Could election results put more pressure on Congress to end shutdown?
Could last night’s election results help convince lawmakers to end the government shutdown? It’s a question some are asking after several high-profile Republicans acknowledged today that the shutdown may have helped Democrats at the ballot box. FOX 5’s Josh Rosenthal reports.
Could last night’s election results help convince lawmakers to end the government shutdown? It’s a question some are asking after several high-profile Republicans acknowledged today that the shutdown may have helped Democrats at the ballot box. FOX 5’s Josh Rosenthal reports.
Trump administration defends tariff policies in front of skeptical Supreme Court
The Trump administration defended its sweeping global tariffs against a highly skeptical Supreme Court on Wednesday.
The Trump administration defended its sweeping global tariffs against a highly skeptical Supreme Court on Wednesday.
Election Day post-mortem: VA Democrats, Republicans analyze what went right and what went wrong
A new political reality is taking shape in Virginia.
A new political reality is taking shape in Virginia.
Arlington County Police Department says starting salary for officers will rise to $90K
The Arlington County Police Department says it’s offering the highest starting salary in local law enforcement.
The Arlington County Police Department says it’s offering the highest starting salary in local law enforcement.
Outpouring of support comes for former DC basketball coach battling ALS
There’s been an incredible show of support for beloved former St. John’s College High School Basketball Coach Pat Behan. He was diagnosed with ALS in 2022 and now, players and coaches from the DMV and beyond are joining forces to provide an important medical resource he needs. FOX 5’s Shirin Rajaee is speaking exclusively with the Behan family tonight.
There’s been an incredible show of support for beloved former St. John’s College High School Basketball Coach Pat Behan. He was diagnosed with ALS in 2022 and now, players and coaches from the DMV and beyond are joining forces to provide an important medical resource he needs. FOX 5’s Shirin Rajaee is speaking exclusively with the Behan family tonight.
Prince William County residents rally against proposed data center
Prince William County residents are once again set to rally against proposed data centers in their area. Wednesday’s demonstration came as Dominion Energy eyes a plan to build a six-mile-long transmission line to connect its stations.
Prince William County residents are once again set to rally against proposed data centers in their area. Wednesday’s demonstration came as Dominion Energy eyes a plan to build a six-mile-long transmission line to connect its stations.
FAA reducing air traffic by 10% amid ongoing government shutdown
The Federal Aviation Administration announced it would reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 "high volume" markets beginning this Friday. The reduction was prompted due to staffing shortages amid the ongoing government shutdown, which entered its 36th day, the longest in U.S. history. FOX 5's Shoomari Stone has more.
The Federal Aviation Administration announced it would reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 "high volume" markets beginning this Friday. The reduction was prompted due to staffing shortages amid the ongoing government shutdown, which entered its 36th day, the longest in U.S. history. FOX 5's Shoomari Stone has more.
Arlington County Police Department raising starting salary for officers
The Arlington County Police Department says it’s offering the highest starting salary in local law enforcement. They say $90,000 is now the starting salary for a new police officer, effective July 1, 2026.
The Arlington County Police Department says it’s offering the highest starting salary in local law enforcement. They say $90,000 is now the starting salary for a new police officer, effective July 1, 2026.
Special baby shower for military moms held at Northwest Stadium
It was a special day for military moms and moms-to-be today at Northwest Stadium on Wednesday. The Washington Commanders partnered up with Operation Shower to celebrate them in a very special way. FOX 5’s Gwen Tolbart has the story.
It was a special day for military moms and moms-to-be today at Northwest Stadium on Wednesday. The Washington Commanders partnered up with Operation Shower to celebrate them in a very special way. FOX 5’s Gwen Tolbart has the story.
Food insecurity worsens in West Virginia amid government shutdown
As the government shutdown drags on, millions of federal employees have missed paychecks, and now, SNAP benefits are frozen for countless families. Some communities are being hit harder than others and are left in desperate straits as they try to keep food on the table.
As the government shutdown drags on, millions of federal employees have missed paychecks, and now, SNAP benefits are frozen for countless families. Some communities are being hit harder than others and are left in desperate straits as they try to keep food on the table.
Supreme Court appears skeptical on legality of Trump's tariffs
The Trump administration defended its sweeping global tariffs against a highly skeptical Supreme Court on Wednesday. The tariffs put in place by President Donald Trump are broad and the administration's decision to place tariffs on nearly every country in the world — sometimes over 100% — affects how much you pay for many things, from electronics to clothes to car parts. FOX 5's Katie Barlow explains.
The Trump administration defended its sweeping global tariffs against a highly skeptical Supreme Court on Wednesday. The tariffs put in place by President Donald Trump are broad and the administration's decision to place tariffs on nearly every country in the world — sometimes over 100% — affects how much you pay for many things, from electronics to clothes to car parts. FOX 5's Katie Barlow explains.
GOP reacts to loss of several key seats in Virginia special election
A new political reality is taking shape in Virginia. In the wake of Tuesday’s election of Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger, both parties are now taking a good, hard look at what went right for Democrats and what went so wrong for Republicans. FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald reports.
A new political reality is taking shape in Virginia. In the wake of Tuesday’s election of Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger, both parties are now taking a good, hard look at what went right for Democrats and what went so wrong for Republicans. FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald reports.
Prince William County residents once again protest against proposed data centers
Prince William County residents are once again set to rally against proposed data centers in their area.
Prince William County residents are once again set to rally against proposed data centers in their area.
FAA reducing air traffic by 10% amid ongoing government shutdown
The Federal Aviation Administration announced it would reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 "high volume" markets beginning this Friday.
The Federal Aviation Administration announced it would reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 "high volume" markets beginning this Friday.
Virginia Election Results: Democrats dominate statewide races
Democrats are celebrating a dominant victory in Virginia, sweeping the races for governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general.
Democrats are celebrating a dominant victory in Virginia, sweeping the races for governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general.
DC weather: No snow yet but coldest temps of the season expected early next week
You may have seen talk online about snow chances in the D.C. area next week - but you won’t need the snow boots or shovels just yet!
You may have seen talk online about snow chances in the D.C. area next week - but you won’t need the snow boots or shovels just yet!
Virginia voters weigh in on election results
FOX 5’s Stephanie Ramirez spoke with voters across Virginia to hear their reactions to the outcome.
FOX 5’s Stephanie Ramirez spoke with voters across Virginia to hear their reactions to the outcome.
Abigail Spanberger elected Virginia governor in historic first
Abigail Spanberger won the Virginia governor’s election, defeating Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears.
Abigail Spanberger won the Virginia governor’s election, defeating Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Day 36 sets record for longest shutdown in history
The nation has officially entered the longest federal shutdown in U.S. history. The Senate once again failed to pass a funding bill Tuesday night, and the ripple effects continue to strain families, communities, and critical services.
The nation has officially entered the longest federal shutdown in U.S. history. The Senate once again failed to pass a funding bill Tuesday night, and the ripple effects continue to strain families, communities, and critical services.
Prince George's County leaders organize food drive for federal workers in need
The federal shutdown, now the longest in U.S. history, is forcing furloughed workers and veterans in Prince George’s County to rely on food distribution centers to feed their families.
The federal shutdown, now the longest in U.S. history, is forcing furloughed workers and veterans in Prince George’s County to rely on food distribution centers to feed their families.