Scientists say COVID-19 mutation more contagious than original strain is increasing at ‘alarming rate’
Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory say they have identified 14 new mutations of the novel coronavirus that first originated in Wuhan, China in hopes of creating an early warning system to reveal new strains that may render future vaccines ineffective.
Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory say they have identified 14 new mutations of the novel coronavirus that first originated in Wuhan, China in hopes of creating an early warning system to reveal new strains that may render future vaccines ineffective.
Maryland mom says graduation ceremonies can still happen with social distancing
Graduation ceremonies are in limbo for seniors across the country and now some are questioning why as areas ease stay-at-home orders.
Graduation ceremonies are in limbo for seniors across the country and now some are questioning why as areas ease stay-at-home orders.
Howard University Hospital opens free COVID-19 testing site in Northeast DC
Howard University Faculty Practice Plan, in partnership with Bank of America, has opened a free COVID-19 testing site in an effort to serve "diverse Washington, D.C. communities located east of the river."
Howard University Faculty Practice Plan, in partnership with Bank of America, has opened a free COVID-19 testing site in an effort to serve "diverse Washington, D.C. communities located east of the river."
Father frustrated with online classes files lawsuit against George Washington University
A fed up father is taking a local university to court for failing to provide his daughter with the education he paid for.
A fed up father is taking a local university to court for failing to provide his daughter with the education he paid for.
Dallas salon owner gets 7 days in jail for reopening in defiance of countywide restrictions
A Far North Dallas salon owner will spend 7 days in jail after she refused to apologize for opening her business in defiance of countywide restrictions.
A Far North Dallas salon owner will spend 7 days in jail after she refused to apologize for opening her business in defiance of countywide restrictions.
DC city council capping delivery app fees during COVID-19 crisis
The D.C. City Council on Tuesday voted unanimously to place a cap on the fees delivery app services can charge amid the COVID-19 crisis.
The D.C. City Council on Tuesday voted unanimously to place a cap on the fees delivery app services can charge amid the COVID-19 crisis.
Coronavirus affects college financial aid — here’s how
Coronavirus could affect your ability to pay for college. Most students will qualify for the same financial aid, or more, though – and the government is offering help to borrowers with federal student debt.
Coronavirus could affect your ability to pay for college. Most students will qualify for the same financial aid, or more, though – and the government is offering help to borrowers with federal student debt.
Consumer debt surged to $14.3T before worst of coronavirus crisis, Fed says
Mortgage balances, the largest component of household debt in the U.S., jumped by $156 billion in the first quarter.
Mortgage balances, the largest component of household debt in the U.S., jumped by $156 billion in the first quarter.
In coronavirus economy, here's how to pay off credit card debt
Your first step right now should be to ask your credit card issuer for a break.
Your first step right now should be to ask your credit card issuer for a break.
Amazon VP resigns after accusing company of 'firing whistleblowers'
Tim Bray said he could no longer be an Amazon VP.
Tim Bray said he could no longer be an Amazon VP.
Kweisi Mfume rejoins House, in vacant seat of late Elijah Cummings
Maryland Democrat Kweisi Mfume rejoined the House on Tuesday to replace the late Rep. Elijah Cummings, taking his oath of office with a protective mask in his left hand, the latest symbol of how Congress and the country are adjusting to the coronavirus pandemic.
Maryland Democrat Kweisi Mfume rejoined the House on Tuesday to replace the late Rep. Elijah Cummings, taking his oath of office with a protective mask in his left hand, the latest symbol of how Congress and the country are adjusting to the coronavirus pandemic.
Millions won’t get full coronavirus stimulus checks — what to do if you need money
Not everyone will get a stimulus payment, but there are ways you can free up cash.
Not everyone will get a stimulus payment, but there are ways you can free up cash.
Frontier Airlines launches coronavirus ‘More Room’ seat option
Here is how you can reserve a socially distanced seat assignment on Frontier.
Here is how you can reserve a socially distanced seat assignment on Frontier.
Maryland labor department highlights unemployment portal improvements
The Maryland Labor Department says it has taken the necessary steps to improve its much-criticized unemployment portal.
The Maryland Labor Department says it has taken the necessary steps to improve its much-criticized unemployment portal.
Man charged with assault and battery for wiping nose on Michigan Dollar Tree employee's shirt
A 68-year-old man is facing assault and battery charges in Oakland County after police said he used a Dollar Tree employee's shirt to wipe his face when she told him he needed to wear a mask.
A 68-year-old man is facing assault and battery charges in Oakland County after police said he used a Dollar Tree employee's shirt to wipe his face when she told him he needed to wear a mask.
List of states with the fewest coronavirus restrictions
Wallet Hub has released their list of states with the fewest coronavirus restrictions.
Wallet Hub has released their list of states with the fewest coronavirus restrictions.
DC holding virtual teacher recruiting this week
Schools in the District are closed, but that doesn’t mean the effort to educate young people in the nation’s capital has stopped.
Schools in the District are closed, but that doesn’t mean the effort to educate young people in the nation’s capital has stopped.
Nike to donate more than 30,000 shoes to COVID-19 frontline workers
The sportswear giant is partnering with the nonprofit Good360 and local organizations to give staff at various hospitals around the U.S. and Europe a pair of shoes.
The sportswear giant is partnering with the nonprofit Good360 and local organizations to give staff at various hospitals around the U.S. and Europe a pair of shoes.
DC Mayor stresses safe social distancing after weekend National Mall crowding
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser strongly encouraged residents to refrain from large public gatherings after social media posts popped up that showed crowding at the National Mall and also groups of people on at least one restaurant’s patio.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser strongly encouraged residents to refrain from large public gatherings after social media posts popped up that showed crowding at the National Mall and also groups of people on at least one restaurant’s patio.
Outer Banks locals welcoming non-resident property owners back after ban due to COVID-19
Residents of a coastal North Carolina county are welcoming non-resident property owners back to the area after they were banned because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Residents of a coastal North Carolina county are welcoming non-resident property owners back to the area after they were banned because of the COVID-19 pandemic.