Swimming safety tips as pools and parks open across DC region

Many pools and splash parks are opening across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia with the unofficial start of summer this Memorial Day weekend.

Burger King launches $5 meal

Burger King is introducing a $5 value meal. The deal comes just days after rival McDonald's introduced a similar special.

Chipotle customers claim filming gets bigger portions amid portion size controversy

Chipotle customers are claiming that filming employees results in larger portions amid ongoing complaints about reduced portion sizes and high food prices.

Here are affordable summer vacation destinations for 2024

Most Americans are planning a trip this summer amid rising travel costs and soaring inflation, and some are willing to make financial sacrifices to enjoy a nice vacation, but deals on getaways are available.

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FOX 5's Erin Como highlighted some of the best activities and destinations in Charlottesville, VA.

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FOX 5's Erin Como highlighted some of the best activities and destinations in Charlottesville, VA.

Morgan Spurlock, 'Super Size Me' documentary filmmaker, dies at 53

Morgan Spurlock, an Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker who famously ate only at McDonald's for a month to illustrate the dangers of fast food, has died.

McDonald's menu hikes: McDouble up 168%, McChicken 200% in 10 years

McDonald's customers are shocked by nearly tripled prices over the past decade, with the McDouble up 168% and the McChicken Sandwich up 199%, driven by higher food, labor, and operational costs.

Precious Moments creator Sam Butcher dies

Sam Butcher, the artist who created the Precious Moments figurines depicting angelic teardrop-eyed children, has died.

Free IVF: These companies offer fertility benefits for part-time employees

The cost has prompted many Americans to seek out side-jobs – specifically from companies known to offer free IVF for part-time employees.

DC cherry blossom tree 'Stumpy' to be cut down

National Park Service contractors began cutting down scores of cherry trees around the Tidal Basin Tuesday — not a pretty sight for D.C. residents who have come to admire the beautiful blooms at this time of year. 

Protesters rally against Buc-ee's development in Stafford County

Protesters gathered outside the public safety center on Wednesday, opposing plans to build a Buc-ee's in Stafford County.

Virginia father detained in Turks and Caicos for stray ammo pleads guilty

A Virginia man has pleaded guilty to one count of possession of ammunition in Turks and Caicos (TCI) after airport security found stray bullets in his luggage as he prepared to fly home last month.

McDonald's offering free 6-piece nuggets when ordered on app

McDonald's is offering a free 6-piece Chicken McNuggets on Wednesday, May 22, to customers who order through the McDonald's app, as part of their summer strategy to provide more value and attract app users, following their recent $5 meal deal announcement.

DC Pride 2024: Capital Pride Parade and more events

D.C. Pride is right around the corner. Here's everything you need to know about the Capital Pride Parade, Block Party, Festival, and other ways to celebrate D.C.'s LGBTQ+ community.