DC Mayor Muriel Bowser extends public health emergency order to the end of the year
Mayor Muriel Bowser extended the District’s public health emergency order through to the end of the year on Wednesday, as the nation’s capital continues to battle the novel coronavirus.
Mayor Muriel Bowser says District, White House in communication now regarding COVID-19
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser says the White House and the city have been in contact regarding COVID-19 metrics – two days after health officials’ attempts to establish communication were reportedly “unsuccessful.”
DC releases guidance on celebrating Halloween safely during the pandemic
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced guidelines on celebrating Halloween safely during the coronavirus pandemic.
DC government unable to connect with White House on COVID-19 outbreak
Officials with the Washington, D.C., Department of Health have been unsuccessful in trying to connect with the White House to assist with contact tracing and other protocols regarding the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak that has infected President Donald Trump and several senior staff members.
DC Public Schools announce plan to get elementary students back in class by November 9
On Monday, D.C. Public Schools Chancellor Dr. Lewis Ferebee announced a three-option plan that will include elementary school students returning to some type of in-person instruction when DCPS’ second term begins on November 9.
Kennedy Center delays opening pop-up indefinitely
The Kennedy Center says it will not be opening up its “HEIST” pop-up this weekend in order for its staff to determine whether the event can be accommodated according to the District’s COVID-19 reopening guidelines.
DC launching ‘pilot’ for return to live entertainment at 6 venues
D.C. music venues struggling under the restrictions prompted by the novel coronavirus may have a light at the end of the tunnel.
DC ‘Streatery’ grant aims to keep restaurants in business this winter, mayor’s office says
On Monday, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser's office officially announced a grant program that will help restaurant owners “winterize” outdoor spaces in an effort to keep the restaurants and businesses that heavily relied on “Streatery” outdoor summer spaces afloat as we push into the cooler months.
DC committee recommends changes to Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial
A committee reporting to Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser has come up with a list of dozens of historical monuments, schools, parks, government buildings and other structures that it recommends making changes to because of the historical namesakes’ connection to slavery or racism -- even the Washington Monument and Jefferson Memorial.
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser says violence will not be tolerated after weekend of intense protests
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said the city will not tolerate violence of any kind following a weekend of aggressive and intense clashes between protesters and law enforcement that resulted in numerous arrests and injuries to officers.
DC mayor highlights COVID-19 contact tracing home visits amid flurry of headlines
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced on Monday that COVID-19 contact tracers will soon begin home visits in the ongoing fight against the pandemic.
DC releases body camera footage showing fatal police-involved incidents
One week after signing the District’s police reform bill following protests in the wake of George Floyd’s death, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Metropolitan Police Department released body camera footage from deadly incidents involving police in the city on Friday.
DC mayor advises businesses to call the police if customers aren't following mask mandate
Call the police if you see someone not wearing a mask. That’s the advice from Mayor Muriel Bowser to businesses and residents in the District.
DC mayor orders quarantine for visitors from high-risk areas
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced on Friday that – starting Monday – visitors from high-risk areas must self quarantine for two weeks.
DC mayor's office says mask violators could be fined $1,000
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser says a general mask order in the nation’s capital will be expanded to anyone venturing outside.
DC mayor broadens mask order
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser says a general mask order in the nation’s capital will be expanded to anyone venturing outside.
Bowser urges DC Council to reject advertising tax bill
Mayor Muriel Bowser is urging the D.C. Council to reject a new tax she says makes it “much tougher” for businesses to survive the coronavirus pandemic.
DC activates heat emergency through Wednesday as temperatures rise
Mayor Muriel Bowser issued a heat emergency plan Saturday as dangerously hot temperatures are expected to impact the District.
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser to announce hybrid in-person, virtual learning for District schools: sources
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is set to announce that schools will re-open with both in-person and virtual learning this year.
Paul Wagner reports for final time on FOX 5
Veteran crime journalist Paul Wagner reported for WTTG for the last time Tuesday.