Business shutdowns extended into May around the Washington region amid signs that steps are helping slow coronavirus spread

The shutdown of nonessential businesses will extend until May 15 in the District of Columbia and May 8 in Virginia, as leaders warned against letting up on efforts to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan, who already had renewed his business ban for 30 more days until May 10, on Wednesday ordered residents to wear masks when they go out to stores.