A stay at home order is issued for Virginians by @GovernorVA  effective today, following similar action in Maryland. Residents should not leave their homes unless it’s for essential purposes. The order is place until June 10, 2020.

Watch: Japanese researchers used a supercomputer to examine how coronavirus spreads when sitting at a dinner table.

D.C. Police Officer DanielHodges’ bravery has gone viral with a video of him being crushed against a door during the U.S. Capitol riot. ⁠ "If it wasn't my job, I would have done that for free," Hodges said. ⁠

Just In: Seven men suspected in the brutal beating of a D.C. police officer defending the Capitol are sought by the FBI

The owner of a DC liquor store told News4's @SegravesNBC4  he has sold more bottles of champagne today than the past two New Years combined. Watch News4's special election coverage:

Photos: Nearly 200,000 U.S. flags on display at the National Mall were illuminated tonight with pillars of light.

Sweet motivation: Krispy Kreme is offering free doughnuts for the vaccinated. The deal lasts through the remainder of 2021.

Just In: The D.C. National Guard will be placed on a 30-day mobilization after a mob stormed the U.S. Capitol, ensuring that troops will be on the ground through Inauguration Day and beyond, defense officials tell NBC News