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.
DC weather: Mostly sunny Thursday with highs in the upper 80s; showers and storms possible Friday
Mostly sunny Thursday with highs in the upper 80s across the Washington, D.C., region, ahead of showers and a possible thunderstorm expected Friday afternoon.
Mostly sunny Thursday with highs in the upper 80s across the Washington, D.C., region, ahead of showers and a possible thunderstorm expected Friday afternoon.
2 suspects at large after shooting at Northwest DC gas station
Metropolitan Police say they are searching for two men after a shooting outside a Northwest D.C. gas station left a man hospitalized with multiple gunshot wounds.
Metropolitan Police say they are searching for two men after a shooting outside a Northwest D.C. gas station left a man hospitalized with multiple gunshot wounds.
Taft Bridge rally demands justice for moped driver killed in police chase
Dozens of food delivery drivers and community members gathered Wednesday night on the Taft Memorial Bridge for a rally to demand justice for a moped driver killed during a weekend police chase.
Dozens of food delivery drivers and community members gathered Wednesday night on the Taft Memorial Bridge for a rally to demand justice for a moped driver killed during a weekend police chase.
DC teen arrested with 'ghost gun' after Montgomery County burglary, police say
A 17-year-old DC resident is facing adult charges after Montgomery County police arrested him following a foot chase where officers allegedly uncovered a loaded "ghost gun" in Silver Spring.
A 17-year-old DC resident is facing adult charges after Montgomery County police arrested him following a foot chase where officers allegedly uncovered a loaded "ghost gun" in Silver Spring.
Trump headlining Great American State Fair kickoff celebration on National Mall
President Donald Trump will take the stage on the National Mall on Wednesday night, launching a multi-day celebration of America’s 250th birthday in the nation's capital.
President Donald Trump will take the stage on the National Mall on Wednesday night, launching a multi-day celebration of America’s 250th birthday in the nation's capital.