School closings, delays in DC, Maryland, Virginia for Tuesday, December 9

A winter storm that impacted areas to the south of the Washington, D.C. region on Monday has prompted some school systems to close and delay opening times on Tuesday.

Man shot, killed at Prince George’s County nightclub
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A man was shot and killed late Monday night at a nightclub in Prince George’s County, authorities said.

Frederick County residents voice concerns over diesel generator permit
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A Maryland community is speaking out against a plan to have several dozen diesel generators for data centers in their neighborhood. A meeting was held Monday night in Frederick County, where residents expressed concerns about its possible proximity to an elementary school. FOX 5's Nana Sentuo Bonsu reports.

Man accused of burning Laurel apartment building due in court Tuesday
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A man accused of setting fire to an apartment building in Laurel, leaving dozens of residents displaced, is due in court on Tuesday. FOX 5's Shomari Stone has the latest.

Fans question decision to have Jayden Daniels play after injury
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The Commanders’ eighth straight loss was made even tougher because Jayden Daniels got hurt again. It’s exactly what some fans feared would happen heading into yesterday’s game. Tonight, FOX 5’s 5’s Josh Rosenthal is in Landover with an update on Daniels’ health, and reaction from one especially concerned fan.

Vienna neighborhood lights up for the holidays
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Some homeowners in Vienna, Virginia, have lit up their homes to bring some holiday joy to others in more ways than one. FOX 5's Gwen Tolbart is there to show us the spectacular displays and tell us more.

DC Police Chief Pamela Smith announces she will resign
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Metropolitan Police Chief Pamela Smith said her decision to step down at year’s end was not influenced by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser’s decision not to seek reelection or by the federal crime surge in the District. She called the move deeply personal, shaped by time spent with family over the holidays.

What Trump's $12 billion farmer bailout package could mean for grocery prices

The funds will be used to help U.S. farmers pay off their debts and plan financially for next year's planting, which will in turn ensure that they can keep producing food, and therefore stabilize the U.S. food supply.

Supreme Court ruling could allow Trump to remove leaders of independent federal agencies

The Supreme Court on Monday appeared ready to side with the Trump administration in a case that could dramatically reshape the balance of power between the presidency and federal independent agencies — and potentially affect D.C.’s unique court system.

CRAZY VIDEO: Alleged drunk driver plows through Christmas tree lighting
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Authorities arrested a suspected drunk driver who they say drove through street‑closure signs and struck several police cruisers and a uniformed officer during a tree‑lighting event in Old Town Manassas.

Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett launches U.S. Senate campaign

Crockett, known for her outspoken opinions on progressive issues like defunding law enforcement, faces other familiar names in the Democrat primary.

Marjorie Taylor Greene links rise in threats to Trump’s public criticism

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she has received a surge of threats in recent weeks, claiming the volume intensified after she announced she would resign from Congress.

Alina Habba resigns as U.S. Attorney for New Jersey after court ruling

Alina Habba has resigned as the U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey, days after a federal appeals court ruled her appointment to the position was unlawful.