FCPS installing weapons detectors at football games
Fairfax County is installing weapons detectors at high school football games. The extra precautions follow several violent incidents at local games around the D.C. region.
Fairfax County is installing weapons detectors at high school football games. The extra precautions follow several violent incidents at local games around the D.C. region.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: More flights canceled; bill to end shutdown sent to House
Air travelers faced mounting frustration Tuesday as airports cut more flights to meet new FAA targets during the ongoing government shutdown. Meanwhile, the Senate passed legislation to reopen the government, but the 42-day shutdown will continue until the House returns from recess to vote on the deal.
Air travelers faced mounting frustration Tuesday as airports cut more flights to meet new FAA targets during the ongoing government shutdown. Meanwhile, the Senate passed legislation to reopen the government, but the 42-day shutdown will continue until the House returns from recess to vote on the deal.
Federal workers anxiously await end to government shutdown
Anticipation is growing on Capitol Hill as a critical vote is expected in the House on Wednesday that could end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
Anticipation is growing on Capitol Hill as a critical vote is expected in the House on Wednesday that could end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
Maryland’s Glenn Ivey discusses the end of the government shutdown
Maryland Congressman Glenn Ivey discusses the end to the government shutdown and the impact on health care and food benefits.
Maryland Congressman Glenn Ivey discusses the end to the government shutdown and the impact on health care and food benefits.
Could we see the Northern Lights in the DMV?
Do DMV residents have a shot at viewing the Aurora this week? Here's what we know.
Do DMV residents have a shot at viewing the Aurora this week? Here's what we know.
First snow of season hits western Maryland
The first snow of the season arrived Monday in western Maryland, while parts of the Midwest and Northeast dealt with heavier lake-effect conditions.
The first snow of the season arrived Monday in western Maryland, while parts of the Midwest and Northeast dealt with heavier lake-effect conditions.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Wednesday House vote could end longest stalemate in history
The House is expected to vote Wednesday on reopening the federal government, potentially ending the nation’s longest shutdown on its 43rd day. Frustration lingers on both sides as Democrats fell short in their push for health insurance measures, while Republicans faced blame, with polls and recent state and local elections showing voter dissatisfaction.
The House is expected to vote Wednesday on reopening the federal government, potentially ending the nation’s longest shutdown on its 43rd day. Frustration lingers on both sides as Democrats fell short in their push for health insurance measures, while Republicans faced blame, with polls and recent state and local elections showing voter dissatisfaction.
Northern lights in DC tonight: Aurora borealis forecast calls for possible return Wednesday
It wasn’t your imagination! That faint glow in the night sky over parts of the DMV wasn’t the city lights. The northern lights made a surprise visit Tuesday night, thanks to a powerful geomagnetic storm - and sky watchers may get one more shot to see them Wednesday night.
It wasn’t your imagination! That faint glow in the night sky over parts of the DMV wasn’t the city lights. The northern lights made a surprise visit Tuesday night, thanks to a powerful geomagnetic storm - and sky watchers may get one more shot to see them Wednesday night.
Commanders fans travel to Madrid for game against Dolphins
FOX 5’s Chad Ricardo found the Commanders fans who traveled to Madrid for the game against the Miami Dolphins!
FOX 5’s Chad Ricardo found the Commanders fans who traveled to Madrid for the game against the Miami Dolphins!
Police chase ends in Reseda, at least two in custody
The chase came to a dramatic end when the suspects fled from the vehicle.
The chase came to a dramatic end when the suspects fled from the vehicle.
What's next in Congress on the push to release the Epstein files
If the measure passes the Senate, it would go to Trump, who almost certainly would veto it. He has opposed the discharge petition from the start, even reaching out Wednesday to two Republicans who had signed it.
If the measure passes the Senate, it would go to Trump, who almost certainly would veto it. He has opposed the discharge petition from the start, even reaching out Wednesday to two Republicans who had signed it.
DC Attorney General's Office honors teens who have turned their lives around
Tonight, the D.C. Attorney General’s Office is honoring more than two dozen teens and young adults — who have overcome unimaginable challenges and are now leading and making their communities safer. This comes at a time when teens in the District are too often in the headlines for the wrong reasons. FOX 5’S Shirin Rajaee is live tonight at Georgetown Law, where the awards ceremony took place.
Tonight, the D.C. Attorney General’s Office is honoring more than two dozen teens and young adults — who have overcome unimaginable challenges and are now leading and making their communities safer. This comes at a time when teens in the District are too often in the headlines for the wrong reasons. FOX 5’S Shirin Rajaee is live tonight at Georgetown Law, where the awards ceremony took place.
Homelessness on the rise in Montgomery County amid looming federal funding cuts
Rising homeless numbers in Montgomery County amid looming federal funding cuts
Rising homeless numbers in Montgomery County amid looming federal funding cuts
Massive home addition causes confusion in Fairfax County neighborhood
There's outrage in a northern Virginia neighborhood tonight, this time over a new addition being built onto a house. Some say it's way out of line, even though it meets all zoning requirements. FOX 5's Bob Barnard is live in Fairfax County with the story.
There's outrage in a northern Virginia neighborhood tonight, this time over a new addition being built onto a house. Some say it's way out of line, even though it meets all zoning requirements. FOX 5's Bob Barnard is live in Fairfax County with the story.
Paychecks expected for federal employees starting Saturday
Federal workers are expected to begin receiving "superchecks" covering the pay period between October 1 and November 1, starting on Saturday.
Federal workers are expected to begin receiving "superchecks" covering the pay period between October 1 and November 1, starting on Saturday.
Homelessness numbers rising as federal cuts on the way
Rising homeless numbers in Montgomery County amid looming federal funding cuts. Leaders in Montgomery County are trying to come up with a plan to address rising homelessness with planned cuts to federal funding on the horizon. FOX 5's Homa Bash reports.
Rising homeless numbers in Montgomery County amid looming federal funding cuts. Leaders in Montgomery County are trying to come up with a plan to address rising homelessness with planned cuts to federal funding on the horizon. FOX 5's Homa Bash reports.
Fredericksburg police investigating shooting; suspect remains on the loose
Fredericksburg Police are searching for a suspect accused of shooting an individual on Thursday night.
Fredericksburg Police are searching for a suspect accused of shooting an individual on Thursday night.
Wisconsin dad's TikTok antics go viral, racking up millions of views
A Whitefish Bay dad's attempt to connect and get under his daughters' skin has gone viral after his TikTok account caught fire among an audience that can't get enough of the antics.
A Whitefish Bay dad's attempt to connect and get under his daughters' skin has gone viral after his TikTok account caught fire among an audience that can't get enough of the antics.
Commanders pick lead architect to design RFK Stadium site
The Washington Commanders announced Thursday that global design firm HKS will serve as lead architect for the team’s new state‑of‑the‑art stadium.
The Washington Commanders announced Thursday that global design firm HKS will serve as lead architect for the team’s new state‑of‑the‑art stadium.
Research shows illegal shark fin trade occurring globally despite international protections
Research shows the illegal shark fin trade is still occurring globally despite international protections spanning more than a decade.
Research shows the illegal shark fin trade is still occurring globally despite international protections spanning more than a decade.