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.
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.
25 states file lawsuit over student loan caps for nursing and healthcare degrees
A group of 25 states and Washington, D.C. filed a lawsuit against the Department of Education over new graduate student loan limits.
A group of 25 states and Washington, D.C. filed a lawsuit against the Department of Education over new graduate student loan limits.
Spanberger moves to limit federal immigration enforcement on state property
Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed new legislation and an executive order responding to what her administration called increasingly aggressive federal immigration enforcement in Virginia.
Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed new legislation and an executive order responding to what her administration called increasingly aggressive federal immigration enforcement in Virginia.
Bank activity of non-citizens faces heightened review under Trump order
President Donald Trump’s new executive order calls for financial institutions to scan for indicators of people without legal status opening bank accounts or obtaining loans.
President Donald Trump’s new executive order calls for financial institutions to scan for indicators of people without legal status opening bank accounts or obtaining loans.
Buc-ee’s plan wins approval in Stafford County after marathon meeting
After a marathon and often heated meeting that stretched late into the night, the Stafford County Board of Supervisors has approved plans for a massive Buc‑ee’s travel center along I‑95.
After a marathon and often heated meeting that stretched late into the night, the Stafford County Board of Supervisors has approved plans for a massive Buc‑ee’s travel center along I‑95.
CBS News Radio signing off after nearly 100 years
After a century of service, CBS News Radio signs off this weekend, a victim of corporate cost-cutting and changing habits. Jim gets perspective on what it all means from former CBS anchor Bill Rehkopf, plus how new ventures like Worldwide News Network are looking to fill the void.
After a century of service, CBS News Radio signs off this weekend, a victim of corporate cost-cutting and changing habits. Jim gets perspective on what it all means from former CBS anchor Bill Rehkopf, plus how new ventures like Worldwide News Network are looking to fill the void.
Trump scores taxpayer-funded "loyalty fund" in IRS deal
On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, Rep. James Walkinshaw (D-VA) blasts President Trump's nearly $2 billion “anti-weaponization” fund, warning it could steer taxpayer money to Trump allies, Jan. 6 defendants and even Republican members of Congress — while barring the IRS from taking action against Trump, his family, and his private businesses.
On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, Rep. James Walkinshaw (D-VA) blasts President Trump's nearly $2 billion “anti-weaponization” fund, warning it could steer taxpayer money to Trump allies, Jan. 6 defendants and even Republican members of Congress — while barring the IRS from taking action against Trump, his family, and his private businesses.
Rep. Massie Kentucky primary loss is victory for Trump
A loss for a Republican Kentucky congressman in Tuesday night’s primary was a victory for President Trump, after the two have been at odds for years.
A loss for a Republican Kentucky congressman in Tuesday night’s primary was a victory for President Trump, after the two have been at odds for years.
Former Congressman Barney Frank dead at 86
Former Congressman Barney Frank was trailblazer for gay rights and also helped craft the most significant changes to the financial system in a generation.
Former Congressman Barney Frank was trailblazer for gay rights and also helped craft the most significant changes to the financial system in a generation.
Spanberger vetoes cannabis retail market and prescription drug pricing bills
Spanberger vetoed a wide slate of legislation Tuesday including bills that would have created a regulated cannabis retail market in the state and established a prescription drug affordability board.
Spanberger vetoed a wide slate of legislation Tuesday including bills that would have created a regulated cannabis retail market in the state and established a prescription drug affordability board.
House proposal would charge EV owners $130 yearly for road repairs
Electric vehicle owners could soon face a $130 annual federal fee under a proposed bipartisan bill created to shore up funding for road maintenance.
Electric vehicle owners could soon face a $130 annual federal fee under a proposed bipartisan bill created to shore up funding for road maintenance.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Who won the Democratic DC mayoral debate? Experts discuss
Experts weigh in on who they believe won the Democratic primary debate for mayor.
Experts weigh in on who they believe won the Democratic primary debate for mayor.
DEBATE REACTION: Gary Goodweather
Democratic candidate Gary Goodweather reacts to his performance during the DC democratic mayoral debate.
Democratic candidate Gary Goodweather reacts to his performance during the DC democratic mayoral debate.
DC Mayoral Candidates clash over crime, curfews & ICE
The candidates sparred over youth curfews, teen violence, policing, MPD staffing shortages, ICE cooperation, National Guard deployments, and how to handle public safety in Washington, DC.
The candidates sparred over youth curfews, teen violence, policing, MPD staffing shortages, ICE cooperation, National Guard deployments, and how to handle public safety in Washington, DC.
DEBATE REACTION: Janeese Lewis-George
Democratic candidate Janeese Lewis-George reacts to her performance during the DC Democratic mayoral primary debate.
Democratic candidate Janeese Lewis-George reacts to her performance during the DC Democratic mayoral primary debate.
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.
FOX 5 D.C. and Georgetown University are hosting a televised debate tonight ahead of Washington, D.C.’s Democratic mayoral primary election.
DC MAYORAL DEBATE: Education
Candidates describe their plan to improve DC public education, and discuss their initiatives to keep DC kids in school.
Candidates describe their plan to improve DC public education, and discuss their initiatives to keep DC kids in school.