Oversight board maintains Trump’s Facebook suspension, but scolds company for indefinite ban
By upholding the suspension, the board has sided with Facebook for just the second time in the last six cases -- but said Facebook must reassess the decision within six months of the panel's decision.
By upholding the suspension, the board has sided with Facebook for just the second time in the last six cases -- but said Facebook must reassess the decision within six months of the panel's decision.
Biden’s new goal: 70% in US with at least 1 dose, 160M fully vaccinated by July 4
President Joe Biden announced a new target of 70% of American adults receiving at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, and 160 million fully vaccinated, by the Fourth of July.
President Joe Biden announced a new target of 70% of American adults receiving at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, and 160 million fully vaccinated, by the Fourth of July.
DC mayor’s mask explanation still coming up short
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser fell short when she was asked about mask guidelines on Monday.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser fell short when she was asked about mask guidelines on Monday.
‘We followed bin Laden to the gates of hell — and we got him’: Biden reflects on 10th anniversary of raid
On Sunday, President Joe Biden marked 10 years since Osama bin Laden was killed by U.S. Special Forces by releasing a statement, reflecting on one of the biggest accomplishments of the Obama administration.
On Sunday, President Joe Biden marked 10 years since Osama bin Laden was killed by U.S. Special Forces by releasing a statement, reflecting on one of the biggest accomplishments of the Obama administration.
DC Mayor Bowser backtracks on loosening mask restrictions for fully vaccinated adults
People fully vaccinated against COVID-19 can gather inside without masks starting now.
People fully vaccinated against COVID-19 can gather inside without masks starting now.
All Marylanders can now immediately book a COVID vaccine appointment, or walk in
The more than 800,000 people who have pre-registered for a vaccine in Maryland have been offered an appointment.
The more than 800,000 people who have pre-registered for a vaccine in Maryland have been offered an appointment.
'It’s safe. It’s effective. It’s free': Obama encourages youth vaccinations with TikTok PSA
Obama had previously teamed up with former presidents Clinton, Bush and Carter for a PSA showing them receiving their vaccines. But as vaccine eligibility expanded in April, Obama shifted his message to meet the next wave of recipients on their platform of choice.
Obama had previously teamed up with former presidents Clinton, Bush and Carter for a PSA showing them receiving their vaccines. But as vaccine eligibility expanded in April, Obama shifted his message to meet the next wave of recipients on their platform of choice.
DC to begin loosening some COVID-19 restrictions Saturday; Bowser makes vaccine push
With COVID-19 cases declining in Washington, D.C. officials are taking a step towards normalcy by loosening various coronavirus restrictions.
With COVID-19 cases declining in Washington, D.C. officials are taking a step towards normalcy by loosening various coronavirus restrictions.
‘Magicicada Months’ underway in Maryland after governor proclamation
Governor Larry Hogan decided to have some fun with an event that many Marylanders may be dreading: the arrival of the Brood X cicadas.
Governor Larry Hogan decided to have some fun with an event that many Marylanders may be dreading: the arrival of the Brood X cicadas.
Major Biden gets special training to prepare for arrival of White House cat
First lady Jill Biden said a family cat will be coming to the White House “pretty soon,” after the younger of the Bidens’ two German shepherds, Major, received special training.
First lady Jill Biden said a family cat will be coming to the White House “pretty soon,” after the younger of the Bidens’ two German shepherds, Major, received special training.
Virginia lifts outdoor mask mandate for vaccinated people who are alone or are in small settings
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam lifted the Commonwealth’s outdoor mask mandate for anyone who is fully vaccinated on Thursday if they're alone or in small outdoor settings.
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam lifted the Commonwealth’s outdoor mask mandate for anyone who is fully vaccinated on Thursday if they're alone or in small outdoor settings.
Montgomery Co won’t lift outdoor dining restrictions yet; Prince George's Co reviewing Gov's guidance
Montgomery County says it won’t lift outdoor dining restrictions, despite new guidelines announced by Governor Larry Hogan on Tuesday.
Montgomery County says it won’t lift outdoor dining restrictions, despite new guidelines announced by Governor Larry Hogan on Tuesday.
Biden address to Congress: President pushes policy goals, says US ‘turning peril into possibility’
President Joe Biden is set to give his first address to a joint session of Congress on Wednesday evening. Here's what he's expected to cover.
President Joe Biden is set to give his first address to a joint session of Congress on Wednesday evening. Here's what he's expected to cover.
‘We are not adversaries’: Sen. Tim Scott offers GOP rebuttal to Biden’s 1st address to Congress
Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina delivered Republicans’ rebuttal to President Joe Biden’s first joint address to Congress Wednesday night, taking aim at COVID-19 restrictions while praising the GOP and Donald Trump’s previous efforts to restore the U.S. economy.
Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina delivered Republicans’ rebuttal to President Joe Biden’s first joint address to Congress Wednesday night, taking aim at COVID-19 restrictions while praising the GOP and Donald Trump’s previous efforts to restore the U.S. economy.
Street closures, parking restrictions in place ahead of President Biden’s address to Congress
President Joe Biden will give his first presidential address to Congress Wednesday and with it will come a host of street closures and restrictions in and around the United States Capitol.
President Joe Biden will give his first presidential address to Congress Wednesday and with it will come a host of street closures and restrictions in and around the United States Capitol.
Maryland State Board of Education calls for full-time in-person education option next year
The Maryland State Board of Education on Tuesday unanimously passed a resolution calling for school districts to offer full-time in-person education option during the 2021-2022 school year.
The Maryland State Board of Education on Tuesday unanimously passed a resolution calling for school districts to offer full-time in-person education option during the 2021-2022 school year.
Newly acquired photograph of former President Trump to be featured at National Portrait Gallery
A newly acquired photo of former President Donald Trump will be featured at the National Portrait Gallery when the museum reopens this month.
A newly acquired photo of former President Donald Trump will be featured at the National Portrait Gallery when the museum reopens this month.
DC mayor responds; traffic report released in alleged DC police drag racing crash
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser used the words "dereliction of duty" when asked on Monday about the investigation into D.C. police officers drag racing in Northeast last week.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser used the words "dereliction of duty" when asked on Monday about the investigation into D.C. police officers drag racing in Northeast last week.
Families want answers after Maryland AG announces potential re-evaluation of medical examiner cases
Last week, the Maryland Attorney General’s office announced that it is considering reviewing the cases former state medical examiner David Fowler was responsible for in the wake of his testimony on behalf of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
Last week, the Maryland Attorney General’s office announced that it is considering reviewing the cases former state medical examiner David Fowler was responsible for in the wake of his testimony on behalf of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
DC to pay $1.6M for 2 lawsuits over excessive force during Trump inauguration protests
The District will pay $1.6 million to settle to lawsuits over alleged excessive force and unlawful arrests by police during the 2017 protests following the inauguration of former President Donald Trump.
The District will pay $1.6 million to settle to lawsuits over alleged excessive force and unlawful arrests by police during the 2017 protests following the inauguration of former President Donald Trump.