Wizards welcome federal workers amid home opener excitement
Basketball fans in D.C. are buzzing with optimism despite the Washington Wizards' loss to the Hornets in their home opener. Federal workers affected by the government shutdown were welcomed into the arena for free, as well. FOX 5's Nana Sentuo-Bonsu has the story.
Basketball fans in D.C. are buzzing with optimism despite the Washington Wizards' loss to the Hornets in their home opener. Federal workers affected by the government shutdown were welcomed into the arena for free, as well. FOX 5's Nana Sentuo-Bonsu has the story.
Suspect in DC intern's murder now accused of killing teen girl
Families of two murder victims are pleading for public assistance in locating the suspect, Naqwan Antonio Lucas, who is accused of killing both a congressional intern and a teenage girl. FOX 5's Sydney Persing has the exclusive.
Families of two murder victims are pleading for public assistance in locating the suspect, Naqwan Antonio Lucas, who is accused of killing both a congressional intern and a teenage girl. FOX 5's Sydney Persing has the exclusive.
Former NFL star Adrian Peterson arrested in Sugar Land, records show
Records show the star running back is facing two charges out of Sugar Land.
Records show the star running back is facing two charges out of Sugar Land.
Government Shutdown: Mental health support during federal freeze
The impact of the government shutdown is being felt beyond federal buildings as it enters day 26. Local therapist Dr. Maliek Blade joins FOX 5 to share how he's bringing free mental health support to the community.
The impact of the government shutdown is being felt beyond federal buildings as it enters day 26. Local therapist Dr. Maliek Blade joins FOX 5 to share how he's bringing free mental health support to the community.
Government shutdown: Timothy Mellon donates $130 million to pay military salaries: report
The New York Times reports that billionaire Timothy Mellon is the mystery donor of $130 million to pay military salaries during the government shutdown.
The New York Times reports that billionaire Timothy Mellon is the mystery donor of $130 million to pay military salaries during the government shutdown.
12 people shot in 7 separate shootings across D.C. Friday night
D.C. police responded to seven separate shootings across the District Friday night into Saturday morning, including one near Howard University.
D.C. police responded to seven separate shootings across the District Friday night into Saturday morning, including one near Howard University.
June Lockhart: Legendary actress known for 'Lassie' and 'Lost in Space' dies at 100
June Lockhart, known for her roles in "Lassie" and "Lost in Space," passed away at her Santa Monica home with her daughter and granddaughter by her side.
June Lockhart, known for her roles in "Lassie" and "Lost in Space," passed away at her Santa Monica home with her daughter and granddaughter by her side.
WATCH: Winsome Earle-Sears campaigns at CPAC event ahead of election
Virginia Lt. Gov. Earle-Sears speaks at the CPAC Latino Rally for Virginia, mobilizing voters ahead of the November 4th election. Earle-Sears is the GOP candidate for Virginia's governor race.
Virginia Lt. Gov. Earle-Sears speaks at the CPAC Latino Rally for Virginia, mobilizing voters ahead of the November 4th election. Earle-Sears is the GOP candidate for Virginia's governor race.
WATCH: Virginia Gov. Youngkin speaks at CPAC event
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin speaks at the CPAC Latino Rally for Virginia, mobilizing voters ahead of the November 4th election.
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin speaks at the CPAC Latino Rally for Virginia, mobilizing voters ahead of the November 4th election.
Government Shutdown: Federal workers line up for food assistance
With the shutdown in its third week, many federal workers missed payday and are turning to food banks for help. The Capital Area Food Bank and local groups like Urban Outreach and United Community are hosting weekly food distributions in D.C. and Alexandria.
With the shutdown in its third week, many federal workers missed payday and are turning to food banks for help. The Capital Area Food Bank and local groups like Urban Outreach and United Community are hosting weekly food distributions in D.C. and Alexandria.
1 arrested, 1 injured in shooting at Austin Central Library
Austin police said one person has been transported to the hospital after what they are calling a “critical incident" in downtown Austin Saturday.
Austin police said one person has been transported to the hospital after what they are calling a “critical incident" in downtown Austin Saturday.
Shutdown Day 25: Military to be paid, food banks help furloughed workers
President Trump announced that a private donor paid $130 million to cover some military salaries. Plus, the Capital Area Food Bank is teaming up with non-profits to offer meals to furloughed federal workers in the D.C. area.
President Trump announced that a private donor paid $130 million to cover some military salaries. Plus, the Capital Area Food Bank is teaming up with non-profits to offer meals to furloughed federal workers in the D.C. area.
2 in custody after 5 shot near Howard University during homecoming event: police
Police say five people were shot near Howard University Friday night.
Police say five people were shot near Howard University Friday night.
DC suing federal government to have National Guard leave the city
The Office of the Attorney General in D.C. is suing the federal government, saying that the deployment of the National Guard on the streets of D.C. is unlawful, and that it's causing irreparable harm in the city.
The Office of the Attorney General in D.C. is suing the federal government, saying that the deployment of the National Guard on the streets of D.C. is unlawful, and that it's causing irreparable harm in the city.
50th Marine Corps Marathon will go on despite government shutdown
The 50th Marine Corps Marathon is moving forward as scheduled this Sunday despite the ongoing government shutdown, and this year is expected to set new records.
The 50th Marine Corps Marathon is moving forward as scheduled this Sunday despite the ongoing government shutdown, and this year is expected to set new records.
Woman in custody after standoff, reported stabbing
A woman has been taken into custody following a standoff in Montgomery County. Police initially responded for a report of a stabbing. FOX 5's Sydney Persing reports.
A woman has been taken into custody following a standoff in Montgomery County. Police initially responded for a report of a stabbing. FOX 5's Sydney Persing reports.
Multiple people shot near Howard University
Police said multiple people were shot near Howard University Friday night as the school hosted a homecoming event.
Police said multiple people were shot near Howard University Friday night as the school hosted a homecoming event.
50th Marine Corps Marathon will go on despite government shutdown
The 50th Marine Corps Marathon is moving forward as scheduled this Sunday despite the ongoing government shutdown, and this year is expected to set new records.
The 50th Marine Corps Marathon is moving forward as scheduled this Sunday despite the ongoing government shutdown, and this year is expected to set new records.
DC delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton reportedly scammed out of more than $4K
D.C. Delegate to Congress Eleanor Holmes Norton was scammed out of more than $4,000, according to a report from FOX News.
D.C. Delegate to Congress Eleanor Holmes Norton was scammed out of more than $4,000, according to a report from FOX News.
DC goes to court to end National Guard deployment
The Trump administration and D.C. attorneys are going head to head in court as the District sues to have the National Guard removed from the city. FOX 5's Bob Barnard reports.
The Trump administration and D.C. attorneys are going head to head in court as the District sues to have the National Guard removed from the city. FOX 5's Bob Barnard reports.