Parade of Ships: How to watch Navy, Marine Corps 250th celebration on Delaware River

The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps are coming to Philadelphia, the city where they were founded, to celebrate their 250th birthdays in October. The week-long celebration kicks off with the Parade of Ships and opening ceremony along the Delaware River. 

Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Stalemate drags on
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Lawmakers are venting frustrations after another round of failed votes to reopen the government. While no formal negotiations are underway, quiet talks are reportedly emerging behind the scenes.

Jay Jones scandal shakes up Virginia's attorney general race

Virginia’s attorney general race continues to make headlines nationwide as Democratic candidate Jay Jones tries to recover from a text message scandal. 

New Orleans jail escapee Derrick Groves waives extradition from Atlanta

Derrick Groves, the last of 10 inmates captured after escaping from a New Orleans jail earlier this year, waived extradition back to Louisiana.

Washington Capitals, team owner Ted Leonsis drop puck on new season

The Washington Capitals took on the Boston Bruins Wednesday at Capital One Arena in D.C. It was the team's first regular season game of the 2025-2026 National Hockey League season.

RAW INTERVIEW: Ted Leonsis talks about what's ahead for Capitals
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FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal speaks with Monumental Sports owner Ted Leonsis about what's ahead for the Washington Capitals on their opening night and the impact of big league sports on the DMV.

Jay Jones' scandal shakes up Virginia's AG race
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Virginia?s Attorney General race continues to make headlines nationwide as Democratic candidate Jay Jones tries to recover from a text message scandal. Newly published private messages reveal he once mused about shooting a Republican lawmaker.

Monumental Sports CEO Ted Leonsis talks about what's ahead
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The Washington Capitals took on the Boston Bruins Wednesday at Capital One Arena in D.C. It was the team's first regular season game of the 2025-2026 National Hockey League season. Monumental Sports owner Ted Leonsis spoke with FOX 5 ahead of the game.

Caught on camera: Security guard fires gun during dispute
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A security guard opened fire in the direction of a man at a store in District Heights and it was all caught on camera. FOX 5?s Shomari Stone has the story.

No decision on Army 10-miler cancellation
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As the government remains shutdown there are concerns that the Army 10-mile run may be cancelled for the first time in over 40 years. No decision has been made as of yet.

FAA staffing concerns plague DCA amid government shutdown
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With the government shutdown now in its second week, travelers at Reagan National Airport are facing delays as FAA staffing shortages start to take a toll. FOX 5?s Julie Donaldson is live at DCA with more on how it?s impacting flights.

Israel, Hamas agree on 'first phase' to halt fighting, free hostages
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President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement on the first phase of a plan aimed at ending the ongoing fighting and facilitating the release of hostages and prisoners.

Cool, breezy autumnal weather pattern ahead
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We're entering into a cool, breezy weather pattern as fall gets into full swing. Here's the latest forecast.

Metro's 2026 summer shutdown expected to impact multiple stations
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Commuters reacting tonight to Metro?s plan to shut down several stations on the red line next summer. The closures are to accommodate Purple Line construction. FOX 5?s Tisha Lewis is live from Bethesda with more.

Capitals season opens against Bruins
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Caps fans are ready to rock the red tonight. The Washington Capitals Kicking off the season in style, taking on the Boston Bruins at Capital One Arena. FOX 5's Homa Bash is live on the red carpet.