DOJ probes Fairfax prosecutor over alleged bias involving undocumented immigrants
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The DOJ has opened a civil rights investigation into the office of Fairfax Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano, focusing on its plea bargaining, charging decisions and sentencing policies. FOX 5 D.C.'s Sydney Persing has the latest. 

Montgomery County budget fight centers on competing tax plans

Montgomery County is facing a sharp budget standoff after the county council rejected County Executive Marc Elrich’s proposed $8 billion budget.

Montgomery County budget fight centers on competing tax plans
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Montgomery County leaders are locked in a budget dispute after the county council rejected County Executive Marc Elrich’s proposed 6.3% property tax increase and advanced alternative tax plans. FOX 5 D.C.’s Tom Fitzgerald reports from Rockville. 

St. Charles High School to hold virtual town hall on recent gun incidents
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Two guns were discovered on consecutive days at St. Charles High School, prompting searches of the students’ homes that uncovered additional firearms and a 3D printer. A virtual school board meeting is set for 7 p.m. Wednesday to address the incidents and community concerns.

Bowser responds to growing MPD crime data scandal
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D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser responded Wednesday to a growing scandal inside the Metropolitan Police Department could lead to the firing of more than a dozen senior officials accused of manipulating crime data.

7 injured in 2-vehicle crash in Frederick County

Seven people were injured Tuesday evening following a two-vehicle crash in Frederick County, Maryland, according to state police.

15-year-old arrested in connection with Northeast DC shooting that killed teen

Police have arrested a teenage suspect in connection with a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 17-year-old in Northeast Washington last month.

Washington Spirit 4 match win streak
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After a slow start to their season, Washington Spirit has just had four consecutive victories. FOX5DC's Chad Ricardo talks to the athletes about their success. 

Virginia lawmaker Louise Lucas’ office raided in FBI probe

The FBI executed search warrants Wednesday at the office of Virginia Senate President Pro Tempore L. Louise Lucas as part of a corruption investigation.

DOJ probes Fairfax prosecutor over alleged bias involving undocumented immigrants

The DOJ has opened a civil rights investigation into the office of Fairfax Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano, focusing on its plea bargaining, charging decisions and sentencing policies.

50+ sloths dead in failed Sloth World project; Florida leaders want accountability

Florida leaders and sloth experts are calling for more accountability over Sloth World after dozens of sloths connected to the previously planned attraction have died.

Search for Cinco De Mayo party shooting suspect; FBI raids office of Louise Lucas
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TOP HEADLINES: A search is underway for a suspect after a shooting at a Cinco De Mayo party. Plus, the FBI has raided the Portsmouth office of Virginia State Sen. Louise Lucas.

Bowser responds to growing MPD crime data scandal

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser responded Wednesday to a growing scandal inside the Metropolitan Police Department that could lead to the firing of more than a dozen senior officials accused of manipulating crime data.

3 shot, 2 stabbed during Cinco de Mayo violence in Laurel

Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Laurel turned violent when three people were shot, two others were stabbed and an officer was maced during a chaotic night in Prince George’s County.

'Kill me, kill me, kill me': Suspected gunman charged in Secret Service shootout near White House

A Texas man accused of wounding a juvenile bystander while allegedly firing at a U.S. Secret Service officer near the Washington Monument is now facing federal charges, according to the Justice Department.

Nancy Guthrie: Kash Patel critical of Arizona sheriff's handling of case

It's been more than three months since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of “Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson-area home, and the Pima County Sheriff is being criticized by the head of the FBI over his handling of the case.