What is a heat dome? How will it impact the DC, Maryland and Virginia region?
If you’ve been outside in the DMV this week, you already know something’s brewing. By Wednesday, that "something" has a name: heat dome. And this one is shaping up to be a doozy, arriving right as the region gears up for a big Fourth of July weekend.
If you’ve been outside in the DMV this week, you already know something’s brewing. By Wednesday, that "something" has a name: heat dome. And this one is shaping up to be a doozy, arriving right as the region gears up for a big Fourth of July weekend.
2 men shot near DC church holding a stop the violence campaign
A gun violence prevention event in northeast Washington was disrupted Monday by a double shooting that left two men injured near a local church.
A gun violence prevention event in northeast Washington was disrupted Monday by a double shooting that left two men injured near a local church.
Extreme Heat Watch, Heat Advisory issued as dangerous conditions grip the DMV
Dangerously hot conditions with extreme heat index values are expected across Washington, D.C., Maryland and northern Virginia from Wednesday into the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Dangerously hot conditions with extreme heat index values are expected across Washington, D.C., Maryland and northern Virginia from Wednesday into the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
3 residents, 1 firefighter hospitalized after blaze at 10 story DC high-rise apartment
Three residents and one firefighter were hospitalized after a two‑alarm fire early Tuesday at a 10‑story high‑rise apartment building in southeast Washington, D.C.
Three residents and one firefighter were hospitalized after a two‑alarm fire early Tuesday at a 10‑story high‑rise apartment building in southeast Washington, D.C.
2026 Patriot Games: Dates revealed, applications opened for national high school competition
The Patriot Games are coming Washington, D.C. in the first weeks of August.
The Patriot Games are coming Washington, D.C. in the first weeks of August.
Bowser details DC's Fourth of July public safety preparations
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and city officials detailed the public safety preparations in place for this year’s Fourth of July celebrations and America’s 250th anniversary events.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and city officials detailed the public safety preparations in place for this year’s Fourth of July celebrations and America’s 250th anniversary events.
DC prepares for Fourth of July celebrations with fencing, safety measures and road closures
Washington, D.C. is just days away from Fourth of July festivities marking America’s 250th anniversary, and city leaders are finalizing preparations for the large‑scale events planned on the National Mall.
Washington, D.C. is just days away from Fourth of July festivities marking America’s 250th anniversary, and city leaders are finalizing preparations for the large‑scale events planned on the National Mall.
DC area restaurant flooded with donations for Venezuela earthquake victims
As rescue crews race to find survivors in Venezuela, the Washington, D.C. region is stepping up to help.
As rescue crews race to find survivors in Venezuela, the Washington, D.C. region is stepping up to help.
What time is Washington DC's America 250 firework show?
Washington, D.C. is days away from celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday with what officials say will be a record‑breaking fireworks show. Now, FOX 5 DC has learned the scheduled start time has changed.
Washington, D.C. is days away from celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday with what officials say will be a record‑breaking fireworks show. Now, FOX 5 DC has learned the scheduled start time has changed.
DC weather: Extreme heat expected across DMV this week into Fourth of July weekend
Extreme heat is expected to build across the Washington, D.C. region later this week, with temperatures climbing toward 100 degrees as the Fourth of July holiday approaches.
Extreme heat is expected to build across the Washington, D.C. region later this week, with temperatures climbing toward 100 degrees as the Fourth of July holiday approaches.
Bill Maher awarded Mark Twain Prize during Kennedy Center ceremony
Those who were looking forward to witnessing one of comedy’s biggest nights of the year on Sunday will get their chance late next month as the presentation of the 2026 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor returns to Netflix.
Those who were looking forward to witnessing one of comedy’s biggest nights of the year on Sunday will get their chance late next month as the presentation of the 2026 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor returns to Netflix.
Virginia woman charged with murder in 2025 death of infant son in DC
Nearly a year after the death of an 11-month-old boy, the child's mother has been arrested and extradited to the District to face murder charges.
Nearly a year after the death of an 11-month-old boy, the child's mother has been arrested and extradited to the District to face murder charges.
DC police settle lawsuit man detained while protesting National Guard with Star Wars song
The Metropolitan Police Department has agreed to settle a lawsuit with a man who said his First Amendment rights were violated when he was handcuffed while protesting National Guard troops in the District.
The Metropolitan Police Department has agreed to settle a lawsuit with a man who said his First Amendment rights were violated when he was handcuffed while protesting National Guard troops in the District.
DC weather: Chance of showers and storms Friday, weekend storms and isolated showers possible
A chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected Friday across the Washington, D.C., region as wet weather pattern into the weekend.
A chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected Friday across the Washington, D.C., region as wet weather pattern into the weekend.
DC police chief announces juvenile curfew zone in U Street corridor June 26-27
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has announced the establishment of a temporary "Juvenile Curfew Zone" in the bustling U Street corridor this upcoming weekend.
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has announced the establishment of a temporary "Juvenile Curfew Zone" in the bustling U Street corridor this upcoming weekend.
DC woman sentenced to 29 years for deadly Rock Creek Parkway crash
A Washington, D.C., woman was sentenced on Thursday to nearly 30 years in prison for killing three people in a crash on Rock Creek Parkway in 2023.
A Washington, D.C., woman was sentenced on Thursday to nearly 30 years in prison for killing three people in a crash on Rock Creek Parkway in 2023.
Reflecting Pool liner cut with sharp knife or blade, National Park Service says
A section of the liner at the bottom of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was cut with a sharp knife or razor earlier this month, damaging foam sealant installed as part of a $16 million rehabilitation project, a top National Park Service official says.
A section of the liner at the bottom of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was cut with a sharp knife or razor earlier this month, damaging foam sealant installed as part of a $16 million rehabilitation project, a top National Park Service official says.
14-year-old arrested in DC after police say he pulled gun, robbed victim of shoes
A 14‑year‑old boy from Washington, D.C., was arrested and charged with armed robbery after police say he pulled a handgun on a victim and demanded the person’s shoes.
A 14‑year‑old boy from Washington, D.C., was arrested and charged with armed robbery after police say he pulled a handgun on a victim and demanded the person’s shoes.
Great American State Fair: Street closures, parking restrictions and what to know
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrictions and what you need to know if you are attending.
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrictions and what you need to know if you are attending.
Police: 13-year-old charged in DC armed carjacking, officer shoots at second suspect
D.C. police arrested a 13-year-old boy after an armed carjacking early Wednesday that led to a police chase and an officer firing his service weapon at the fleeing suspects.
D.C. police arrested a 13-year-old boy after an armed carjacking early Wednesday that led to a police chase and an officer firing his service weapon at the fleeing suspects.