Judge partially blocks Trump’s National Guard deployment to Illinois

A federal judge partially granted a temporary restraining order halting President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to Illinois after hearing arguments challenging the legality of the action.

Spinach recalled after batch tests positive for potentially harmful bacteria

A Minnesota-based food products supplier is recalling organic spinach after some of the product tested positive for a potentially harmful bacteria.

Security guard charged after firing weapon at shopping center: police

A security guard has been charged with reckless endangerment after police say he discharged his firearm Wednesday at a shopping center in Prince George’s County.

Is the government shutdown affecting air travel?
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Staffing shortages triggered by the ongoing federal government shutdown are causing more flight delays at airports nationwide, with union leaders warning the situation could worsen.

DC weather: Sunny, breezy, and chilly Thursday

Fall settles in across the Washington, D.C. region on Thursday with sunshine, breezy conditions and cooler-than-average temperatures in the mid-60s.

Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Frustration builds as stalemate drags on

Lawmakers are venting frustrations after another round of failed votes to reopen the government. While no formal negotiations are underway, quiet talks are reportedly emerging behind the scenes.

Parade of Ships: How to watch Navy, Marine Corps 250th celebration on Delaware River

The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps are coming to Philadelphia, the city where they were founded, to celebrate their 250th birthdays in October. The week-long celebration kicks off with the Parade of Ships and opening ceremony along the Delaware River. 

Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Stalemate drags on
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Lawmakers are venting frustrations after another round of failed votes to reopen the government. While no formal negotiations are underway, quiet talks are reportedly emerging behind the scenes.

Jay Jones scandal shakes up Virginia's attorney general race

Virginia’s attorney general race continues to make headlines nationwide as Democratic candidate Jay Jones tries to recover from a text message scandal. 

New Orleans jail escapee Derrick Groves waives extradition from Atlanta

Derrick Groves, the last of 10 inmates captured after escaping from a New Orleans jail earlier this year, waived extradition back to Louisiana.

Washington Capitals, team owner Ted Leonsis drop puck on new season

The Washington Capitals took on the Boston Bruins Wednesday at Capital One Arena in D.C. It was the team's first regular season game of the 2025-2026 National Hockey League season.

RAW INTERVIEW: Ted Leonsis talks about what's ahead for Capitals
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FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal speaks with Monumental Sports owner Ted Leonsis about what's ahead for the Washington Capitals on their opening night and the impact of big league sports on the DMV.

Jay Jones' scandal shakes up Virginia's AG race
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Virginia?s Attorney General race continues to make headlines nationwide as Democratic candidate Jay Jones tries to recover from a text message scandal. Newly published private messages reveal he once mused about shooting a Republican lawmaker.

Monumental Sports CEO Ted Leonsis talks about what's ahead
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The Washington Capitals took on the Boston Bruins Wednesday at Capital One Arena in D.C. It was the team's first regular season game of the 2025-2026 National Hockey League season. Monumental Sports owner Ted Leonsis spoke with FOX 5 ahead of the game.

Caught on camera: Security guard fires gun during dispute
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A security guard opened fire in the direction of a man at a store in District Heights and it was all caught on camera. FOX 5?s Shomari Stone has the story.

No decision on Army 10-miler cancellation
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As the government remains shutdown there are concerns that the Army 10-mile run may be cancelled for the first time in over 40 years. No decision has been made as of yet.

FAA staffing concerns plague DCA amid government shutdown
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With the government shutdown now in its second week, travelers at Reagan National Airport are facing delays as FAA staffing shortages start to take a toll. FOX 5?s Julie Donaldson is live at DCA with more on how it?s impacting flights.