DC barricade situation connected to nearby shooting, police say

Police are investigating a barricade situation in southeast Washington, D.C. they believe is connected to a nearby shooting.

MN man accused of putting out $45K bounty for AG Pam Bondi on TikTok

A Minnesota man is facing federal charges after being accused of offering a $45,000 bounty on U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi in a TikTok video.

Halloween Forecast: Will the trick-or-treaters need an umbrella on Friday night?

Our Halloween week forecast comes with some tricks and treats, as we start off dry before some rain showers move in by midweek. Will the kids need an umbrella for trick or treating? Well, stick around if you dare!

SNAP benefits halt Nov. 1 amid government shutdown

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has posted a notice on its website that no federal food assistance will be distributed on Nov. 1, raising concerns for families as the government shutdown continues.

Masked suspects were family members pulling prank: police
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The masked suspects seen in a viral security video attempting to enter an Alexandria home were actually family members of the victim, pulling what police now say was a prank.

Masked suspects attempted Alexandria break-in; police to provide update

FOX 5 is expecting to learn more about a viral Ring camera video that shows three masked individuals demanding to be let inside an Alexandria home.

Government Shutdown: SNAP benefits at risk
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Amid the government shutdown millions of people are at risk of loosing their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits come November 1.

Masked suspects attempted Alexandria break-in; update expected
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FOX 5 is expecting to learn more about a viral Ring camera video that shows three masked individuals demanding to be let inside an Alexandria home.

Howard University celebrates 101st Homecoming

Howard University celebrated its 101st Homecoming this weekend, launching festivities with the school's Yardfest celebration. 

2-alarm fire destroys Frederick townhouse

A two-alarm fire ripped through a Frederick townhouse early Sunday morning, displacing nine residents, including four children.

Marine Corps Marathon: FOX 5’s Steve Chenevey runs with thousands

Tens of thousands of runners laced up this weekend for the 50th Marine Corps Marathon - including FOX 5’s Steven Chenevey.

Government Shutdown 2025 Update: José Andrés serves free meals as stalemate hits day 27

As the government shutdown stretches into its 27th day, World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés is stepping in to help furloughed federal workers and their families with free meals.

Violent DC weekend after 12 shot, including child and several near Howard University

Twelve people were shot across the District in just nine hours this weekend, including a 5-year-old boy and several near Howard University, marking one of the most violent stretches of the year, according to police.

Violent DC weekend after 12 shot
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Twelve people were shot across the District in just nine hours this weekend including a 5-year-old boy and several near Howard University marking one of the most violent stretches of the year, according to police.

SNAP benefits halt Nov. 1
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture has posted a notice on its website that no federal food assistance will be distributed on Nov. 1, raising concerns for families as the government shutdown continues. Politico's Grace Yarrow joined us with more.

Steve Chenevey joins thousands at Marine Corps Marathon
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Tens of thousands of runners laced up this weekend for the 50th Marine Corps Marathon - including FOX 5’s Steven Chenevey.

Hurricane Melissa slams toward Jamaica as powerful Category 5 storm

Hurricane Melissa intensified to Category 5 strength Monday as it neared Jamaica. Forecasters said it would be the strongest hurricane to hit the island since record keeping began in 1851.