DOJ challenges Chicago suburb's $25K reparations payments in court

The U.S. Department of Justice has moved to intervene in a federal lawsuit challenging the City of Evanston's reparations program, arguing the race-based initiative violates the Constitution and federal housing law.

Tuesday Recap: Foiled Attack Plot at UFC Event, DC Primary, and More
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Join DMV Zone's Marina Marraco for more on the alleged plot to attack the White House UFC event, the DC primary, and the Trump administration's ballroom project. 

National Guard shooting suspect pleads not guilty, faces death penalty

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, accused in the fatal shooting of a National Guard member in Washington, D.C., pleaded not guilty Tuesday to new federal charges that make the case death penalty-eligible.

New law clears way for speed cameras on George Washington Parkway

Virginia state and local police could soon help enforce traffic laws on the George Washington Memorial Parkway under a new law signed earlier this year by Gov. Abigail Spanberger.

New law clears way for speed cameras on GW Parkway
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Virginia state and local police could soon help enforce traffic laws on the George Washington Memorial Parkway under a new law signed earlier this year by Gov. Abigail Spanberger.

HRVIzak’s YouTube journey from Croatia fan to World Cup voice before Philly match

Croatian American YouTuber HRVIzak built a following around international soccer. Now, Croatia’s World Cup match against Ghana in Philadelphia brings his lifelong connection to the national team into focus.

Gunman who allegedly killed woman on DC sidewalk shot and killed by officers
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Jeffery Carroll, Interim Chief of the Metropolitan Police Department, shares details after a man was shot and killed by police Tuesday morning after allegedly shooting and killing a woman in a domestic related incident in northwest D.C.

Sneak peek inside IKEA’s new Chantilly store before grand opening
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IKEA is opening a new store in Chantilly at the former Dulles Expo Center, and FOX 5’s Stephanie Ramirez got a preview before the grand opening. Store manager Jamie Wilson shows off kitchen remodeling options, planning services and showroom features designed with Northern Virginia families in mind. The grand opening is set for Thursday at 9:30 a.m.

FBI thwarts alleged drone attack plot targeting White House UFC event
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The FBI says it thwarted an alleged explosive drone attack plot targeting Sunday’s UFC fight on the White House South Lawn. According to Fox News Digital, five suspects are in custody, and authorities say a second group of attackers was also allegedly planning to storm the White House gate. Investigators say nearly two dozen users were found on a Signal chat discussing attack plans.

MLB issues warning to Giants players who wrote Bible verses on Pride caps

Major League Baseball has reportedly issued a warning to several San Francisco Giants pitchers who wrote Bible verses on their specialized hats during the team's Pride Night celebration.

Police search for gunman after Manassas shooting | FOX 5 AT 6AM
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Developing news from Prince William County where police are searching for a gunman who they say shot someone in Manassas. The incident happened just before 1:30 a.m. Tuesday morning on Parrish Lane. No word yet on the victim's condition. Officials say to expect an increased police presence as the investigation continues.

Suspect in deadly National Guard attack due in court | FOX 5 AT 4AM
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The man accused of shooting two National Guard members is due in court Tuesday. Rahmanullah Lakanwal is charged with ambushing West Virginia National Guard Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe near the White House last November. Beckstrom died from her injuries, and Wolfe survived but faces a long recovery. 

Voting guide: How DC's new ranked choice voting ballot works

D.C. has adopted ranked choice voting, letting voters rank candidates in order of preference instead of picking just one. Here's how the new system works — starting with the June 16 primary.

Polls open in DC for Primary Election 2026
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It is officially Primary Day in the District of Columbia. Polls opened at 7 a.m. as voters choose candidates for mayor, attorney general, the D.C. Council and the city’s delegate to Congress. This election marks the first use of ranked choice voting in a citywide primary.

Wingstop employee fired after racial slur appears on customer order in Lorton

A Wingstop employee was fired after a Northern Virginia woman reportedly found a racial slur printed on her order receipt and displayed on the restaurant's order tracking screen.