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Oct 24, 2022

D.C., Md., And Va. See Big Drop In Math And Reading Scores

Math and reading scores fell across the country on the NAEP tests. D.C., Md. and Va. saw some of the biggest declines.

Jun 08, 2022

New Program Set To Send Millions To D.C. Child Care Providers Recovering From Pandemic Losses

A new grant program will distribute more than $30 million to local providers in order to offset the pandemic’s financial devastation.

Jan 27, 2022

Mayor Bowser Extends Indoor Mask Mandate To Feb. 28

D.C. residents and visitors will have to mask up in public indoor spaces for another month, as COVID-19 cases are still high albeit rapidly dropping.

Jan 25, 2022

Montgomery County Council Votes To Extend Indoor Mask Mandate

The county’s indoor mask mandate is extended until Feb. 21.

Jan 25, 2022

The Big Board Will Face A D.C. Liquor Board Review After Reportedly Violating Vaccine And Mask Mandates

Following multiple warnings for mask and vaccine mandate violations, the H Street burger and craft beer spot could lose its liquor license.

Jan 18, 2022

Business Owners And Residents Voice Opposition To Vaccine Mandate In Montgomery County

The vast majority of county residents who testified at a public hearing Tuesday before the Council said they opposed the mandate.

Jan 15, 2022

On First Day Of D.C.’s New Vaccine Mandate, Businesses and Patrons Adjust

The vaccine mandate went into effect Saturday and requires people to show proof of vaccination to enter some establishments.

Jan 12, 2022

Prince George’s County School Parents, Teachers Voice Concerns About The Start To In-Person Learning

School officials are giving all students and staff KN95 masks and distributing at-home tests.

Jan 11, 2022

Montgomery County Council May Implement Vaccine Mandate To Enter Some Businesses

The council will hold a public hearing on the measure next week, and is still subject to a vote.

Jan 10, 2022

Why Some D.C.-Area Grocery Shelves Are Barren Right Now

Grocery stores small and large in the D.C. region are having trouble stocking shelves. Why?

 
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