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Joe Biden launches new national ad aimed at Black Americans 08/06/2020 08:05am • DETROIT (AP) — Joe Biden's Democratic presidential campaign has launched a new national ad focused on Black Americans, urging them to stand up to President Donald Trump the way their ancestors stood up to "violent racists of a generation ago." The one-minute ad, which was shared exclusively wit Trump on COVID-19 death toll: 'It is what it is' 08/04/2020 08:46am • President Donald Trump said the United States' staggering death toll from coronavirus "is what it is" in a new interview, again giving his administration credit for its response despite ongoing surges in new cases and a human toll that far outpaces that of any other nation. When confronted with t Meeting virtual learning challenges for at-risk DC students in Southeast 07/30/2020 07:59pm • The challenges for D.C. students who now know they will be attending school entirely online in the fall are compounded for children and families who do not have enough devices or adequate internet access to succeed in learning virtually. A nonprofit serving at-risk kids in Barry Farm area of Sout Falls Church Council member Dan Sze dies 07/29/2020 05:50am • Falls Church Council member Daniel "Dan" X. Sze died after a battle with esophageal cancer. “The news of Dan’s passing has hit me hard,” said David Tarter, mayor of the Northern Virginia city, in a news release. “He was a friend who cared deeply about the best interests of our city and Amid 'very difficult' climate, Donaldson steps into historic role with Washington Football Team 07/28/2020 08:31pm • (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=9be9c680-c459-4acb-af21-654a2ccca384';cnx.cmd.push(function() {cnx({playerId: "9be9c680-c459-4acb-af21-654a2ccca384",mediaId: 'bd6ffa92-4011-4fc6-b60b-e77a038e8c37' }).render("488615368979a35d");}); From anchor to reporter in television bro Coronavirus may give you an opportunity to buy a cheaper car 07/28/2020 01:20pm • This content is sponsored by PenFed Credit Union. After seeing auto sales plummet recently, automakers are starting to report higher sales as states continue to reopen from the coronavirus pandemic. While the market is showing signs of rebounding, automakers are still trying to move cars off t Md. lawmakers unveil recommendations to avert housing evictions 07/28/2020 04:57am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. With an “onslaught” of eviction filings expected in the coming months, a group of Maryland lawmakers released recommendations Monday on George Washington University to go online-only in fall 07/27/2020 05:12pm • The George Washington University in D.C. will hold all undergraduate classes online in the fall semester. The university said in a statement Monday that they made the decision after looking at a resurgence of the coronavirus nationwide and in the area, and speaking with students and faculty. S Fall at the pediatrician left Frederick 15-month-old minutes from death 07/27/2020 08:28am • What seemed like a simple tumble turned into a near-death experience for a Frederick, Maryland, 15-month old. Earlier this month, Alec Penafiel was at the pediatrician’s office getting a checkup and routine shots. As they were wrapping up the visit, his mother, Atheia, turned away to pick up he Review: 'The Rental' is killer Airbnb horror hindered by unlikable relationship drama 07/24/2020 02:08am • Dan Stevens, Sheila Vand and Jeremy Allen White appear in a scene from "The Rental." (Allyson Riggs/IFC Films via AP) The best horror concepts are right under our noses with untapped fears in our daily lives. Many of us have stayed at an Airbnb, but did we ever stop to think just how dang Sheriff's office: Good Samaritans save drowning victim in Stafford Co. 07/22/2020 01:05pm • First responders in Stafford County, Virginia, were called to a drowning on Falmouth Beach on Tuesday, but when they got there, the victim was breathing on his own. Now, they’re making sure to credit the good Samaritans who saved the man’s life. The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office said in Md. health officials want COVID-19 restrictions back; Hogan says state numbers 'good' 07/21/2020 07:10pm • Maryland health officers sent a letter to the state Monday asking for restrictions on bars and restaurants to resume during the coronavirus pandemic. It comes as the state and jurisdictions across the U.S. are seeing a spike in virus numbers. “We are writing to share our concerns regarding t Montgomery Co. resolutions: Vote-by-mail, eviction protections, Indigenous Peoples Day 07/21/2020 06:12pm • The Montgomery County, Maryland, council on Tuesday introduced a resolution supporting a vote-by-mail plan that would mail ballots directly to voters, skipping the requirement to apply for absentee ballots. The move comes after Gov. Larry Hogan called for a plan that would have all polling places Bowser asks Congress for more money to support DC during coronavirus pandemic 07/21/2020 11:14am • D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is seeking more federal funding for the nation’s capital, citing the city's role in the hosting the government as well as the financial burden of the coronavirus pandemic. "Our continued ability to contain the spread of the coronavirus, especially as we begin to reopen How to file an amended tax return 07/20/2020 12:00am • It's not too late to get back an extra refund from your income taxes for 2017, 2018 or 2019. You generally have up to three years after the tax-filing deadline to file an amended return and take advantage of tax credits or deductions you missed in the past -- and get back more money from the governm