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DC Department of Health Warns Against Illegal COVID-19 Vaccine Sale

The DC Department of Health has warned residents about a new type of scam, where private sales of the COVID-19 vaccine are offered.

DC Public Schools May Resume In-Person Learning, Arbitrator Concludes

An arbitrator ruled that most DC schools may reopen this week for in-person classes as they have met safety criteria for the practice.

Councilmember Says DC Needs State of Emergency to Stop Gun Violence

Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White called on the District to declare a state of emergency in response to the gun violence around the city.

Giant Pandas at National Zoo Enjoy Snow in Adorable Ways

The National Zoo released a new video, where its beloved giant pandas Mei Xiang and Tian Tian are sliding and rolling around in the snow.

DC Gets Gun Violence Prevention Leader for First Time

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser announced a "gun violence prevention director," a new position, at a press conference on Thursday.

Acting Capitol Police Chief Calls for Permanent Fencing Around Building

Acting US Capitol Police Chief Yogananda Pittman said that a permanent fence is needed around the US Capitol after the January 6 siege.

Mayor Bowser Thanks Biden for COVID-19 Vaccine Commitment to DC

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser expressed her gratitude to President Biden for his pledge of upping the city's COVID-19 vaccine allotment by 15 percent.

DC Schools, Parents Prepare for In-Person Learning Under Covid Rules

DC Public Schools (DCPS) is reopening on February 1 for in-person classes with a series of safety measures against the coronavirus.