Bay Area Harvard grad student launched new ‘Appstinence’ movement to quit social media
It’s a concept hard to fathom among many Gen Zers — ditching your smartphone and retiring from social media. But it's what recent Harvard alumna 24-year-old Gabriela Nguyen has fully embraced as she works to help others do the same.
Target to reduce prices for food, essentials and household goods
Target is lowering the prices of food, essentials and household goods, the corporation announced Tuesday.
Streateries in D.C. face uncertain future as new rules and fees take effect
A popular pandemic-era staple in Washington, D.C. — the “streatery” — may soon disappear from many city sidewalks. Beginning November 30, new rules and fees for outdoor dining structures are set to take effect, and restaurant owners say the costs could be too steep to keep them in place.
6 newborn puppies abandoned near railroad tracks in Fauquier County
The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help after six newborn puppies were found abandoned near railroad tracks in Bealeton. FOX 5's Julie Donaldson has the story.
Military Women's Memorial honors America's veteran servicewomen
As we celebrate our country's veterans today, we want to remember America's veteran servicewomen. Women who served in the Reserve and National Guard components, those who deployed in combat operations, and those who served in peacetime. FOX 5's Gwen Tolbart is at the Military Women's Memorial with more on how they are being honored today.
Mothers suing PGCPS after students allegedly tied to chairs with bungee cords
Two mothers in Prince George’s County are suing the public school system after a teacher allegedly tied their first graders to chairs using bungee cords. FOX 5’s Chief Legal Correspondent Katie Barlow sat down with them.
Father of 9 killed after fight stemming from Castro Valley road rage crash
The victim who died after a fight stemming from an alleged road rage crash in Castro Valley over the weekend was identified as a father of nine.
Federal workers anxiously await end to government shutdown
Anticipation is growing on Capitol Hill as a critical vote is expected in the House on Wednesday that could end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Not only are lawmakers on both sides of the aisle ready for an end to the conflict, federal workers who have been struggling amid the Congressional stalemate are also hoping it’s all coming to a close. FOX 5's Tom Fitzgeral has more.
FAA now requiring airlines to reduce flights by 6%
The Federal Aviation Administration said on Tuesday that airlines are required to reduce their flights by 6%. It's the next step as the agency looks to eventually achieve a 10% reduction in air traffic. FOX 5's Homa Bash has more.
DC Council considers legislation to clean up how schools report data
The D.C. Council held a hearing on two education bills aimed at cutting red tape and cleaning up how schools report data on Monday. The goal is to make reporting simpler and more useful, so teachers and school leaders can spend more time helping students. FOX 5's Shirin Rajaee reports.
Prince William County man accused of raping minor outside youth behavioral center
A Prince William County man has been arrested and charged with raping a minor near a youth behavioral treatment center in Bristow.
San Francisco Muni driver asleep as speeding train tosses screaming riders
San Francisco Muni passengers screamed as they were jolted, some falling from their seats, when a light rail train traveled at an excessive speed while the driver dozed off to sleep, according to video footage.
Veterans Day: Trump honors veterans at Arlington National Cemetery
President Donald Trump marked Veterans Day with a ceremony Tuesday at Arlington National Cemetery.
495 Express Lanes extension to open ahead of holiday travel
Northern Virginia drivers will get some relief just in time for Thanksgiving. The new 495 Express Lanes extension is set to open Saturday, Nov. 22 ahead of the holiday travel rush.
Puppies abandoned near railroad tracks in Fauquier County
The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help after six newborn puppies were found abandoned near railroad tracks in Bealeton.
Trump honors veterans at Arlington National Cemetery
President Donald Trump marked Veterans Day with a ceremony Tuesday at Arlington National Cemetery.
Mavs GM Nico Harrison fired after dismal start to 2025-26 season
It's official. The Dallas Mavericks have fired general manager Nico Harrison after a disappointing 3–8 start to the 2025–26 NBA season.
FULL: President Trump delivers remarks to honor Veterans Day
President Trump delivers remarks at Arlington National Cemetery to honor Veterans Day.
Puppies abandoned near railroad tracks
The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help after six newborn puppies were found abandoned near railroad tracks in Bealeton.
Supreme Court to weigh in on SNAP benefits
The funding fight over SNAP continues Tuesday as the Supreme Court is expected to weigh in, even as Congress moves closer to reopening the government.