Government Shutdown 2025 Update: SNAP benefits at risk as stalemate enters day 30

The federal government shutdown has entered its 30th day, and pressure continues to mount as millions of Americans face the loss of critical food assistance.

Virginia rescue teams heading to Jamaica for Hurricane Melissa relief
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Rescue teams out of Virginia are heading to Jamaica for Hurricane Melissa relief. The Hurricane swept through Jamaica, Cuba and Haiti leaving widespread destruction and dozens dead.

SNAP BENEFITS: Government shutdown to impact about 279,000 people in the DC region
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As the government shutdown continues, SNAP benefits are set to run out come November 1. This will impact about 42 million people across the United States with about 279,000 of those people being in the DC region.

Man disguised as woman allegedly recorded women in Maryland gym showers: police

A Takoma Park man is facing Peeping Tom charges after allegedly disguising himself as a woman to secretly record women in gym locker rooms in Montgomery County.

Crash closes BW Parkway in Laurel
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A crash has closed the Baltimore-Washington Parkway in Laurel Thursday as rain and storms disrupt the morning commute.

Man acquitted on charges of threatening President Trump speaks out
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A federal jury in Alexandria has acquitted a man charged with making threats toward President Donald Trump. He spoke exclusively with FOX 5’s Shomari Stone following his trial.

Throughout DMV, officials urge caution ahead of Halloween

Halloween may be among the most fun times of the year, but officials said it can also be among the most dangerous for pedestrians and drivers.

Detroit police officer caught on Zoom court hearing with no pants

It's the clip now seen around the world where a Metro Detroit officer was caught with his pants down during a Zoom court session.

DMV officials urge caution for pedestrians, drivers ahead of Halloween
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Halloween may be among the most fun times of the year, but officials said it can also be among the most dangerous for pedestrians and drivers. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal has more.

78-year-old accused of setting deadly arson fire in Sterling
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A 78-year-old man has been charged with intentionally setting a townhouse fire in Sterling that left a woman dead, Loudoun County officials say. FOX 5's Shirin Rajaee reports.

Battle over Buc-ee's: Stafford County residents speak out against proposed store

Popular Texas-based travel center chain Buc-ee's wants to build a second Virginia location in Stafford, but Wednesday night, several residents begged the county planning commission to reject its plans.

Stafford County beighbors beg leaders not to OK new Buc-ee's
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Popular Texas-based travel center chain Buc-ee's wants to build a second Virginia location in Stafford, but Wednesday night, several residents begged the county planning commission to reject its plans.

Clock ticks down for SNAP benefits as government remains shut down
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The government shutdown standoff is now on Day 29 and at risk for millions: food assistance. If SNAP funding ends, it could impact hundreds of thousands of people in the DMV, causing concern and stress for families all over our area. FOX 5’s Tom Fitzgerald is at a supermarket in Bethesda.

Prince George's Co. man in critical condition following shooting
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A Prince George's County man is in critical condition after a shooting near a convenience store in Oxon Hill. FOX 5's Homa Bash is live with the latest.