Virginia Tech disenrolls 134 students for not complying with COVID-19 vaccination requirement
Virginia Tech has disenrolled 134 students for not complying with the COVID-19 vaccination requirement, according to a spokesperson for the school.
Virginia Tech has disenrolled 134 students for not complying with the COVID-19 vaccination requirement, according to a spokesperson for the school.
CDC sees ‘rapid increase’ of severe illnesses from ivermectin use for COVID-19
A new report shows a rise in severe illnesses as more people defiantly use an anti-parasitic drug to treat COVID-19 infections.
A new report shows a rise in severe illnesses as more people defiantly use an anti-parasitic drug to treat COVID-19 infections.
2 Fredericksburg-area schools shift to virtual learning after COVID-19 outbreaks
Students in two Fredericksburg, Virginia schools have shifted to virtual learning after COVID-19 outbreaks.
Students in two Fredericksburg, Virginia schools have shifted to virtual learning after COVID-19 outbreaks.
Fairfax County schools mandating vaccinations for athletes
Fairfax County schools on Monday announced that all high school athletes must be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to participate this year.
Fairfax County schools on Monday announced that all high school athletes must be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to participate this year.
Chicago judge reverses decision, will allow unvaccinated mom to see her son after all
Cook County Judge James Shapiro told Rebecca Firlit in early August she would not be allowed to see her 11-year-old son because she refuses to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Cook County Judge James Shapiro told Rebecca Firlit in early August she would not be allowed to see her 11-year-old son because she refuses to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
5 Republican-run states under federal investigation for banning masks in schools
The Education Department says it’s investigating five Republican-led states that have banned or limited mask requirements in schools, saying the policies could amount to discrimination against students with disabilities or health conditions.
The Education Department says it’s investigating five Republican-led states that have banned or limited mask requirements in schools, saying the policies could amount to discrimination against students with disabilities or health conditions.
COVID-19 vaccine or negative test required for Eagles, Harry Styles shows at Capital One Arena
A new COVID-19 policy is in place at the Capital One Arena for its upcoming shows that will require guests to have either proof of their vaccine or a negative test result.
A new COVID-19 policy is in place at the Capital One Arena for its upcoming shows that will require guests to have either proof of their vaccine or a negative test result.
Child obesity increased during COVID-19 pandemic: study
A new study found the prevalence of obesity between the ages of 5 and 11 jumped by about 9.5% during the pandemic.
A new study found the prevalence of obesity between the ages of 5 and 11 jumped by about 9.5% during the pandemic.
DC, Montgomery County students back to school as COVID-19 cases rise nationwide
Students in Washington, D.C. and Montgomery County are back in the classroom Monday for in-person learning as COVID-19 cases continue to grow nationwide due in part to the spread of the highly contagious delta variant.
Students in Washington, D.C. and Montgomery County are back in the classroom Monday for in-person learning as COVID-19 cases continue to grow nationwide due in part to the spread of the highly contagious delta variant.
30-year-old who led anti-mask efforts in Texas community dies of COVID-19
A man who led efforts in his community against wearing masks and other preventative measures during the pandemic has died from COVID-19, one month after being admitted to the emergency room.
A man who led efforts in his community against wearing masks and other preventative measures during the pandemic has died from COVID-19, one month after being admitted to the emergency room.
Cook County judge strips mother of parental rights because she is not vaccinated
A mother says a Cook County judge has taken away her parental rights after learning that she is not vaccinated against COVID-19.
A mother says a Cook County judge has taken away her parental rights after learning that she is not vaccinated against COVID-19.
MCPS to implement random COVID-19 screening tests for select students
Montgomery County Public Schools will use random COVID-19 screening tests for select students this fall, according to a letter sent to parents this week.
Montgomery County Public Schools will use random COVID-19 screening tests for select students this fall, according to a letter sent to parents this week.
US intelligence agencies remain divided on origins of COVID-19
U.S. intelligence agencies are still divided on the origins of the coronavirus, but believe China’s leaders did not know about the virus before the start of the global pandemic.
U.S. intelligence agencies are still divided on the origins of the coronavirus, but believe China’s leaders did not know about the virus before the start of the global pandemic.
2 men die in Japan after receiving doses of suspended Moderna vaccines
Two men died after each was administered a dose of Moderna Inc.'s COVID-19 vaccine that was among lots later suspended from use following the discovery of contaminants.
Two men died after each was administered a dose of Moderna Inc.'s COVID-19 vaccine that was among lots later suspended from use following the discovery of contaminants.
Pediatricians face difficulty as parents push for kids under 12 to get vaccinated
As of now children 12 and up can be vaccinated against COVID-19, but apparently, that’s not stopping many parents of kids 11 and under from putting pressure on their pediatricians.
As of now children 12 and up can be vaccinated against COVID-19, but apparently, that’s not stopping many parents of kids 11 and under from putting pressure on their pediatricians.
Nationals implement vaccine mandate for all nonplaying employees: report
The Washington Nationals have become one of the first MLB teams to implement a vaccine mandate.
The Washington Nationals have become one of the first MLB teams to implement a vaccine mandate.
Half of US kids between 12 and 17 have received COVID-19 vaccine
The White House called it a “major milestone” Friday in its continuous effort to vaccinate adolescents.
The White House called it a “major milestone” Friday in its continuous effort to vaccinate adolescents.
Vaccine mandated for Loudoun County school employees
Loudoun County Public Schools announced on Friday that all employees must be fully vaccinated by Nov. 1.
Loudoun County Public Schools announced on Friday that all employees must be fully vaccinated by Nov. 1.
Georgetown to test fully vaccinated students, staff for COVID-19
Georgetown University will begin testing students and staff – even those who are fully vaccinated – for COVID-19, according student newspaper The Hoya.
Georgetown University will begin testing students and staff – even those who are fully vaccinated – for COVID-19, according student newspaper The Hoya.
Child dies of COVID-19 in northern Virginia, health officials say
A child has died of COVID-19 in northern Virginia, according to state health officials.
A child has died of COVID-19 in northern Virginia, according to state health officials.