FEMA denies funding for western Maryland hit by severe flooding
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Flood victims in western Maryland have now been officially denied any additional federal funding. The decision comes months after Gov. Wes Moore filed an appeal for a major disaster declaration.

Virginia Democrats could redraw state's congressional maps

Just weeks before Virginia elects a new governor, there’s a surprise move that could upend the state’s congressional makeup.  

Senate rejects plan to that would pay some federal workers
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On Thursday, the Senate rejected both a GOP-backed plan that would pay some federal workers, and a Democratic-backed bill that would pay military members and federal workers still required to work through the shutdown. FOX 5's Syeda Abbas explains.

Food bank demands in DMV skyrocket amid ongoing shutdown
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The government shutdown has led to an increased need at food banks in the D.C. area as families struggle to keep food on the table. The shutdown is now in its 23rd day.

Police find suspect vehicle linked to deadly hit-and-run in Fairfax County
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New developments came Thursday in the tragic hit-and-run death of a 62-year-old woman. The victim was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene and then, she was run over by a responding Fairfax County police officer's cruiser. Fairfax County police released body camera footage from the officer who allegedly drove over the victim. Then, just hours later, police announced that they had found the suspect vehicle wanted in connection to the hit-and-run.

Virginia Democrats plan to redraw congressional maps
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Just weeks before Virginia elects a new governor, there’s a surprise move that could upend the state’s congressional makeup. Democrats, who control the state’s general assembly, are poised to hold a special session in Richmond to redraw congressional maps. It could wipe out GOP seats and put more democrats in Congress. FOX 5’s Tom Fitzgerald is in Arlington with more.

Suspect vehicle found after woman struck by hit-and-run driver, then police cruiser in VA

New developments came Thursday in the tragic hit-and-run death of a 62-year-old woman. The victim was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene and then, she was run over by a responding Fairfax County police officer's cruiser. 

PHOTOS: White House East Wing before the demolition

The East Wing, long used as the White House’s social entrance and home to the first lady’s staff, is being torn down as construction begins on President Donald Trump’s $250 million ballroom. Here’s a look at the historic wing before demolition began.

Ranked: Best & worst college towns for 2025

When trying to decide what college to attend, besides academics, there are many factors like living expenses and social environment, that play a role in a student’s decision on where to pursue their degree.

FOX 5 takes you inside Markoff’s Haunted Forest for Halloween thrills and chills

Get ready for a night of fright when FOX 5’s Like it or Not hits the road Thursday evening for a special Halloween edition live from Markoff’s Haunted Forest in Dickerson, Maryland!

Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Stalemate hits 23rd day, now second-longest in US history

The government shutdown stretched into its 23rd day Thursday, becoming the second-longest in U.S. history, after Senate Democrats blocked a 12th Republican attempt to reopen the government Wednesday afternoon.

White House East Wing demolition expected to be complete by weekend

The East Wing of the White House is expected to be fully demolished by this weekend, FOX 5 has learned, as President Trump continues his plan to build a new ballroom on the property.

FDA issues recall of Coca Cola products due to possible metal fragments

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall of Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, and Sprite cans sold in Texas as they may contain metal.

White House East Wing demolition set to be complete by weekend
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The East Wing of the White House is expected to be fully demolished by this weekend, FOX 5 has learned, as President Trump continues his plan to build a new ballroom on the property.

Maryland man sentenced to 3 years in prison for possession of homemade explosive materials

A Frederick County judge has sentenced 20-year-old John Timothy Lightfield to three years in prison after authorities discovered materials used to make homemade explosives inside his apartment.