U.S. bankruptcy court approves sale of J.C. Penney

The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas approved a purchase agreement that has substantially all of J.C. Penney’s retail and operating assets acquired by Brookfield Asset Management Inc. and Simon Property Group through a combination of cash and new term loan debt.

9% of hospitalized coronavirus patients readmitted within 2 months of discharge: CDC report

A report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that looked at hospitalized coronavirus patients found that up to 9% were readmitted within two months of discharge.

COVID-19 vaccine timeline: A look at what’s ahead for leading candidates

Pfizer and the makers of the other leading U.S. COVID-19 vaccine candidates have been cautioning for weeks that the earliest they could seek regulatory approval for wider use of their shots would be late November.

Some grocery chains reinstating limits on toilet paper, paper towels amid rising COVID-19 cases

A spokesperson for Kroger, which operates more than 2,000 locations nationwide, said the grocery chain put limits on the essential items “to ensure all customers have access to what they need this holiday season.”

Pfizer coronavirus vaccine exceeds FDA standard

As the world anxiously waits for any positive news about a coronavirus vaccine, Pfizer announced Monday that its coronavirus vaccine is more than 90 percent effective.

Pfizer coronavirus vaccine exceeds expectations
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As the world anxiously waits for any positive news about a coronavirus vaccine, Pfizer announced Monday that its coronavirus vaccine is more than 90 percent effective.

Maryland utility shutoffs could begin next week
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As thousands struggle to pay utility bills in our region, next week Maryland companies can start shutting off services.�

Fauquier County Schools begins hybrid-learning program

Monday meant welcoming back 70 percent of the kindergarten through 12th-grade students in Fauquier County, the latest to take a shot at in-person learning even as COVID-19 cases rise in the region.

DC Mayor’s trip to Delaware celebrating Biden’s win considered 'essential travel'

In her “Coronavirus Situational Update” news conference held Monday, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser confirmed she traveled to Delaware and was present when President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris gave their victory speeches this weekend. 

Pfizer says early data signals COVID-19 vaccine is 90% effective

Pfizer says an early peek at its vaccine data suggests the shots may be 90% effective at preventing COVID-19, indicating the company is on track later this month to file an emergency use application with U.S. regulators.

COVID-19 vaccine: Who will get the first doses?

Scientists vary in their recommendations over who should get the first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Northern Virginia high school sports in limbo
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New tonight ? reaction from the community as school sports are in a ?holding pattern? across northern Virginia.

National Christmas Tree Lighting will be virtual this year

With the novel coronavirus still sweeping through the nation, the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony won’t accommodate crowds in person this year – but you’ll be able to watch it from home.

Less than 2 weeks remain to collect $1,200 COVID-19 stimulus check

The fast-approaching deadline, Nov. 21, is for those who have not yet received a $1,200 stimulus check but still may qualify.

Paycheck Protection Program fraud accusations continue to grow

The federal government has been flooded with reports of potential fraud in the Paycheck Protection Program, a vital lifeline that helped keep small businesses afloat during the coronavirus pandemic.