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Health Insurers to Cover COVID-19 Testing for High-Risk DC Residents

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser issued an order mandating that health insurers cover the cost of coronavirus testing for some residents who are likely at high risk.

HIV Cases in District See Major Drop Since 2007

The number of newly diagnosed HIV cases in the District of Columbia has decreased by 79 percent in 2019 since 2007, according to a DC Health report.

DC Restaurant Week Kicks Off With Special Deals to Boost Recovery of Eateries

DC Restaurant Week allows diners to buy 3-course lunches for $22 and 3-course dinners for $35 or $55 at 200 restaurants in the DMV area from August 17-30.

National Zoo’s Giant Panda Mei to Give Birth This Week

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo is closely monitoring its giant panda Mei Xiang as she is expected to deliver a cub this week.

Asymptomatic Spread Responsible for Most New Cases of COVID-19 in DC

A large portion of newly infected coronavirus patients in the District of Columbia contracted the disease from individuals who showed no symptoms.

Metro Restores Most Rail and Bus Service to Pre-Pandemic Levels

Metro has brought back a large portion of its normal schedule as of August 16 with the requirement of wearing face masks and social distancing for riders.

Black-Owned DC Restaurants Organize Sweepstakes

Anela Malik, a DC-based food blogger, teamed up with HalfSmoke and Raise Nation LLC, to organize sweepstakes to support Black-owned restaurants in the city.

José Andrés Provides Free Meals in Beirut in Wake of Explosion

DC's chef José Andrés started a new initiative as part of his relief efforts, this time for the Lebanese capital, Beirut, which was hit by a huge blast.