Holiday Shopping on a Budget? CEO Shares Smart Tips

The holidays are right around the corner ? and while it?s the most wonderful time of the year, it can also be one of the most expensive. Joining us with smart ways to stretch your dollar this season is Carrie Joy Grimes, Founder and CEO of WorkMoney.

From Rescue to Star: Meet Cilantro the Guinea Pig

Meet Cilantro, the four-year-old guinea pig who went from homeless to Hollywood! Once a rescue at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, this fluffy little star now has thousands of fans online ? and he?s using his fame to help other small animals find their forever homes.

?Girl Dinner? with Lobby Bar

It?s the viral trend that?s gone from TikTok to the table ? girl dinner meets adult happy meal! Capitol Hill?s Lobby Bar is serving up both with a playful twist ? and they?re here to show us how it?s done.

Paramount Pictures? new release ROOFMAN

Director and Co-writer Derek Cianfrance came to Fox 5 DC today with his latest project, ROOFMAN. Inspired by the unbelievable true story of a man who secretly lived inside a Toys ?R? Us following a series of rooftop robberies, the film dives deep into one of the strangest heists in American history.

Amapiano DMV Set to Take Over the Bull Pen In DC

Amapiano DMV is a cultural collective bringing the energy, rhythm, and community of South African Amapiano music to Washington, D.C. Representing the team are Bernice Jere, founder and creative director; DJ Mobu and Aaron Fleming, resident DJs and dancers; Zakeeya Birchette, lead host; and Jasmine Smith, resident host. Amapiano Sunday is more than a party ? it?s a celebration of community, dance, and culture. As part of this finale, and in the spirit of gathering, the team is taking over the iconic Bullpen venue for the first time.

Pay It Forward: Helping cancer survivors heal through community

In this week?s Pay It Forward, sponsored by Easterns Automotive Group, FOX 5 is honoring a woman who turned her personal battle with breast cancer into a mission of compassion. After beating breast cancer not once, but twice, Elaine Charlene Robinson founded the ECR Powherful Hearts of Kindness Foundation. Her nonprofit supports others facing cancer through education, nutritious meals, and acts of kindness. Elaine joined FOX 5 on Wednesday, alongside her daughter, Destini, to share how their journey continues to inspire hope and healing across the community.

National Taco Day with Taco Bamba

It?s National Taco Day, and we?re celebrating with Taco Bamba! Joining us live is Chef Victor Albisu from Taco Bamba to talk about the restaurant?s annual ?Bambathon? event, supporting World Central Kitchen.

Managing the chaos of upcoming holiday travel

Holiday travel chaos is almost here. Frequent flyer and best-selling author Brandon Blewett is with us to share the habits of annoying travelers ? and his best tips to survive the holiday rush.

'Wicked' Corn Maze Takes Guests on a Trip Through Oz

This fall, something magical is growing in Anne Arundel County. Local farmers in Gambrills, Maryland have planted over 8 acres of corn, and a Wicked adventure awaits. In collaboration with The MAiZE Company?the world?s leading corn maze designer with over 4,000 creations?The MD Corn Maze invites you to journey through an intricately crafted maze inspired by the Land of Oz.