George Washington University moving to online classes after spring break

George Washington University will move to online classes for at least two weeks after spring break amid the global COVID-19 outbreak, officials announced Tuesday. This information was first reported in the GW Hatchet. 

Alexandria Health Department urges self-monitoring after potential coronavirus exposure at Immanuel Chapel at Virginia Theological Seminary

The Alexandria Health Department says it was notified that a D.C. resident who tested positive for coronavirus spent time at the Immanuel Chapel of the Virginia Theological Seminary.

Bowie State University cancels Thursday, Friday classes to prepare for remote instruction

Bowie State University announced Tuesday it is canceling its Thursday and Friday classes in an effort to prepare for remote instruction amid the worldwide coronavirus outbreak. 

MGM Resorts shutting down Las Vegas buffets amid COVID-19 outbreak

MGM Resorts announced it would temporarily close its buffets at all of its Las Vegas properties as part of the company’s efforts to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus. 

President Trump floats temporarily eliminating payroll tax to boost economy amid coronavirus fears

President Trump on Tuesday floated the idea of temporarily doing away with the payroll tax in order to give the U.S. economy a boost as it struggles amid fears over the coronavirus outbreak.

Coronavirus: White House announces more availability of masks, tests, health insurance waivers

Vice President Mike Pence, flanked by his task force formed to respond to the novel coronavirus outbreak in the United States, discussed the latest actions and initiatives on the coronavirus in a White House press conference Tuesday. 

Coronavirus concerns prompt American University move to online classes after spring break

American University announced on Tuesday that it will move its classes to online platforms after an extended spring break amid concerns about the international outbreak of the novel coronavirus.

Coronavirus outbreak: Who should self-quarantine?

Questions about who should and should not self-quarantine are surfacing as more coronavirus cases are confirmed in our area.

Tennessee school employee comes in contact with coronavirus patient – and parents aren’t taking any chances

Officials announced two more novel coronavirus patients in Tennessee on Monday, bringing the state’s total cases to six. Residents are doing what they can to avoid becoming the next statistic.