Canada reopens border to vaccinated U.S. visitors

As of Monday, Aug. 9, Canada has lifted its prohibition on Americans crossing the border to shop, vacation or visit, but the United States is keeping similar restrictions in place for Canadians.

George Mason professor suing school over vaccine mandate

A George Mason University law professor is suing the school over its vaccine mandate, arguing he shouldn't have to get vaccinated because he has natural immunity from COVID-19 antibodies.

Maryland company’s product detects COVID-19 by testing air quality

A Maryland company is responsible for a new product that can detect COVID-19 particles by testing air quality – and some believe it could be a game changer for schools and businesses.

Keeping your kids safe when they're too young to be vaccinated

Masks are back, COVID cases are on the rise – and it’s got a lot of parents concerned about children who are too young to be vaccinated.

DC gyms asking to be exempt from mask mandate if they require customers be vaccinated

Gyms in D.C. are asking Mayor Muriel Bowser to exempt them from the mask mandate put in place last month if they require all patrons of their businesses to be vaccinated.

Yelp feature allows users to find businesses requiring COVID-19 vaccination

The company announced two free features for businesses — “proof of vaccination required” and “all staff fully vaccinated” — to help consumers understand how a business is currently operating amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination may be required at some DC bars

New York City is making headlines as the first in the nation to require proof of vaccination for indoor dining, gyms and entertainment activities -- and now similar policies are popping up at bars in the District.

Virginia child dies from COVID-19 complications, health officials confirm

The Virginia Department of Health announced Thursday that a child in the Eastern Region of the state has died from COVID-19 complications.

Montgomery County could reinstitute indoor mask mandate

As COVID-19 cases nationwide grow due to the fast-spreading Delta variant, officials in parts of the D.C. region are taking a look at reinstating restrictions.