Good Samaritan who helped rescue toddler in DC carjacking surprised with spending spree
A good Samaritan who rushed to rescue a toddler who was abducted during a carjacking in the District was surprised with a shopping spree Friday morning.
A good Samaritan who rushed to rescue a toddler who was abducted during a carjacking in the District was surprised with a shopping spree Friday morning.
Air pollution more deadly than smoking, new study finds
Air pollution causes more deaths than smoking and almost double the number of deaths researchers had previously thought, according to a new study.
Air pollution causes more deaths than smoking and almost double the number of deaths researchers had previously thought, according to a new study.
With lawsuits looming, OxyContin maker considers bankruptcy
The company that has made billions selling the prescription painkiller OxyContin said Wednesday that it is considering legal options including bankruptcy, a move that could upend hundreds of lawsuits claiming it had a major role in causing the U.S. opioid drug crisis.
The company that has made billions selling the prescription painkiller OxyContin said Wednesday that it is considering legal options including bankruptcy, a move that could upend hundreds of lawsuits claiming it had a major role in causing the U.S. opioid drug crisis.
Study: Green tea, carrot compounds reverse Alzheimer's symptoms in mice
University of Southern California researchers say they have discovered evidence that a diet containing certain compounds found in green tea and various other plants reversed symptoms similar to Alzheimer’s in mice.
University of Southern California researchers say they have discovered evidence that a diet containing certain compounds found in green tea and various other plants reversed symptoms similar to Alzheimer’s in mice.
Chef Boyardee recalls nearly 3,000 pounds of microwaveable meals due to misbranding
Conagra Brands, Inc., the parent company of the Chef Boyardee brand, is recalling 2,871 pounds of chicken and rice products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced Tuesday.
Conagra Brands, Inc., the parent company of the Chef Boyardee brand, is recalling 2,871 pounds of chicken and rice products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced Tuesday.
FDA approves 1st immunotherapy drug to treat breast cancer
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first immunotherapy drug for breast cancer.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first immunotherapy drug for breast cancer.
NYC will have 'Meatless Mondays' in all public schools
There'll be no mystery meat (or any other meat) on Mondays at New York City public schools. That's because the city is expanding its "Meatless Mondays" program in the fall.
There'll be no mystery meat (or any other meat) on Mondays at New York City public schools. That's because the city is expanding its "Meatless Mondays" program in the fall.
How to ease your body into daylight saving time
As we "spring forward" and lose a precious hour of sleep this weekend, Emory internist Dr. Sharon Bergquist says we may be feeling it come Monday morning.
As we "spring forward" and lose a precious hour of sleep this weekend, Emory internist Dr. Sharon Bergquist says we may be feeling it come Monday morning.
Mind-altering, ketamine-like drug OK'd for severe depression
A mind-altering medication related to the club drug Special K won U.S. approval Tuesday for patients with hard-to-treat depression, the first in a series of long-overlooked substances being reconsidered for severe forms of mental illness.
A mind-altering medication related to the club drug Special K won U.S. approval Tuesday for patients with hard-to-treat depression, the first in a series of long-overlooked substances being reconsidered for severe forms of mental illness.
St. Mary's County suspected measles case invalidated after additional testing
A suspected measles case in St. Mary’s County has been invalidated following additional testing and investigation, county health officials confirmed Tuesday.
A suspected measles case in St. Mary’s County has been invalidated following additional testing and investigation, county health officials confirmed Tuesday.
Teen tells Congress why he defied his mother to get vaccinated
An Ohio teen defied his mother's anti-vaccine beliefs and started getting his shots when he turned 18 — and told Congress on Tuesday that it's crucial to counter fraudulent claims on social media that scare parents.
An Ohio teen defied his mother's anti-vaccine beliefs and started getting his shots when he turned 18 — and told Congress on Tuesday that it's crucial to counter fraudulent claims on social media that scare parents.
Recall issued for birth control tablets due to a possible packaging problem
A voluntary recall has been issued by Apotex Corp. for birth control tablets due to a possible packaging problem, says the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
A voluntary recall has been issued by Apotex Corp. for birth control tablets due to a possible packaging problem, says the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Suspected case of measles, potential exposures investigated in St. Mary's County
The St. Mary's County Health Department is investigating a suspected case of measles and potential exposures. Officials say a patient was evaluated at the MedStar St. Mary's Hospital (MSMH) Emergency Department on Sunday, March 3 and was isolated within some hours after arrival.
The St. Mary's County Health Department is investigating a suspected case of measles and potential exposures. Officials say a patient was evaluated at the MedStar St. Mary's Hospital (MSMH) Emergency Department on Sunday, March 3 and was isolated within some hours after arrival.
Luke Perry dead at 52, days after suffering massive stroke
Luke Perry, who gained instant heartthrob status as wealthy rebel Dylan McKay on 'Beverly Hills, 90210,' died Monday after suffering a massive stroke, his publicist said. He was 52.
Luke Perry, who gained instant heartthrob status as wealthy rebel Dylan McKay on 'Beverly Hills, 90210,' died Monday after suffering a massive stroke, his publicist said. He was 52.
CBD Craze: FOX 11 and Dr. Oz puts these popular products to the test
A joint investigation between FOX 11 Los Angeles and the Dr. Oz show has produced alarming results when it comes to what’s really inside unregulated CBD products being sold around the nation.
A joint investigation between FOX 11 Los Angeles and the Dr. Oz show has produced alarming results when it comes to what’s really inside unregulated CBD products being sold around the nation.
Va. group helping homeless stay warm during winter
The DC area has experienced frigid temperatures, gusting winds, soaking rains, and snow over the last few weeks. But not everyone is fortunate enough to experience this wicked weather from the comfort and warmth of a home.
The DC area has experienced frigid temperatures, gusting winds, soaking rains, and snow over the last few weeks. But not everyone is fortunate enough to experience this wicked weather from the comfort and warmth of a home.
Dems block 'born alive' bill to provide medical care to infants who survive failed abortions
(FOX NEWS) - Senate Democrats on Monday blocked a Republican bill that would have threatened prison time for doctors who don't try saving the lives of infants born alive during failed abortions, leading conservatives to wonder openly whether Democrats were embracing "infanticide" to appeal to left-wing voters.
(FOX NEWS) - Senate Democrats on Monday blocked a Republican bill that would have threatened prison time for doctors who don't try saving the lives of infants born alive during failed abortions, leading conservatives to wonder openly whether Democrats were embracing "infanticide" to appeal to left-wing voters.
Preparing to celebrate National Pancake Day
FOX 5 is teaming up with I-Hop and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society on National Pancake Day to raise money for LLS research.
FOX 5 is teaming up with I-Hop and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society on National Pancake Day to raise money for LLS research.
High blood pressure medication recalled after cancer-causing substance detected
Another high blood pressure medication has been recalled after a cancer-causing substance was detected in a batch of tablets.
Another high blood pressure medication has been recalled after a cancer-causing substance was detected in a batch of tablets.
86 tons of Boston Market frozen meals recalled for possible glass, plastic contamination
Over 86 tons in frozen Boston Market boneless pork rib patties are being recalled after customers reported that they’d discovered pieces of glass or hard plastic in the meals.
Over 86 tons in frozen Boston Market boneless pork rib patties are being recalled after customers reported that they’d discovered pieces of glass or hard plastic in the meals.