Government Shutdown: #ShutdownTherapy brings hope to local residents
The impact of the government shutdown is being felt beyond federal buildings as it enters day 26. Local therapist Dr. Maliek Blade joins FOX 5 to share how he's bringing free mental health support to the community.
78% of Americans say Congress should extend health care subsidies: poll
The government shutdown battle continues over health care subsidies that are set to expire at the end of the year. Phil Galewitz, senior correspondent at KFF Health News, joins FOX 5 to discuss.
DC suing federal government to have National Guard leave the city
The Office of the Attorney General in D.C. is suing the federal government, saying that the deployment of the National Guard on the streets of D.C. is unlawful, and that it's causing irreparable harm in the city.
DC delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton scammed out of more than $4K, Fox News reports
D.C. Delegate to Congress Eleanor Holmes Norton was scammed out of more than $4,000, according to a report from FOX News.
GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN LATEST: Senate adjourns for weekend
The government shutdown will continue through at least the weekend as Senate adjourns Friday.
Former quarterback AJ McCarron announces run for Alabama lieutenant governor
The former Alabama Crimson Tide and NFL quarterback announced his candidacy in a video post referring to himself as a “political outsider."
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: No deal on pay, airports brace for travel disruptions on day 24
Friday marks day 24 of the government shutdown that is quickly approaching a full month.
WATCH: Shutdown day 24 remarks from Democratic Leader Jeffries
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks on day 24 of the government shutdown Friday morning.
Senate rejects both GOP, Democrat bills that would pay some federal workers amid shutdown
The Senate voted down two different bills on Thursday that would help pay federal workers -- one backed by the GOP and one backed by the Democrats.
Virginia Democrats could redraw state's congressional maps
Just weeks before Virginia elects a new governor, there’s a surprise move that could upend the state’s congressional makeup.
Governor's race brings renewed focus to future of retail marijuana sales in VA
The future of retail marijuana sales in Virginia is getting increased attention as the state's gubernatorial election between Abigail Spanberger and Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears draws closer by the day.
WATCH: Shutdown day 23 remarks from House Minority Leader Jeffries
House Minority Leader Jeffries remarks on day 23 of government shutdown, marking the second-longest funding lapse in history.
PHOTOS: White House East Wing before the demolition
The East Wing, long used as the White House’s social entrance and home to the first lady’s staff, is being torn down as construction begins on President Donald Trump’s $250 million ballroom. Here’s a look at the historic wing before demolition began.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Stalemate hits 23rd day, now second-longest in US history
The government shutdown stretched into its 23rd day Thursday, becoming the second-longest in U.S. history, after Senate Democrats blocked a 12th Republican attempt to reopen the government Wednesday afternoon.
White House East Wing demolition expected to be complete by weekend
The East Wing of the White House is expected to be fully demolished by this weekend, FOX 5 has learned, as President Trump continues his plan to build a new ballroom on the property.
FULL: Shutdown day 23 remarks from Speaker Johnson, GOP leaders
GOP leaders remark on day 23 of government shutdown.
Government Shutdown Day 23: Another Senate vote fails after being delayed by filibuster
The Senate voted once again to reopen the government on Wednesday.
New poll shows how Americans feel about Congress, Trump during government shutdown
A new Gallup poll shows how Americans feel about Congress as the government shutdown enters its third week.
Early voting surges in Virginia ahead of Election Day
We are just two weeks out from Election Day in Virginia and a new university poll says voters are paying attention to these statewide races, especially the showdown for the state’s next governor.
Americans want a third party but won't support it, poll suggests
A new poll finds that many people feel unsure of supporting a candidate from a third party in part because of the implications of voting for one in an election.



















