Local nonprofit giving back to women and girls
Women Giving Back is a nonprofit organization that serves women and children in crisis. They work to increase self-confidence and enable those they serve to improve their lives and achieve independence in more ways than one. Gwen Tolbart has the story. Visit their website for more info: https://womengivingback.org/
Women Giving Back is a nonprofit organization that serves women and children in crisis. They work to increase self-confidence and enable those they serve to improve their lives and achieve independence in more ways than one. Gwen Tolbart has the story. Visit their website for more info: https://womengivingback.org/
D.C. gets a failing grade at tree protection
We talk with Kelly Collins Choi of Casey Trees about the failing grade DC has received on tree protection.
We talk with Kelly Collins Choi of Casey Trees about the failing grade DC has received on tree protection.
What To Watch This (Rainy and Miserable) Weekend
It's not going to be a great weekend weather-wise (well, perhaps Saturday will be alright) but, it's a good weekend to stay inside and watch some movies and shows on TV. Kevin McCarthy talks to the stars of Citadel (Priyanka Chopra) and Fatal Attraction (Joshua Jackson and Lizzy Caplan)
It's not going to be a great weekend weather-wise (well, perhaps Saturday will be alright) but, it's a good weekend to stay inside and watch some movies and shows on TV. Kevin McCarthy talks to the stars of Citadel (Priyanka Chopra) and Fatal Attraction (Joshua Jackson and Lizzy Caplan)
Joe Clair co-hosts the Returning Citizens Summit in Prince Georges County
Marina and Kevin talk with BJ Paige about the Prince Georges County summit to help citizens transition home after incarceration.
Marina and Kevin talk with BJ Paige about the Prince Georges County summit to help citizens transition home after incarceration.
Schools ditching homework for "equitable grading"
More schools are ditching homework for a new method of "equitable grading." The DMV Zone took to the streets to see how people feel about this idea.
More schools are ditching homework for a new method of "equitable grading." The DMV Zone took to the streets to see how people feel about this idea.
How voters view female lieutenant governors
Executive Director of the Barbara Lee Family Foundation Amanda Hunter joins the DMV Zone to share details on their efforts to increase women's representation in politics.
Executive Director of the Barbara Lee Family Foundation Amanda Hunter joins the DMV Zone to share details on their efforts to increase women's representation in politics.
Bill would establish national minimum age for social media use
Senators will soon introduce legislation to set a minimum age for children to use social media, according to a report. Politico reporter Rebecca Kern joins the DMV Zone to explain more.
Senators will soon introduce legislation to set a minimum age for children to use social media, according to a report. Politico reporter Rebecca Kern joins the DMV Zone to explain more.
Congestion charge could be added to rideshare trips in DC
DCist reporter Martin Austermuhle joins the DMV Zone to share details on a possible plan to add an additional charge for rideshare riders during busier driving times in the District.
DCist reporter Martin Austermuhle joins the DMV Zone to share details on a possible plan to add an additional charge for rideshare riders during busier driving times in the District.
MCPS experiencing rise in antisemitism, racist acts in schools
Montgomery County Public Schools teacher Adam Zimmerman joins the DMV Zone to share his experience with a rise in racially motivated acts of hate at schools in the county.
Montgomery County Public Schools teacher Adam Zimmerman joins the DMV Zone to share his experience with a rise in racially motivated acts of hate at schools in the county.
Restaurants bracing for tipped wage hike in DC
Restaurants in DC are bracing for the tip credit elimination. Initiative 82 goes into effect on May 1 and now a new study is analyzing the impact. Rebekah Paxton with the Employment Policies Institute joins the DMV Zone to share the results.
Restaurants in DC are bracing for the tip credit elimination. Initiative 82 goes into effect on May 1 and now a new study is analyzing the impact. Rebekah Paxton with the Employment Policies Institute joins the DMV Zone to share the results.
Hospitals turning to apps for help with nursing shortage
It is estimated that more than 100,000 nurses have left the medical field during the pandemic. Hospitals are now relying on apps to fill the staffing gap. ShiftKey Executive Vice President Brandon Tappan joins the DMV Zone to explain how it works.
It is estimated that more than 100,000 nurses have left the medical field during the pandemic. Hospitals are now relying on apps to fill the staffing gap. ShiftKey Executive Vice President Brandon Tappan joins the DMV Zone to explain how it works.
Hundreds of vacant jobs in Montgomery County government
There are roughly 1,500 open jobs in the Montgomery County government. County Council President Evan Glass joins the DMV Zone to explain more.
There are roughly 1,500 open jobs in the Montgomery County government. County Council President Evan Glass joins the DMV Zone to explain more.
DC Mayor Bowser discusses juvenile crime concerns
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser spoke exclusively to FOX 5 on Wednesday responding to comments made by the DC Attorney General about juveniles being charged as adults.
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser spoke exclusively to FOX 5 on Wednesday responding to comments made by the DC Attorney General about juveniles being charged as adults.
Understanding chronic wasting disease
Wildlife experts in Virginia are investigating the spread of "zombie deer disease." Dr. Brett Jesmer from Virginia Tech joins the DMV Zone to share more about what this disease is and how it is affecting deer populations in our area.
Wildlife experts in Virginia are investigating the spread of "zombie deer disease." Dr. Brett Jesmer from Virginia Tech joins the DMV Zone to share more about what this disease is and how it is affecting deer populations in our area.
Controversy over stop sign cameras in DC
Are stop sign cameras a good thing for the District? The DMV Zone crew sounds off and asks the people of the DMV what they think.
Are stop sign cameras a good thing for the District? The DMV Zone crew sounds off and asks the people of the DMV what they think.
Unclaimed property cash-outs rising
The existence of unclaimed property websites is nothing new but a recent TikTok trend telling people how to claim their share of millions is likely leading to Virginia's Treasury paying out more claims than ever before. FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald explains.
The existence of unclaimed property websites is nothing new but a recent TikTok trend telling people how to claim their share of millions is likely leading to Virginia's Treasury paying out more claims than ever before. FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald explains.
President Biden announces re-election campaign
Max Cohen of Punchbowl News joins the DMV Zone to talk through the details of President Biden announcing his re-election campaign.
Max Cohen of Punchbowl News joins the DMV Zone to talk through the details of President Biden announcing his re-election campaign.
New bill could turn vacant homes into stores
Legislation was unveiled in D.C. on Tuesday aimed at preserving the District's affordable housing structure and beefing up business. DCist reporter Morgan Baskin joins the DMV Zone to explain more.
Legislation was unveiled in D.C. on Tuesday aimed at preserving the District's affordable housing structure and beefing up business. DCist reporter Morgan Baskin joins the DMV Zone to explain more.
Data center debate continues in Prince William County
Prince William County is split over a proposed data center. Some are concerned about the impact it could have on local historic sites while others stress the economic development it can bring. Vice Chair of the HOA Roundtable of Northern Virginia Kathy Kulick joins the DMV Zone to break down her position.
Prince William County is split over a proposed data center. Some are concerned about the impact it could have on local historic sites while others stress the economic development it can bring. Vice Chair of the HOA Roundtable of Northern Virginia Kathy Kulick joins the DMV Zone to break down her position.
Plan to transform the old Lakeforest Mall
Alex Tsironis from "The MoCo Show" joins #DMVZone to talk about what's next for the old Lakeforest Mall location.
Alex Tsironis from "The MoCo Show" joins #DMVZone to talk about what's next for the old Lakeforest Mall location.