FOX 5 that when the region does reopen it will do so collectively.
A day after delaying northern Virginia's reopening until May 29, Governor Ralph Northam told FOX 5 that when the region does reopen it will do so collectively.
Virginia Gov confirms Friday phase 1 reopening for most of state, Northern Virginia delayed for 2 weeks
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam confirmed on Wednesday that most of the state will enter phase 1 of its reopening plan on Friday, but Northern Virginia will remain under the current restrictions until May 29 at least.
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam confirmed on Wednesday that most of the state will enter phase 1 of its reopening plan on Friday, but Northern Virginia will remain under the current restrictions until May 29 at least.
How to pay off debt while unemployed during coronavirus
Unemployment and debt are major concerns during the Coronavirus pandemic. Here are some options to help you stay afloat.
Unemployment and debt are major concerns during the Coronavirus pandemic. Here are some options to help you stay afloat.
Harvard study finds DC is far below where it should be on COVID-19 testing
The District's stay-at-home order will now run until June 8. It was due to expire this Friday.
The District's stay-at-home order will now run until June 8. It was due to expire this Friday.
Chance the Rapper to perform in livestreamed concert to support small businesses amid COVID-19 pandemic
Donations made during the concert will benefit the Local Initiatives Support Corporation’s (LISC) Verizon Small Business Recovery Fund.
Donations made during the concert will benefit the Local Initiatives Support Corporation’s (LISC) Verizon Small Business Recovery Fund.
Boy Scouts banned from planting American flags on veterans' graves for Memorial Day due to coronavirus
A longtime Memorial Day weekend tradition to honor veterans is now canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, but there are persisting calls to bring it back.
A longtime Memorial Day weekend tradition to honor veterans is now canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, but there are persisting calls to bring it back.
'The American people are worth it': Pelosi defends $3T virus aid package
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi defended the stunning $3 trillion price tag on Democrats' pandemic relief package as what is needed to confront the “villainous virus” and economic collapse.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi defended the stunning $3 trillion price tag on Democrats' pandemic relief package as what is needed to confront the “villainous virus” and economic collapse.
Coronavirus cancellations: These major events, concerts called off amid COVID-19 outbreak
Fears over the rapidly spreading novel coronavirus outbreak are causing authorities to take extra precautions with mass gatherings and events around the world.
Fears over the rapidly spreading novel coronavirus outbreak are causing authorities to take extra precautions with mass gatherings and events around the world.
Ticket refunds: Here’s what to do if your events are canceled or postponed due to COVID-19
Here’s how Ticketmaster, Live Nation, StubHub, SeatGeek and more are handling ticket refunds amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Here’s how Ticketmaster, Live Nation, StubHub, SeatGeek and more are handling ticket refunds amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Mom makes 'hug time' device so her kids can give Nana a hug
A mom in Illinois came up with a way for her kids to hug their Nana while doing their best to keep her safe.
A mom in Illinois came up with a way for her kids to hug their Nana while doing their best to keep her safe.
‘Graduate Together’: LeBron James assembles all-star talent to honor high school class of 2020
COVID-19 has halted nearly all social life around the world, including preventing students who have waited all year for their graduation ceremonies to hang up their caps and gowns.
COVID-19 has halted nearly all social life around the world, including preventing students who have waited all year for their graduation ceremonies to hang up their caps and gowns.
Maryland, DC among prosecutors demanding more transparency, worker protection at Amazon
Amazon, which has come under intense scrutiny from its own employees and lawmakers over worker safety during the coronavirus pandemic, is now being pressed by 13 state attorneys general over how it's keeping employees safe.
Amazon, which has come under intense scrutiny from its own employees and lawmakers over worker safety during the coronavirus pandemic, is now being pressed by 13 state attorneys general over how it's keeping employees safe.
12-year-old uses allowance to buy 3D printer to make masks for grandma in nursing home
A 12-year-old boy from the U.K. saved up his allowance and bought a 3D printer to make PPE for his grandma.
A 12-year-old boy from the U.K. saved up his allowance and bought a 3D printer to make PPE for his grandma.
DC stay at home order extended through June 8, says Mayor Bowser
Mayor Muriel Bowser has extended D.C.'s stay at home order through June 8.
Mayor Muriel Bowser has extended D.C.'s stay at home order through June 8.
Can community pools safely open during the coronavirus pandemic?
We're less than two weeks away from Memorial Day. Typically, that would mean the kick-off to pool season, but this isn’t going to be your average summer. Will you be able to hit the pool and, if so, when?
We're less than two weeks away from Memorial Day. Typically, that would mean the kick-off to pool season, but this isn’t going to be your average summer. Will you be able to hit the pool and, if so, when?