COVID-19 Delta variant symptoms: What we know and what to look for
Here’s what the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says about the Delta variant, its symptoms, characteristics and other things to watch for.
Here’s what the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says about the Delta variant, its symptoms, characteristics and other things to watch for.
DC Restaurant Week excitement halted by worry over delta variant, mask mandate
Many D.C. restaurants are on edge as the delta variant creates worries just as the industry is getting ready to welcome diners for Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week starting Aug. 9.
Many D.C. restaurants are on edge as the delta variant creates worries just as the industry is getting ready to welcome diners for Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week starting Aug. 9.
Washington Football Team banning headdresses, face paint at FedExField for upcoming season
The Washington Football Team has announced new safety protocols and fan attire restrictions for the upcoming football season.
The Washington Football Team has announced new safety protocols and fan attire restrictions for the upcoming football season.
Vaccinated people half as likely to be infected with COVID-19, new study says
The 37-page study showed participants who reported being vaccinated were at substantially reduced risk of testing positive for COVID-19 compared with those who reported not being vaccinated.
The 37-page study showed participants who reported being vaccinated were at substantially reduced risk of testing positive for COVID-19 compared with those who reported not being vaccinated.
Arkansas has 25 open ICU beds, other states’ hospital capacity dwindling
A number of states are once again seeing sharp increases in COVID-19 ICU hospitalizations amid a surge in new cases driven by the hyper-contagious delta variant of the coronavirus.
A number of states are once again seeing sharp increases in COVID-19 ICU hospitalizations amid a surge in new cases driven by the hyper-contagious delta variant of the coronavirus.
Secretary of Defense Austin to announce mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy for all active duty military
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin is expected Friday to announce a mandatory vaccine policy for all active-duty forces in the U.S. military.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin is expected Friday to announce a mandatory vaccine policy for all active-duty forces in the U.S. military.
Vaccine passports in the DMV - here's what you need to know
Could a COVID-19 vaccine passport soon make its way to D.C., Maryland and Virginia? After New York City announced they were getting ready to require proof of vaccination for all indoor activities, FOX 5 spoke with local leaders to get answers.
Could a COVID-19 vaccine passport soon make its way to D.C., Maryland and Virginia? After New York City announced they were getting ready to require proof of vaccination for all indoor activities, FOX 5 spoke with local leaders to get answers.
Virtual learning may not be available for DMV families who previously opted for in-person learning
With growing concerns surrounding the delta variant of COVID-19 and recent changes in some mask mandates, there are questions about whether school districts within the D.C. region are ready to handle more families who want virtual learning for their child, instead of in-person.
With growing concerns surrounding the delta variant of COVID-19 and recent changes in some mask mandates, there are questions about whether school districts within the D.C. region are ready to handle more families who want virtual learning for their child, instead of in-person.
Barbie honors COVID-19 pandemic heroes with custom dolls
Barbie launches six new dolls honoring women in STEM who have become heroes during the pandemic.
Barbie launches six new dolls honoring women in STEM who have become heroes during the pandemic.
Maryland health department investigating outbreak at county fair attended by Gov Larry Hogan
Maryland health officials are investigating a COVID-19 outbreak at a county fair that Governor Larry Hogan attended.
Maryland health officials are investigating a COVID-19 outbreak at a county fair that Governor Larry Hogan attended.
School Mask Mandates: What you need to know in DC, Maryland and Virginia
School mask mandates in D.C., Maryland and Virginia by county.
School mask mandates in D.C., Maryland and Virginia by county.
DC health officials see uptick in COVID-19 vaccinations as cases surge
Vaccination rates are up across the U.S. and in the DMV as the D.C. Department of Health says they've seen an uptick in people coming in to get their shot.
Vaccination rates are up across the U.S. and in the DMV as the D.C. Department of Health says they've seen an uptick in people coming in to get their shot.
Alexandria City Public Schools to require masks in fall 2021 regardless of vaccination status
The Alexandria City School Board has unanimously approved the recommendation to require masks in fall 2021 for everyone inside all Alexandria City Public Schools facilities regardless of vaccination status.
The Alexandria City School Board has unanimously approved the recommendation to require masks in fall 2021 for everyone inside all Alexandria City Public Schools facilities regardless of vaccination status.
Garth Brooks stadium tour: Singer to 'assess' remaining dates amid COVID-19 surge
Country star Garth Brooks says he will be reassessing whether to continue future dates on his stadium tour in light of the rising number of COVID-19 cases across the country.
Country star Garth Brooks says he will be reassessing whether to continue future dates on his stadium tour in light of the rising number of COVID-19 cases across the country.
CDC adds 16 countries to ‘very high’ COVID-19 risk list
The CDC has added 16 more countries to their highest level of COVID-19 risk for travelers as the delta variant continues to fuel cases around the world.
The CDC has added 16 more countries to their highest level of COVID-19 risk for travelers as the delta variant continues to fuel cases around the world.
Metro could enforce mandatory coronavirus testing unless worker vaccine rate increases, report says
Metro could begin enforcing mandatory coronavirus testing unless vaccinate rates among workers significantly increases, a report from the Washington Post says.
Metro could begin enforcing mandatory coronavirus testing unless vaccinate rates among workers significantly increases, a report from the Washington Post says.
CDC: Less than 1% of breakthrough COVID-19 cases led to hospitalization or death
Recent data from the CDC shows that less than 1% of breakthrough COVID-19 cases have led to hospitalization — and the percentage is even smaller for breakthrough COVID-19 cases that led to to death.
Recent data from the CDC shows that less than 1% of breakthrough COVID-19 cases have led to hospitalization — and the percentage is even smaller for breakthrough COVID-19 cases that led to to death.
VIDEO: DC Mayor Bowser officiates large wedding after new indoor mask mandate
D.C.'s reinstated indoor mask mandate went into effect Saturday.
D.C.'s reinstated indoor mask mandate went into effect Saturday.
Mask mandates, COVID-19 restrictions could be reinstated in some DMV communities
With the Delta variant on the rise across the country, some areas in the DMV are reinstating COVID-19 restrictions and mask mandates. However, there are some communities struggling with what to do.
With the Delta variant on the rise across the country, some areas in the DMV are reinstating COVID-19 restrictions and mask mandates. However, there are some communities struggling with what to do.
Louisiana brings back statewide mask mandate amid delta-driven COVID-19 surge
Louisiana is reenacting a statewide mask mandate for both vaccinated and unvaccinated residents across all indoor locations, including schools and colleges.
Louisiana is reenacting a statewide mask mandate for both vaccinated and unvaccinated residents across all indoor locations, including schools and colleges.