Extreme heat warning issued in DC amid high temps and humidity

An extreme heat warning has been issued in D.C. due to the combination of high temperatures and humidity in the area. 

Unemployment rate on the rise in Fairfax County
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Fairfax County is seeing an alarming rise in unemployment ? and local Democrats and state Republicans are pointing figures as to who is to blame.

Virginia State Police unveils new fleet of Mustang cruisers
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Virginia State Police are rolling out a fleet of new, extremely fast Ford Mustangs. FOX 5?s Josh Rosenthal is in McLean tonight to explain why.

Georgetown University professor convicted of beating his wife
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A Georgetown law professor was found guilty today of beating his wife and obstructing justice?and this is not his first criminal conviction. FOX 5?s Sydney Persing spoke with the U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro about the verdict.

USA Rugby takes center stage at Audi Field this weekend
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It?s a big weekend for rugby fans right here in the District! The USA Men?s and Women?s national teams are set to take over Audi Field on Saturday?a showcase of American pride on the international stage. FOX 5's Chad Ricardo joins us with a preview from the pitch.

GMU under investigation by DOJ for alleged DEI hiring practices
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The Justice Department has opened an investigation into George Mason University to determine whether the school gives preferential treatment of certain races and sexes in the hiring process, the latest in a long list of schools to face pressure from the federal government over DEI policies.

Shaq threatens to ‘punch’ RG3 over comments on Angel Reese 

Basketball Hall-of-Famer Shaquille O'Neal and Former NFL star Robert Griffin III entered an internet feud, which escalated when O'Neal threatened to "punch" Griffin over comments on WNBA trailblazer Angel Reese. 

Damien Lillard reaches free-agent deal to return to Portland Trail Blazers 

Nine-time All-Star Damian Lillard returns to Rip City on a three-year, $42 million deal, making a homecoming to the team that drafted him and where he spent the first 11 years of his illustrious career. 

Trial for Naresh Bhatt postponed until 2026
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The trial for a Manassas man accused of murdering his wife and concealing her body will be delayed for more than a year. Naresh Bhatt's trial will now start in October 2026.

FULL: President Donald Trump signs GENIUS Act
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President Trump signed the GENIUS Act into law, paving the way for a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins.

Taraji P. Henson heads to Prince George's County

Actress Taraji P. Henson heads to Prince George's County for a special in-person meet and greet.