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Trump to Lift Some COVID-19 Travel Restrictions, a Move Biden Quickly Rejects
President Donald Trump on Monday said he is ending COVID-19 travel restrictions for air travelers from Europe and Brazil, a move that the incoming administration quickly rejected. In a proclamation, Trump said the restrictions would be lifted by Jan. 26, and by, then Joe Biden will be president. “With the pandemic worsening, and more contagious variants emerging around the world,…
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Researchers Try to Understand Spread of COVID-19 Using Surveillance Study
News4’s Shawn Yancy shows us how local researchers are tracking the spread and symptoms of the coronavirus in real time.
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DC Leaders Address Disparities in COVID-19 Vaccine Availability
Some DC residents have run into issues while trying to register to be vaccinated on the city’s website. Leaders say they’re trying to make sure people from all wards have an equal chance at being vaccinated. News4’s Aimee Cho has more on the efforts to ensure fair distribution.
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COVID-19 Vaccinations Given to School Staff in Fairfax County
Northern Virginia Bureau Chief Julie Carey reports on school staff in Fairfax County receiving COVID-19 vaccinations.
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DC Addresses Apparent Disparity in Vaccine Availability
Some D.C. residents are frustrated with the city’s vaccine portal, saying it’s been tough to make appointments, while leaders say they are trying to make sure residents of all wards have an equal chance at getting the shot. On Saturday, Miguel Ramos tried to make an appointment for his wife’s uncle, a senior citizen in Shepherd Park. Ramos said...
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Virus Updates: Biden CDC Pick Says US Can Meet Goal of 100M Vaccines in 100 Days
As the United States struggles with its coronavirus vaccine rollout, President-elect Joe Biden pledged Friday to maximize the available supply of vaccines and materials needed to administer them when he takes office on Wednesday. He also unveiled a $1.9 trillion “American Rescue Plan” to confront the virus and provide temporary support for a shaky economy. So far, more than 11…
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Coronavirus in DC, Maryland, Virginia: What to Know on Jan. 18
Here’s what to know about the coronavirus data, resources and reopenings across the D.C. area.
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Coronavirus in DC, Maryland, Virginia: What to Know on Jan. 17
Here’s what to know about the coronavirus data, resources and reopenings across the D.C. area.
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Coronavirus in DC, Maryland, Virginia: What to Know on Jan. 16
Here’s what to know about the coronavirus data, resources and reopenings across the D.C. area.
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Virus Updates: Biden's Vaccine Plan; US Deaths Reach 390K
President-elect Joe Biden outlined his administration’s vaccination plan on Friday as the U.S. has seen more than 23 million confirmed coronavirus cases and over 392,000 deaths, according to NBC News. So far, more than 11 million Americans, or 3% of the total U.S. population, have received their first shot. But rapid expansion of COVID-19 vaccinations to senior citizens across the…
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Push to Overcome Vaccine Hesitancy in Black Communities
While 12 million Americans have received the COVID-19 vaccine, there is a racial disparity. Black people say they’re reluctant to get the vaccine due in part to years of mistreatment by the medical community that’s led to mistrust. News4’s Aimee Cho reports Black community leaders are working to overcome that.
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Biden: We'll ‘Manage the Hell' Out of Feds' COVID Response
President-elect Joe Biden is pledging to boost supplies of coronavirus vaccine and set up new vaccination sites to meet his goal of 100 million shots in 100 days
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Prince George's Extends Indoor Dining Ban for 2 Weeks
Prince George’s County is extending its indoor dining ban for another two weeks. County Bureau Chief Tracee Wilkins reports.
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Biden: FEMA, National Guard to Join Vaccination Effort
President-elect Joe Biden announces plan to vaccinate 100 million Americans against COVID-19 during his first 100 days in office.
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Virginians Report Frustrations Trying to Schedule COVID-19 Vaccinations
Northern Virginia Bureau Chief Julie Carey reports on short supplies of COVID-19 vaccine are are slowing vaccinations.
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The NBA Is Struggling to Contain a Jump in Cases: Can the New Season Survive Outside the Bubble?
The NBA has imposed new COVID-19 restrictions for its players as the new season is shaken by an increase in cases. Flip Media’s Eric Mitchell breaks down what to expect as the league gets its new season underway outside the bubble.
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Coronavirus in DC, Maryland, Virginia: What to Know on Jan. 15
Here’s what to know about the coronavirus data, resources and reopenings across the D.C. area.
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$1,400 Checks, Enhanced Unemployment: Here's What's in Biden's Stimulus Plan
Biden is calling for $1 trillion in direct relief to taxpayers, including increased stimulus checks and enhanced unemployment benefits, and more.
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Virus Updates: Biden to Outline Pandemic Plan; Another Lawmaker Tests Positive After Lockdown
The United States on Wednesday surpassed 23 million confirmed coronavirus cases, the same day that Texas became the second state to top 2 million cases, according to a tally by NBC News.
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Coronavirus Pandemic Reduced Life Expectancy for Blacks, Latinos: Study
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected life expectancy, USC and Princeton researchers have found, according to a study published Thursday.