Government Shutdown 2025 Update: SNAP benefits, WIC, Head Start and military pay
As the federal shutdown approaches the one-month mark, Americans are feeling the impact of lost funding and closed programs. States are rushing to fill gaps in food aid and early childhood services, while military families brace for missed paychecks.
As the federal shutdown approaches the one-month mark, Americans are feeling the impact of lost funding and closed programs. States are rushing to fill gaps in food aid and early childhood services, while military families brace for missed paychecks.
Shoppers Food Warehouse closings could create a 'food desert,' Maryland leaders warn
Maryland officials are concerned over a potential food desert as Shoppers Food Warehouse prepares to shut down four more locations in the region.
Maryland officials are concerned over a potential food desert as Shoppers Food Warehouse prepares to shut down four more locations in the region.
SNAP Benefits Government Shutdown: DMV food banks brace for surge
Food banks across the D.C. region are preparing for a surge in demand as millions of Americans face the possible loss of SNAP benefits by the end of the week.
Food banks across the D.C. region are preparing for a surge in demand as millions of Americans face the possible loss of SNAP benefits by the end of the week.
Shoppers Food Warehouse closings could create a 'food desert'
Maryland officials are concerned over a potential food desert as Shoppers Food Warehouse prepares to shut down four more locations in the region.
Maryland officials are concerned over a potential food desert as Shoppers Food Warehouse prepares to shut down four more locations in the region.
Government Shutdown: Day 29 as stalemate continues
As the federal shutdown approaches the one-month mark, Americans are feeling the impact of lost funding and closed programs. States are rushing to fill gaps in food aid and early childhood services, while military families brace for missed paychecks.
As the federal shutdown approaches the one-month mark, Americans are feeling the impact of lost funding and closed programs. States are rushing to fill gaps in food aid and early childhood services, while military families brace for missed paychecks.
Woman hit in face by duck on SeaWorld Orlando coaster, lawsuit says
An Orange County woman is suing SeaWorld after she was allegedly hit in the face by a duck while riding one of the park’s roller coasters earlier this year.
An Orange County woman is suing SeaWorld after she was allegedly hit in the face by a duck while riding one of the park’s roller coasters earlier this year.
Hurricane Melissa strands former Housewives of Potomac star Nneka Ihim in Jamaica
Former Real Housewives of Potomac cast member Nneka Ihim is stranded in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa made landfall Tuesday as one of the strongest Atlantic storms on record.
Former Real Housewives of Potomac cast member Nneka Ihim is stranded in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa made landfall Tuesday as one of the strongest Atlantic storms on record.
Trump Meets with South Korean President
President Donald Trump met with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Gyeongju during his trip throughout Asia on Wednesday.
President Donald Trump met with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Gyeongju during his trip throughout Asia on Wednesday.
Hurricane Melissa weakens to Category 3 storm after slamming Jamaica
Hurricane Melissa has weakend to a Category 3 storm after slamming Jamaica on Tuesday. It's now on track to hit Cuba next. FOX 5's Mike Thomas has the latest.
Hurricane Melissa has weakend to a Category 3 storm after slamming Jamaica on Tuesday. It's now on track to hit Cuba next. FOX 5's Mike Thomas has the latest.
'Lady Liberty' wins 38th Annual DC High Heel Race
The 38th Annual 17th Street High Heel Race was held in Northwest, D.C. Tuesday night. FOX 5 caught up with the winner of the race.
The 38th Annual 17th Street High Heel Race was held in Northwest, D.C. Tuesday night. FOX 5 caught up with the winner of the race.
Prince George's County leaders concerned as Shoppers stores close
Prince George’s County officials are calling for a meeting with the CEO of Shoppers after the grocery chain announced plans to close additional Maryland stores next month.
Prince George’s County officials are calling for a meeting with the CEO of Shoppers after the grocery chain announced plans to close additional Maryland stores next month.
2 teens injured in shooting in Northeast DC
D.C. police are investigating after two teenage boys were found shot in Northeast Tuesday afternoon.
D.C. police are investigating after two teenage boys were found shot in Northeast Tuesday afternoon.
Man accused of stealing items from multiple gyms across Fairfax County arrested again
A suspected serial gym thief is now facing more than 100 charges after he was taken into custody once again, accused of committing the same crimes he was arrested for earlier this year.
A suspected serial gym thief is now facing more than 100 charges after he was taken into custody once again, accused of committing the same crimes he was arrested for earlier this year.
Police investigating after 2 teens shot in Northeast DC
D.C. police are investigating after two teenage boys were found shot in Northeast Tuesday afternoon.
D.C. police are investigating after two teenage boys were found shot in Northeast Tuesday afternoon.
Furloughed federal lawyer launches hot dog cart in DC
A furloughed federal lawyer is going viral, helping to feed the city in style! Isaac Stein has opened up a hot dog stand where he serves people, all while wearing a suit and tie. FOX 5 photojournalist Matthew Myers has the story.
A furloughed federal lawyer is going viral, helping to feed the city in style! Isaac Stein has opened up a hot dog stand where he serves people, all while wearing a suit and tie. FOX 5 photojournalist Matthew Myers has the story.
38th Annual DC High Heel Race 2025 held in Northwest
The 38th Annual 17th Street High Heel Race kicks off Tuesday night in Northwest, D.C. Here's how to watch the celebration LIVE!
The 38th Annual 17th Street High Heel Race kicks off Tuesday night in Northwest, D.C. Here's how to watch the celebration LIVE!
DC may let trained non-lawyers handle some civil cases
D.C. is considering allowing trained non-lawyers help low-income residents navigate the justice system. FOX 5’s Chief Legal Correspondent Katie Barlow has more on the proposal.
D.C. is considering allowing trained non-lawyers help low-income residents navigate the justice system. FOX 5’s Chief Legal Correspondent Katie Barlow has more on the proposal.
38th Annual High Heel Race happening in Northwest DC
The 38th Annual 17th Street High Heel Race kicks off Tuesday night in Northwest, D.C. The race began on Halloween night in 1986 outside of JR's Bar and Grill on 17th Street.
The 38th Annual 17th Street High Heel Race kicks off Tuesday night in Northwest, D.C. The race began on Halloween night in 1986 outside of JR's Bar and Grill on 17th Street.
Man accused of stealing items from multiple gyms across Fairfax County
Gym goers are weighing in on security and more after a suspected serial gym thief was taken into custody once again. The suspect was caught in D.C. He’s now awaiting extradition to Fairfax County again. FOX 5's Tisha Lewis reports.
Gym goers are weighing in on security and more after a suspected serial gym thief was taken into custody once again. The suspect was caught in D.C. He’s now awaiting extradition to Fairfax County again. FOX 5's Tisha Lewis reports.
Lawyers say MPD hid details after DC man shot at by federal agents
Lawyers for a D.C. man shot at by a federal agent during a traffic stop earlier this month are demanding answers and transparency from police and the mayor’s office — also claiming there was a cover-up of the shooting.
Lawyers for a D.C. man shot at by a federal agent during a traffic stop earlier this month are demanding answers and transparency from police and the mayor’s office — also claiming there was a cover-up of the shooting.