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DC lawmakers extend eviction ban, pass massive growth plan 05/18/2021 05:30pm • A massive development plan for D.C. that lawmakers revisit every two decades is now on its way to the mayor's desk. The D.C. Council also extended the ban on evictions and utility shut-offs. The D.C. Council unanimously passed the comprehensive plan, which has a focus on adding 12,000 affordable Prince George's Co. schools to disconnect recalled hot spots over fire risk 05/18/2021 05:25pm • Prince George's County Public Schools says next month it will disconnect  mobile internet hot spots that have kept thousands of students connected to distance learning during the coronavirus pandemic after the devices were recalled as a fire risk. The school system is asking parents to return th TSA unveils new security 'touch points' at BWI Marshall 05/18/2021 05:16pm • As pandemic metrics improve nationwide, more Americans are returning to the airport. And on Tuesday, the Transportation Security Administration and BWI Marshall Airport detailed what the so-called “new normal” means for the airport-security experience. “As people come to the checkp Montgomery Co. Council eases indoor mask rules for fully vaccinated 05/18/2021 03:14pm • Officials in Montgomery County have relaxed rules for face coverings in Maryland's largest county, lifting the outdoor mask mandate entirely and allowing people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to also go without masks indoors. The Montgomery County Council, sitting as the board of healt FCPS opens COVID-19 vaccine registration at some high schools for students 12-18 05/18/2021 09:53am • Fairfax County Public Schools in Virginia will open up COVID-19 vaccine appointments for students between 12 and 18 at several high schools. In partnership with the Fairfax County Health Department, FCPS vaccine events will be held: Tuesday, May 25, Bryant High School, 2709 Popkins Lane, Al 64% of Northern Va. residents have had at least 1 COVID-19 shot 05/18/2021 06:36am • As health officials continue to help residents across the D.C. region access the vaccine, there’s still some work to do. Dr. Danny Avula, Virginia's vaccine coordinator, said about 38% of adults in Northern Virginia are considered fully vaccinated as of Tuesday. Around 64% have had at least one Eager to hit the road? US News ranks 2021's best vacation spots 05/18/2021 04:10am • With COVID-19 vaccinations increasing daily — and health restrictions being lifted nationwide ahead of Memorial Day — this year’s ranking of best vacation spots from U.S. News & World Report carries special significance. And whether it requires flying halfway around the world or staying COVID-19 cases are down, vaccines up as Maryland nears 70% adult vaccinations 05/18/2021 04:00am • Maryland is on track to have 70% of its adult population vaccinated against COVID-19 by Memorial Day. But the state's health secretary vows not to stop there. Around 66% of Marylanders, age 18 and over, had been vaccinated as of Monday evening. Ten thousand to 12,000 vaccinations per day over the Montgomery Co. eases more restrictions after 60% of residents get 1 COVID-19 vaccine shot 05/17/2021 10:00pm • Officials in Montgomery County, Maryland, say 60% of the county's residents have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, triggering a further easing of coronavirus restrictions. The second phase of reopening allows most businesses, including restaurants, theaters and religious facilitie What to do about 'astronomical' weight gain in children during pandemic 05/17/2021 09:10pm • The pandemic created a perfect storm for an “astronomical” increase in childhood obesity, according to a Children’s National Hospital pediatrician. “In children, BMI is measured as percentiles. We’re seeing kids jumping from the 30-40th percentile going to the 80-90-95th percentile — Howard Co. high school seniors get good news about graduation 05/17/2021 06:30pm • Howard County, Maryland, high school students and families got some good news Monday about graduation. More tickets will be available to each high school senior participating in a graduation ceremony. Students are now allowed to receive six guest tickets for graduation, and all guests may sit in DC lifts mask and distancing requirements for fully vaccinated people 05/17/2021 06:19pm • D.C. is lifting its mask and social distancing requirements for fully vaccinated people, effective Monday, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced at a press conference Monday. However, masks still must be worn in public transportation and health care settings, schools (both indoors and outdoors at sportin Did a year of vigilant hygiene, cleanliness weaken immune system responses? 05/17/2021 05:28pm • After a year under lockdown practicing measures of diligent cleanliness, some might wonder whether immune systems not being bombarded have caused them to slow down. An expert from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Maryland thinks not. Dr. Stuart C. Ray, professor of medicine and onco DC-area barbershop uses haircut, shave and style to promote COVID-19 vaccines 05/17/2021 05:23pm • A barbershop and salon in Hyattsville, Maryland, is doing its part to urge people in the community to get a COVID-19 vaccine. At the Shop Spa at 5916 Riggs Road, the incentive is a coupon for $30 off a cut, as well as a free fish sandwich if you get a vaccination. Owner Mike Brown said he’s trying 'Slice' of life after new CDC guidance: Alexandria pastry shop embraces optional mask wearing 05/17/2021 02:40pm • Masks are no longer required for those who are fully vaccinated in Virginia and the Alexandira Pastry Shop is embracing the change. (WTOP/Melissa Howell) Masks are no longer required for those who are fully vaccinated in Virginia, and one local business is embracing the change. Tucked away in