With rise in house parties, DC region restaurants suggest lifting indoor dining ban

With most people staying cooped up inside their homes, should bars and restaurants across the D.C. region where indoor dining is banned be allowed to resume again?

Fairfax County sheriff's deputy dies of COVID-19

A Fairfax County sheriff's deputy passed away earlier this week after battling COVID-19 for several weeks. 

More than 2 million people dead globally from COVID-19

The number of dead from the virus is about equal to the population of Brussels, Mecca, Minsk or Vienna.

'American Rescue Plan': Here's what's in Biden's COVID-19 relief plan

President-elect Joe Biden is proposing a $1.9 trillion plan to expand coronavirus vaccinations, help individuals and jump-start the economy.

CDC warns UK coronavirus strain may become dominant in US, COVID-19 death toll could reach 477K by February

More than 470,000 Americans could die from COVID-19 by early February, while a new and far more infectious strain of coronavirus could dominate in the country by March, the CDC warned.

Partake Foods CEO talks building vegan, allergen-free brand
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CEO and founder of Partake Foods Denise Woodard talks to Good Day DC about starting a business focused on creating snacks that were free from common allergens and getting attention from celebrity investors such as Jay-Z and Rihanna.

Microsoft, Oracle, Salesforce join effort to develop COVID-19 vaccination digital passport

The technology would allow individuals to obtain a copy of their immunization records through a digital wallet of their choice, such as Apple Wallet or Google Pay, while those without smartphones would receive paper printed with QR codes containing verifiable credentials.

'Saved by the Bell' star Dustin Diamond diagnosed with cancer

The actor's spokesman told Fox News Thursday that Diamond is facing a "severe" diagnosis, though could not yet confirm the stage.

Virginia governor says schools can open with precautions - find out how

Virginia Governor Ralph Northam says the state is switching gears when it comes to re-opening schools in the midst of the pandemic.

$15 an hour minimum wage: Biden pushes for urgent increase amid COVID-19 pandemic

During his announcement of the “American Rescue Plan,” President-elect Joe Biden pushed for the minimum wage in the United States to be raised to at least $15 an hour.

Biden unveils $1.9 trillion COVID-19 stimulus plan, including $1,400 stimulus checks

President-elect Joe Biden is unveiling a $1.9 trillion coronavirus plan aimed at speeding up the vaccine rollout and providing financial help to individuals, states and local governments and businesses.

COVID-19 cases in children rise, parallel trends seen among adults, CDC report says

A new report shows that cases in children and young adults have increased since summer 2020 with trends among younger age groups paralleling those among adults.

Mass vaccination sites still far off in Maryland

As counties in the D.C. area continue to distribute vaccines to those who qualify, many are wondering when we can expect mass vaccination sites in stadiums and arenas like we’re seeing in other states.

COVID-19 vaccines: Rollout in US sparks new set of problems

The rapid expansion of COVID-19 vaccinations to senior citizens across the U.S. has led to bottlenecks, system crashes and hard feelings in many states because of overwhelming demand for the shots.