Why is Dupont Circle important to DC's LGBTQ community? A look back
U.S. Park Police and DC Police confirmed on Friday that Dupont Circle would be closed for what may be the largest pride festival in the District’s history, drawing criticism from DC leaders and the LGBTQ community. But why is Dupont Circle important in DC’s Pride history?
U.S. Park Police and DC Police confirmed on Friday that Dupont Circle would be closed for what may be the largest pride festival in the District’s history, drawing criticism from DC leaders and the LGBTQ community. But why is Dupont Circle important in DC’s Pride history?
Kilmar Abrego Garcia returned to US to face criminal charges, says DOJ
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador, was returned to the United States Friday to face criminal charges.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador, was returned to the United States Friday to face criminal charges.
1979 Gay Rights March in Washington D.C.
In 1979, a Gay Rights March brought thousands from across the country to Washington D.C.
In 1979, a Gay Rights March brought thousands from across the country to Washington D.C.
1983 Gay and Lesbian Pride Parade in Washington D.C.
The Gay and Lesbian Pride Day in 1983 finished with a festival at P Street Beach.
The Gay and Lesbian Pride Day in 1983 finished with a festival at P Street Beach.
1984 Gay and Lesbian Pride Day in Washington D.C.
The Gay and Lesbian Pride Day in 1984 featured a parade and a festival in the Dupont Circle neighborhood.
The Gay and Lesbian Pride Day in 1984 featured a parade and a festival in the Dupont Circle neighborhood.
Frank Kameny talks about fighting for gay rights in the 60s in 1991 interview
From the FOX 5 DC archives, gay rights activist Frank Kameny talked about his decades of fighting for gay rights in Washington D.C., from picketing the White House in 1965 to the founding of the Gay Task Force in 1973 into the Aids crisis.
From the FOX 5 DC archives, gay rights activist Frank Kameny talked about his decades of fighting for gay rights in Washington D.C., from picketing the White House in 1965 to the founding of the Gay Task Force in 1973 into the Aids crisis.
1991 High Heel Race: Police accused of using excessive force
On Halloween night in 1991, the now-iconic High Heel Race along 17th Street Street was not supposed to take place after permits were turned down. But members of the gay community gathered to hold the race anyway -- prompting the arrests of six men. D.C. police was accused of using excessive force in the arrests, and an investigation followed. D.C. Mayor Sharon Pratt apologized following the incident.
On Halloween night in 1991, the now-iconic High Heel Race along 17th Street Street was not supposed to take place after permits were turned down. But members of the gay community gathered to hold the race anyway -- prompting the arrests of six men. D.C. police was accused of using excessive force in the arrests, and an investigation followed. D.C. Mayor Sharon Pratt apologized following the incident.
Two kids, two adults found dead in potential murder suicide
Manassas Park Police are investigating four deaths on Thursday evening as a possible murder suicide.
Manassas Park Police are investigating four deaths on Thursday evening as a possible murder suicide.
DC public schools to ban cell phones
D.C. Public Schools announced Friday that students' cell phones will be banned in schools for next year.
D.C. Public Schools announced Friday that students' cell phones will be banned in schools for next year.
Thousands of dollars worth of hair bundles stolen from Maryland salon
A Maryland salon owner says thousands of dollars in hair bundles were stolen during a bold daytime theft that left staff and customers shaken.
A Maryland salon owner says thousands of dollars in hair bundles were stolen during a bold daytime theft that left staff and customers shaken.
Photos released of moped rider in hit-and-run crash that left 10-year-old injured
A violent crash between a speeding moped and a push scooter has left a 10-year-old boy in the hospital. Now, D.C. Police have released images of the hit-and-run biker they say is responsible.
A violent crash between a speeding moped and a push scooter has left a 10-year-old boy in the hospital. Now, D.C. Police have released images of the hit-and-run biker they say is responsible.
Dupont Circle park to close for Pride weekend after back and forth decisions
Dupont Circle park will officially close, after all, following mixed messages throughout this week from D.C. officials, U.S Park Police and D.C. Police.
Dupont Circle park will officially close, after all, following mixed messages throughout this week from D.C. officials, U.S Park Police and D.C. Police.
Veterinarian's license suspended after alleged animal deaths
A northern Virginia veterinary dentist is under investigation, his license suspended after several dogs reportedly passed away under his care.
A northern Virginia veterinary dentist is under investigation, his license suspended after several dogs reportedly passed away under his care.
Maxwell Anderson verdict, Sade Robinson killed; jury finds man guilty
A jury found Maxwell Anderson guilty of killing and dismembering Sade Robinson on Friday after a days-long trial.
A jury found Maxwell Anderson guilty of killing and dismembering Sade Robinson on Friday after a days-long trial.
Man accused of stealing cold, sinus medicine from multiple pharmacies in DC
D.C. police are searching for a man who they say has stolen thousands of dollars worth of cold and sinus medicine from pharmacies in Northwest.
D.C. police are searching for a man who they say has stolen thousands of dollars worth of cold and sinus medicine from pharmacies in Northwest.
Additional speed cameras going up across Fairfax County
Drivers are being warned to slow down in Fairfax County as more speed cameras are set to be installed in the coming weeks.
Drivers are being warned to slow down in Fairfax County as more speed cameras are set to be installed in the coming weeks.
Prince George's County teachers look to oust superintendent following vote of no confidence
The Prince George's County teachers union held a vote of no confidence on Wednesday, aiming to remove the school district's superintendent, Millard House II.
The Prince George's County teachers union held a vote of no confidence on Wednesday, aiming to remove the school district's superintendent, Millard House II.
Additional speed cameras going up across Fairfax County
Drivers are being warned to slow down in Fairfax County as more speed cameras are set to be installed in the coming weeks. Some will go live this month, while others later this summer. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal reports.
Drivers are being warned to slow down in Fairfax County as more speed cameras are set to be installed in the coming weeks. Some will go live this month, while others later this summer. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal reports.
Annual Salvadoran festival cancelled due to ICE concerns
The annual Salvadore�isimo Festival in Montgomery County has been canceled due to concerns over potential ICE activity and attendee safety. Organizers say the decision was made to protect families amid growing fears within immigrant communities.
The annual Salvadore�isimo Festival in Montgomery County has been canceled due to concerns over potential ICE activity and attendee safety. Organizers say the decision was made to protect families amid growing fears within immigrant communities.
Pause on student visas causes concern for DC education programs
A D.C.-based non-profit is among the organizations scrambling to support international students who may no longer be able to obtain a visa. Last week, the Trump administration paused new student visa interviews. FOX 5?s Shirin Rajaee is live with more on the impacts.
A D.C.-based non-profit is among the organizations scrambling to support international students who may no longer be able to obtain a visa. Last week, the Trump administration paused new student visa interviews. FOX 5?s Shirin Rajaee is live with more on the impacts.