Initiative 82 passes: DC tipped workers to be paid minimum wage
D.C. residents voted Tuesday to pass Initiative 82, which will require D.C. employers to pay $16.10 an hour to tipped employees regardless of how much they earn in gratuity. Here's how it will impact businesses, customers
Where results stand after Election Day 2022 in DC, Maryland, Virginia and beyond
Tuesday night, results poured in from races across the DMV, including Maryland governor, D.C. mayor, and ballot initiatives in Maryland and the District.
Mayor Muriel Bowser wins reelection
Incumbent Mayor Muriel Bowser (D) has won a third term in office, defeating Republican opponent Stacia Hall.
Polls open on Election Day across DC region
Voters are heading to the polls across the D.C. region and the country Tuesday for the 2022 U.S. midterm elections.
Midterm Election 2022: Where DMV candidates stand on education
The recently released Nation's Report Card provided a glimpse of the significant learning loss American students are facing since the pandemic. Voters across the DMV are interested to know how their local officials plan to help their children recover.
"In The Courts" Marijuana Special explains Maryland's ballot initiative, laws across the DMV and beyond
A key issue on the ballot as early voting opens in Maryland is the legalization of marijuana. In this election special, FOX 5's Katie Barlow breaks down the measure & also looks at laws across the DMV.
Midterm Election 2022: Early voting rolls out across the DMV
Election Day is approaching fast, but early voting is in full swing in Maryland and Virginia. D.C. early voting kicks off on Monday, Oct. 31.
Midterm Election 2022: Where DMV candidates stand on inflation, economy
As we near Election Day, FOX 5 is breaking down the issues that matter most to voters, including a hot-button issue that is impacting almost every single American voter – inflation and the economy.
Midterm Election 2022: Where DMV candidates stand on immigration
As we near Election Day, FOX 5 is breaking down the issues that matter most to voters.
Here are the dates you need to know as Election Day 2022 approaches
Election Day is November 8th across the country, but there are different dates for early voting, registration deadlines and more.
Ex-DC deputy mayor's next court date pushed to December
DC’s former deputy mayor of public safety and justice did not appear for an arraignment at the Arlington County Courthouse at 2 pm Monday.
DC 2022 Election Guide: Where to vote and how to register
The midterms are coming up, and D.C. residents have the opportunity to vote for mayor, city council — and whether the city should do away with the tipped wage.
Mayor Bowser concerned over deputy mayor's actions
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser told FOX 5 on Friday that she has "some concerns" about the interaction between D.C.'s deputy mayor of public safety and justice and an Arlington Gold's Gym trainer.
Why does DC’s deputy mayor live outside the District?
Concerns are being raised about why D.C.'s deputy mayor of public safety and justice lives outside the District.
DC Council approves measure allowing residents to 'self-prescribe' medical marijuana
Council members in D.C. have approved a measure to let anyone 21 years and older "self-prescribe" medical marijuana.
Mayor Bowser adds 51st star to American flags displayed on Pennsylvania Ave for Flag Day
Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser on Monday ordered 51-star American flags to be displayed along Pennsylvania Avenue ahead of Flag Day.
ON THE HILL: DC Attorney General candidate Brian Schwalb shares what he hopes to accomplish if elected
FOX 5 D.C.'s On The Hill program is hosting candidates running for the District's Attorney General. As part of the series, candidate Brian Schwalb spoke to Tom Fitzgerald Sunday morning to explain why he is running in the race and what he hopes to accomplish if elected.
Two-term Mayor Bowser won't commit to only televised debate
FOX 5 and The Georgetown University Institute of Politics will sponsor the only televised debate in the D.C. Mayoral Democratic Primary on June 1. So ahead of the debate, FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald spoke with the invited candidates about what can be expected.
Councilmember proposes bill to establish abortion, LGBQT sanctuary in District
A D.C. councilmember has introduced legislation to establish a human rights sanctuary in the District.