Virginia boss, worker celebrate US asylum request approval
A Virginia worker and his boss were overcome with joy after the employee’s asylum request was granted, allowing him to bring his family to the United States from overseas.
COVID-19 during pregnancy could cause health issues for babies, study suggests
Babies born to mothers who are infected with COVID-19 had “unusually high rates" of respiratory distress, a recent study from the journal Nature Communications, suggested.
Women’s History Month to be celebrated at Metropolitan School of the Arts in Alexandria
On Wednesday, FOX 5’s Field Trip took our Stephanie Ramirez to the Metropolitan School of the Arts in Alexandria, Virginia, where some 40 young performers are gearing up for a big show this weekend to mark Women’s History Month.
Free COVID-19 test program ends March 8
Americans have until Friday, March 8 to order four free at-home COVID-19 rapid tests from the U.S. government before the program is suspended.
DC Cherry Blossoms: Small green buds mark start of stage 1 on way to peak bloom
The famous Japanese cherry blossom trees surrounding Washington, D.C.’s Tidal Basin and National Mall have reached stage one of development as they move toward peak bloom.
DC Cherry Blossoms: Florets visible stage 2 reached; peak bloom about 3 weeks away
D.C.’s famous Japanese cherry blossom trees have reached stage two in their development toward peak bloom.
Capitals grant the wish of a 14-year-old in remission from leukemia
The Washington Capitals made a 14-year-old's wish come true in a very special way.
DC Cherry Blossoms: 2024 peak bloom prediction dates revealed
The 2024 peak bloom prediction dates for the thousands of Japanese cherry blossom trees surrounding Washington, D.C.'s Tidal Basin and National Mall have been revealed!
Tax Season: When can you start filing your taxes? When will you receive your tax refund?
The 2024 tax season is officially underway, which means it's time to get your paperwork in order.
CDC expected to change COVID guidance this spring: Washington Post
Get ready for new advice from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention when it comes to treating COVID-19 in the future.
Hundreds jump into the Potomac River to raise awareness about climate change
Jumping into a cold 42 degree Potomac River at the National Harbor takes a certain type of mindset. A mindset that thinks about the changing climate.
José Andrés nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
Washington, D.C.-based celebrity chef José Andrés has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.
Virginia to-go cocktails permanent after passed by House, Senate
The Virginia state legislature has voted in favor of making cocktail to-go orders permanent.
Virginia foster care organization holds annual blanket drive
A Virginia foster care organization is doing it part to help those in need stay warm this winter.
Post-pandemic fallout still impacting college students as many struggle to stay in school
As college students across the region get back to school and begin their second semester, some co-eds are finding it difficult to hold on, even dropping out as a result of a mix of mental health and other issues.
More hospitals requiring masks as flu, COVID-19 cases surge
More U.S. hospitals are requiring masks and limiting visitors as health officials face a post-holiday spike in flu and other illnesses.
DC cherry blossoms: Why are some trees around the Washington Monument already blooming?
If you think you saw cherry blossom trees blooming around the Washington Monument in D.C. – don’t worry! Your eyes are not deceiving you!
RSV, flu, COVID-19 on the rise in DC area
Health officials are urging medical professionals to take precautions in the face of an uptick in flu, COVID and RSV now that the holidays are over.
U.S. Bank sending nearly $6 million to consumers for freezing access to unemployment benefits during COVID-19
U.S. Bank allegedly froze thousands of accounts of unemployed workers during the pandemic, and they didn’t create a simple way for them to retrieve access to their accounts.
Maryland receives over $240 Million for clean water infrastructure
Maryland U.S. Senators announced the state will be receiving $240,451,000 to modernize clean water infrastructure.