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.

Republican Liz Cheney endorses Democrat Abigail Spanberger in Virginia 7th District race

Republican Rep. Liz Cheney crossed the political aisle again this election year and endorsed a Democratic colleague in a competitive House race, backing former CIA officer Abigail Spanberger on Saturday as she seeks a third term in a newly redrawn district in northern Virginia.

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin talks possible presidential run with FOX 5

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin is hitting the campaign trail for Republican candidates with Election Day less than a week away. He's been traveling across the country, leading to speculation that he might be warming up for a presidential run.

Spanberger, Vega in tight race for Virginia’s 7th District

The contest that could help determine party control of the House is among the country’s most expensive and competitive, with each campaign asserting it has the momentum heading into Election Day.

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. 

Virginia 2022 tax stimulus check deadline Tuesday

Eligible Virginians can get up to $250 individually - and $500 if filing jointly - in 2022 state stimulus funds. But you have to act fast.

IT issue slows some Virginia voting-related transactions

A previously identified computer problem has prompted the Virginia Department of Elections to send another 149,000 voting-related transactions to local registrars to process.

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.

Incorrect voter notices sent out in Virginia towns, officials say

Election officials in Virginia are working to fix an issue where voter notices with incorrect information were sent out 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. 

Spanberger, Vega congressional debate canceled

Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger pulled out of her debate Friday night with Republican opponent Yesli Vega, citing security concerns, poor planning and disagreements over proposed moderators. 

Virginia’s Luria, Kiggans clash in 2nd District debate

Democratic U.S. Rep. Elaine Luria and her GOP challenger, Jen Kiggans, tangled over federal spending, the economy and abortion restrictions during a combative debate Wednesday.

Virginia 2022 Election Guide: Where to vote and how to register

The midterms are coming up, and Virginians can cast their ballots for a combination of candidates for U.S. Congress, as well as local races for county, city and town-level candidates. 

Pivotal race for Virginia's 7th Congressional district heats up

There are 40 days until Election Day, and one of the most important Congressional races in the 2022 midterms is happening in Virginia.  We’re talking about the 7th Congressional District.

Arlington County to consider ranked choice voting method for 2023 election

One Northern Virginia county is considering a ranked choice voting method to count ballots for its Board of Supervisors election in 2023.

Virginia Attorney General creating team to crack down on election law violations

Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares is putting together a new team to crack down on any election law violations in the Commonwealth, saying he wants to ensure Virginia's "legality and purity in elections."