Crime drops around the world as coronavirus keeps people inside

The coronavirus pandemic that has crippled big-box retailers and mom and pop shops worldwide may be making a dent in illicit business, too.

DC closes Beach Drive, other streets to cars to encourage "essential exercise"

Officials have closed Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park and other streets to motorists so that runners and bicyclists can access them unbothered for "essential exercise" during the coronavirus outbreak.

Boris Johnson out of the hospital, says staff saved his life

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been discharged from a London hospital where he was treated in intensive care for the new coronavirus.

DC jail reports four new coronavirus cases, bringing total to 53

The D.C. Department of Corrections has reported four new coronavirus cases among inmates, bringing the total in the District's jail to 53.

U.S. passes Italy for world's highest coronavirus death toll

The U.S. death toll from the coronavirus eclipsed Italy's for the highest in the world Saturday at more than 20,071, as Chicago and other cities across the Midwest braced for a potential surge in victims and moved to snuff out smoldering hot spots of contagion before they erupt.With the New York area still deep in crisis, fear mounted over the spread of the scourge into the nation's heartland. 

DC Fish Market reopens after social distancing shutdown

The historic Municipal Fish Market at the D.C. Wharf finally reopened Saturday to a few frustrated customers after District officials forced the emergency shutdown of the popular seafood spot last weekend.

Are schools open? Governor, NYC mayor give different answers

Governor and mayor locked horns again Saturday, this time over whether school buildings in the nation's largest district would close for the rest of the year, with classes continuing online.

Truck drivers working hard to deliver items around the clock during COVID-19 pandemic

Right now, vital supplies like medical equipment, prescription drugs, and food are more important than ever. But before those items can be used at the hospital or purchased at the grocery store, someone has to get them there.

Virginia Gov. Northam seeks early release for nearly 2,000 inmates

Virginia Governor Ralph Northam has called for the early release of nearly 2,000 inmates with less than a year remaining on their sentences.

Hogan: PPE Decontamination site coming to BWI

Among the many important announcements made on Friday, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan said a personal protection equipment (PPE) decontamination site would soon be coming to BWI – Thurgood Marshall Airport.

Prince George’s County nonprofit offers $200 gift card to qualified laid off workers during COVID-19 pandemic 

Many people across the D.C region may have experienced the tedious task of filing for unemployment during the COVID-19 pandemic and are probably waiting for their checks to arrive, but the nonprofit group known as Employ Prince George’s is offering some money as a temporary relief to those who need it the most.