DC Mayor  Bowser flies to Martha's Vineyard amidst Fed Takeover
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Mayor Muriel Bowser is in Martha's Vineyard on a family commitment Thursday and is expected to return to the District Friday afternoon, sources confirm to FOX 5 DC. Her travel comes as President Donald Trump has moved to expand federal authority in the District.

Horse rescued after falling into pit in Baltimore County

Fire crews in Baltimore County and Howard County worked together Thursday morning to rescue a horse that fell into an underground pit. 

Two arrested in Woodbridge on felony child endangerment, drug charges

Two people are facing felony charges after police say they found suspected illegal narcotics within reach of three young children during a traffic stop early Thursday morning. 

DC homeless encampment cleared as Trump pushes to extend federal control

City crews cleared a homeless encampment Thursday between the Kennedy Center and Lincoln Memorial, as concerns mount over President Donald Trump’s push to extend federal control of Washington, D.C.’s police department beyond the legal 30-day limit.

No charges for Florida JSO officer in arrest of man punched, dragged from his car

Prosecutors declined to charge Jacksonville Officer D. Bowers, saying his actions during the arrest of William McNeil were lawful. Despite viral video showing violence, officials cited bodycam footage showing McNeil ignored commands. McNeil’s lawyers criticized the decision and called for a federal investigation.

Parents react as Virginia State Police investigate alleged school-funded abortions
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Virginia State Police have launched an investigation into allegations that officials at Centreville High School arranged and paid for abortions for at least two minors without notifying their parents.

DCBX 17 dances in the Fox 5 studio!
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DCBX is back in the DMV, and before their performances, they give a special performance in the Fox 5 studio. Mikea even joins in on the fun!

Freedom Brew visits Fox 5 studios
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For Allen Langer, beer can come with a good cause. Coming from multiple generations of military families, he co-founded Freedom Brews, which is completely owned by veterans and aims to spread awareness for issues that affect veterans.

DOJ worker fired after allegedly throwing sandwich at federal officer: AG Bondi

A Department of Justice worker has been fired and charged with a felony after allegedly throwing a Subway sandwich at a federal officer during a confrontation in downtown D.C., according to Attorney General Pam Bondi.

Virginia State Police say they are not investigating mass child abductions after viral social media claims

Virginia State Police are pushing back against a wave of social media posts claiming there has been a spike in mass child abductions across the Commonwealth, saying there is no evidence to support those claims. 

Police arrest 4 for stealing $4K of household goods, car care items, jewelry & more

Patrol officers in Charles County arrested four suspects accused of stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of merchandise during an alleged shoplifting operation at a business on Western Parkway. 

Prepping your garden for the fall
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Good Day DC covers how to prep your garden and yard for the fall.

Oldest-ever Great Lakes lake trout recorded in Lake Superior

The best way to measure how old a fish is is by counting the number of rings formed on a chunk of calcium living in its inner ear. This lake trout, named Mary Catherine, had 62 rings.

DC weather: Afternoon storms possible Thursday as heat and humidity continue

Expect a hot and muggy Thursday across the D.C. region, with sunshine giving way to afternoon and evening thunderstorms as a cold front moves in.

DC police announce Navy Yard juvenile curfew zone starting Friday amid Trump’s takeover push

D.C. police will enforce a Juvenile Curfew Zone in the Navy Yard neighborhood starting Friday, citing ongoing safety concerns tied to large youth gatherings. The move comes as President Donald Trump took control of the city’s police department and activated National Guard members to help reduce crime in the District.

Get your garden ready for fall
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Taylor visits Aspen Hill, MD this morning to get some tips on late-summer garden work from Carol Jacobs of Bell Nursery.

Navigating the jump from pre-K to kindergarten as a parent
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Back-to-school season has arrived! As the kids prepare to make a jump to the next level of school, parents also find themselves making adjustments. Marissa speaks with Clinical Psychologist Dr. Amber Thornton on navigating that jump.

Tips for a late summer garden in Aspen Hill, MD
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Having trouble maintaining your garden during the late weeks of summer? Taylor hits the road to Aspen Hill, MD and speaks with Bell Nursery District Manager Carol Jacobs to get some tips.

Costs of buying a home as a couple
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Are you getting ready to buy a home, but your credit score is getting way? Steve talks with Milan Griffin of Homefree-USA provides some tips for putting yourself in the best position to buy a home.