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Pet Fostering Takes Off as Coronavirus Keeps Americans Home
Animal shelters across the U.S. say they’ve placed record numbers of dogs, cats and other animals as people suddenly find themselves stuck at home amid the coronavirus pandemic
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Virginia Mom Inspires Others With 100 Days of Cooking at Home
A Loudoun County mother undertook a 100-day mission in the kitchen to make sure her daughter, who is immunocompromised, wouldn’t be exposed to COVID-19 from dining out. News4’s Melissa Mollet reports on how Yolanda Latimer’s dishes have inspired others.
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Memorial Day Weekend at Local Beaches Looks Different This Year
Different states are making their own rules for face coverings and access to beaches for the holiday weekend. News4’s Megan McGrath reports.
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Summer Camp Will Look Different This Summer
Most local summer camps have already been cancelled for the summer. If summer camp does happen though, it might be different than usual.
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Wizards Will Gather for a Harry Good Evening
Scum & Villainy Cantina has a virtual meet-up for Potter people, one that involves 21+ potions, trivia, and a watch-together movie event.
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Request for Injunction on Maryland Stay-at-home Order Denied
A federal judge has rejected a challenge by churches and businesses to Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan’s stay-at-home order in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
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Crowds Pack Sidewalks in Old Town Alexandria
Huge crowds strolled the streets of Old Town Alexandria on Saturday, despite the ongoing stay-at-home order. News4’s Darcy Spencer spoke with the city’s mayor about social distancing concerns.
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One Week Before DC's Stay-at-Home Order Is Set to End, Community Transmission Ongoing
With just one week before Washington, D.C.’s, stay-at-home order expires, officials say that widespread community transmission is still happening but declined to say whether the order would be extended. “We will definitely brief you out on our plans post-May 15. Not today,” Bowser said at a press conference Friday. On Monday, Bowser said she plans to extend the stay-at-home...
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Beaches Largely Empty as Ocean City Reopens Boardwalk
Early indications from the reopening of Ocean City show few people flocking to Maryland town’s iconic beaches and boardwalk
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DC Mayor Not Close to Reopening City
D.C. reported one of the highest numbers of deaths on Friday. Coupled with a continued increase in cases, these numbers leave mayor Muriel Bowser unwilling to reopen the district. News4’s Mark Segraves reports.
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Maryland Now Allows Camping, Golf, Other Outdoor Activities
Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia have been under stay-at-home orders for weeks as leaders aim to slow the spread of coronavirus. People are generally only allowed to leave their homes only for pressing reasons, including getting food and necessary supplies, seeking health care and exercising. Both Maryland and D.C. require masks in most indoor places; Virginia strongly recommends them....
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Maryland Lifts Restrictions on Tennis, Golf, Other Activities
Maryland has lifted restrictions on tennis, golf and other outdoor activities, but counties still have the final say. News4’s Jackie Bensen reports.
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Long Lines as Malls Reopen in Georgia
Some Georgia shopping malls reopened Monday, but once inside, guests were greeted by many closed stores.
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New Survey Shows Couples Bickering More in Quarantine
A new app took a survey that showed the more time couples are spending together for the stay-at-home order, the more they are fighting. News4’s Aaron Gilchrist spoke with the app creator to find out more.
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As Lockdowns Ease, Some Countries Report New Infection Peaks
From the United States to Asia, people are emerging from their homes as virus-related restrictions are being eased
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AP: Most States Fall Short of Coronavirus Testing Thresholds
An Associated Press analysis finds most states are not meeting the minimum levels of coronavirus testing suggested by the federal government and recommended by public health researchers, even as many of them begin to reopen their shattered economies
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Virtual Babysitter Service Gives Parents a Break During Quarantine
Virtual babysitting is becoming a go-to for some moms and dads who need to keep their kids occupied – while also working – during quarantine. News4’s Jackie Bensen reports.
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More People Are Pirating Movies During the Coronavirus Lockdown
Streaming services have seen a major surge in subscriber growth during the coronavirus pandemic, but the outbreak is also driving more people to use pirated movie websites.
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NBA Opening Some Training Facilities to Players Friday: AP Source
NBA players will be allowed to return to team training facilities starting Friday, provided that their local governments do not have a stay-at-home order prohibiting such movement still in place as part of the response to the coronavirus pandemic. Any workouts that take place would be voluntary and be limited to individual sessions only, according to a person familiar with…