MCPS rolls out enhanced safety protocols amid parent frustration

Montgomery County Public Schools has adopted a new emergency response protocol for the 2025–2026 school year, but not all parents are on board with how the rollout has been handled.

MCPS rolls out enhanced safety protocols
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Montgomery County Public Schools has adopted a new emergency response protocol for the 2025?2026 school year, but not all parents are on board with how the rollout has been handled.

National Guard deployment in DC extended to November 30
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The National Guard will remain stationed in Washington, D.C. to the end of November, according to a newly released Army memo. FOX 5's Melanie Alnwick has the latest.

Near 90 degrees Friday in DC region; weekend storms possible

Summer heat returns to the D.C. area Friday, with highs nearing 90 degrees before the chance of showers and storms on Saturday and into early Sunday morning.

Tractor-trailer bursts into flames on I-95 in Fairfax County

A tractor-trailer burst into flames early Friday, backing up traffic for miles along Interstate 95 in Virginia and disrupting the morning commute.

Tractor-trailer bursts into flames on I-95 in Virginia
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A tractor-trailer burst into flames early Friday, backing up traffic for miles along Interstate 95 in Virginia and disrupting the morning commute.

Alexandria Housing Authority CEO placed on probation amid housing scandal

The CEO of the Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority (ARHA) has been placed on probation after allegations surfaced that he was living in one of the city’s highly sought-after public housing units.

Alexandria Housing Authority CEO caught living in highly-sought public housing unit
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Tonight, the Alexandria Housing Authority?s CEO has been placed on probation after allegedly being caught living in one of the highly sought after public housing units that he oversaw. This comes after dozens of residents have been sounding the alarm for months about the agency's negligence and unsafe housing conditions. FOX 5?s Shirin Rajaee has been following this story.

Trump to rename 'Department of Defense' as 'Department of War'
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President Donald Trump is planning to rename the Department of Defense as the Department of War, according to FOX News. The administration is reportedly seeking to restore a "warrior ethos" to the military.

Arlington County firefighters rescue 'Chester the Toucan'
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The Arlington County Fire Department went viral this week for helping rescue a pet toucan that got stuck behind a dishwasher.

Eagles' Jalen Carter ejected after spitting on Cowboys' Dak Prescott

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter was ejected for unsportsmanlike conduct after spitting on Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott Thursday night.

Nearly half of Northern Virginians impacted by substance abuse, new study shows

A new study is highlighting the alarming reach of substance abuse in Northern Virginia, showing that nearly half of residents are either struggling themselves or know someone who is. 

Northern Virginia residents push back on Dominion Energy's power line proposal

The battle over data centers and the electricity needed to support them continues. In Northern Virginia, residents are speaking out against Dominion Energy’s latest proposal to put up power lines and substations.