Kennedy Center begins scrubbing Trump’s name following federal court ruling

The Kennedy Center has started the process of stripping President Donald Trump’s name from its branding following a major defeat in federal court, according to a report from The Associated Press.

New poll shows tight race in DC mayoral primary with Lewis George leading McDuffie

A new poll measuring the 2026 Democratic mayoral primary in the District shows a competitive race taking shape, with no candidate approaching a majority and a large share of voters still undecided.

DC Democratic mayoral debate highlights key issues

The race for D.C. mayor took center stage Monday night at Georgetown University as candidates squared off in a high‑stakes debate hosted by FOX 5 and Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy.

Who won the DC mayoral debate? Analysts weigh in

Councilwoman Janeese Lewis-George, former councilman Kenyan McDuffie, and Gary Goodweather took the stage at Georgetown University Monday night to debate their plans for public safety, affordability, and education. 

Fact check: Donation and voting record claims surface at DC mayoral debate

A Monday night D.C. mayoral debate at Georgetown University featured Janeese Lewis-George, Kenyan McDuffie and Gary Goodweather, with clashes over public safety votes and campaign donations.

WATCH: DC Democratic mayoral debate

FOX 5 D.C. and Georgetown University are hosting a televised debate tonight ahead of Washington, D.C.’s Democratic mayoral primary election.

DC Democratic mayoral debate: Time, candidates, how to watch and more

FOX 5 DC and Georgetown University are hosting a televised debate Monday night ahead of Washington, D.C.’s Democratic mayoral primary election. Here's everything you need to know.

DC begins mailing primary ballots ahead of first ranked choice election

The D.C. Board of Elections began mailing ballots Monday for the District’s mayoral primary, the first election in city history to use ranked choice voting.

DC Council passes permanent youth curfew after final vote

The D.C. Council has approved a permanent youth curfew, marking the final step in passing the Juvenile Curfew Amendment Act of 2025 after a closely divided vote Tuesday.

WMATA to vote on budget plan that includes Red Line automation

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s board is expected to vote Thursday on a $913 million budget plan that includes a proposal to fully automate Metro’s Red Line, the system’s oldest and busiest rail line.

TMZ DC launches in nation's capital

TMZ, the tabloid website known for celebrity breaking news and interviews, is expanding into Washington, D.C., with a new team assigned to track lawmakers and political figures.

DC mayoral candidates participate in public forum

The candidates running to be D.C.'s next mayor are participating in a public forum Monday night. 

Here's who is running in DC's mayoral primary on June 16

D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser announced that she will not be running for reelection after over a decade in office, and the candidates for the mayoral primary election in June are pouring in. 

Top candidates trade personal blows in race for DC Delegate

D.C. Councilmember Robert White is calling for fellow Councilmember Brooke Pinto to suspend her campaign for D.C. Delegate, over a document her campaign posted which included things like White's address and information about his family. Pinto has accused White of repeatedly attacking her family.

When is the deadline to register for the DC primary?

Voters in Washington, D.C., who want to take part in the District’s 2026 primary must register by Tuesday, May 26.

Supreme Court justices raise questions in Trump birthright citizenship case

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday in a landmark case challenging the scope of birthright citizenship, with early indications suggesting a number of justices may be skeptical of the Trump administration’s position.

DC Council delays vote on teen curfew extension after Navy Yard incidents

The D.C. Council tabled emergency legislation to extend the city’s teen curfew, opting to revisit the issue after the current law expires next month, officials said Tuesday.

Supreme Court to hear oral arguments April 1 on Trump birthright order

The Supreme Court hears Trump v. Barbara Wednesday, a challenge to Trump’s order limiting birthright citizenship, which could affect immigration policy and millions of U.S.-born children.