Christa Emmer

Christa Emmer is a news and lifestyle writer based in the ‘burbs of Maryland. She has contributed to CBS DC, Racked, and AXS.com and is always on the lookout for the latest and greatest in beauty. Contact her at [email protected].

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Governor Larry Hogan Loses Bid to Cancel Unemployment Payments

A Baltimore Circuit Court Judge has granted an injunction preventing the Maryland Department of Labor from canceling unemployment benefits early.

5 Campgrounds in Maryland You Can Visit This Summer

With travelers nervous about returning to hotels, camping is set to explode in popularity this summer.

Kraft and Van Leeuwen Introduce Mac & Cheese Ice Cream

The ice cream is so high in demand that the website crashed when it launched on Wednesday.

Washington Monument Reopens This Wednesday!

The monument has been closed to the public since January. It will reopen with some Dos and Don'ts you'll want to know about.

'80s and '90s Kids, Rejoice! The Original Trapper Keeper Is Back!

Just in time for back-to-school season, it's the return of the Trapper Keeper! The limited run of space-age designs will be available at Walmart stores nationwide.

Wild Horses Hit By Car at Assateague Island National Seashore

A baby horse is without her mother after an accident on Assateague Island.

Soccer Fans Want England Banned From World Cup

Fans are upset after racist comments circulated online after England's loss to Italy on Sunday.

Pfizer, BioNTech to Submit Data on Booster to Combat Delta Variant

The booster would be given to patients 6 to 12 months after their first series of shots.

Governor Hogan Announces Scholarships for Vaccine Promotion

All kids age 12 to 17 who have been fully vaccinated and live in Maryland are eligible.

Hard Seltzer Festival Coming to DC

A festival celebrating hard seltzers is coming to Washington, D.C., on July 16. Seltzerland is a one-day festival that offers attendees to sample more than 30 different hard seltzers!

2 Metro Red Line Stations to Begin Closures for Improvement Projects

If you are a regular commuter on Metro’s red line, there are some major disruptions coming your way soon as two projects begin.

Record Heat, Thunderstorms in DMV Ahead of Hurricane Elsa

Temperatures in the region will remain in the mid-90s on Wednesday but may feel more like 105 degrees.

Maryland and Virginia Lift COVID Emergency Orders

The end of the state of emergency orders means lifting of restrictions like mask mandates and building capacities.

List of States to End Extra Unemployment Benefits in the Next Couple of Weeks

Lawsuits have been filed in two states to keep the programs from ending early.

Vaccinated? You Could Get a Free Bagel From Panera

Beginning on Friday, July 2, just show proof of vaccination at any participating Panera Bread restaurant and you’ll get a free bagel of your choice (in-store only).

Baltimore and Potomac Train Tunnel Set to Be Transformed to High-Speed Rail

The new high-capacity tunnels would transform the commute on the Northeast corridor.

Ocean City Ferris Wheel Taken Down After Zoning Dispute

The "Big Wheel" had to be taken down because it was operating over town property.

Bark Social to Open Second Location in Baltimore

The company's second dog park will be located in Canton, and will feature a climate-controlled indoor area.

National Mall to Welcome Spectators for Fourth of July

Last year the park service held a fireworks show to empty lawns due to the coronavirus. This year, the city and nation are looking forward to welcoming visitors once again.

Tiffany Introduces Engagement Rings for Men

Tiffany & Co. has added a new piece of jewelry to its Love & Engagement collection, a men’s engagement ring. The engagement rings are available in special metals including black titanium.

Metro Reducing Fares and Extending Service Hours Around the District

Beginning this fall you can ride the Metro all day for a $2 flat fee.

RECALL: Beech-Nut Pulls Its Baby Cereal Due to Arsenic Concerns

Beech-Nut Nutrition is issuing an involuntary recall for two batches of its Stage 1, Single Grain Rice Cereal. The company is recalling the cereal after random sampling found levels of inorganic arsenic that were higher than recommended by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The Cicadas Are Messing With Radar Across Several States, Including Maryland and Virginia

Radar images that look like rain clouds are actually made up of flying cicadas.

Krispy Kreme Introduces Limited-Edition Lemonade Donuts

Nothing says summer like lemonade. Grab one of these limited-edition lemonade donuts from Krispy Kreme while you can! The lemonade collection includes lemonade glazed originals and cake donuts.

A 5-Mile Tunnel Under the District Is Now Complete

Boring machine "Chris" completed its project and was disassembled and removed last week. And you probably had no idea it was going on.

Pandora Switching to Lab-Created Diamonds

Pandora Jewelry is making a move to cut out traditional diamonds and replace them with ones created in a lab. The Copenhagen-based company is making the switch in order to make diamonds more accessible and sell a product that is more sustainable and free from human rights issues.

New Lidl Store Opening on June 9 in Columbia

The first 100 customers will get a gift card valued of up to $100.

Governor Hogan to End Extra $300 Unemployment Payments

Maryland is also reinstating rules that require people receiving benefits to actively look for work.

Maryland Mass Vaccination Sites to Close By Mid-July

As demand wanes, mass vaccination sites to be replaced by local pharmacies and providers. The last Maryland vaccination center slated to close is at the Six Flags America Theme Park on July 17, 2021.

Here's Where You Can Find Freebies on National Donut Day

National Donut Day is on Friday, June 4, 2021. And national chains are participating by offering freebies and various deals that you don't want to miss out on!

Get a Year's Worth of Queso From On The Border for Just $1

The Queso Club entitles members to 365 days of free queso at any On The Border restaurant.

Smithsonian Announces Schedule for Reopening All DC Museums

By the end of the summer, all Smithsonian museums will be open for the first time since March of 2020. Guests who are fully vaccinated do not have to wear masks in outdoor areas.

Get a Free Pepsi With Your Hamburger This Friday

Celebrate National Hamburger Day by eating a hamburger and a free Pepsi.

DC Street Closures in Effect for 'Rolling to Remember' This Weekend

Rolling to Remember will hold its annual event to support America’s veterans on Friday, May 28, 2021, through May 31, 2021, at different locations around the city. To facilitate movement for this event, D.C. police will be closing several roads and restricting parking in certain areas.

Amazon Set to Acquire MGM Studios

Amazon is expanding its entertainment portfolio by purchasing one of the largest and oldest film companies, Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM). The deal is worth $8.45 billion and includes more than 4,000 films and 17,000 TV shows.

5 Lavender Farms in Maryland to Visit This Summer

The lavender fields will be in bloom next month! Don't miss your chance to visit those beautiful rolling fields of purple throughout Maryland.

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