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Amazon Web Services outage disrupts global platforms, apps
A major Amazon Web Services (AWS) outage early Monday disrupted major platforms including Snapchat, Roblox, Robinhood, and Coinbase.
Author Valerie Greenberg on new book to help build confidence and connection
Author and lifestyle expert Valerie Greenberg talks about her book, " You've been Val-idated: A Playbook for Confidence and Connection."
Former NFL star Doug Martin dies while in California police custody
Former NFL star running back Doug Martin has died. He was 36.
On The Hill: October 19, 2025
On The Hill, a politics show featuring FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald, is a staple of Sunday morning political talk.
Federal workers, air travel still impacted by shutdown
Rep. Sarah Elfreth (D-MD) joins FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald to discuss the continuing impacts of the government shutdown on federal employees.
The Good Word: Edwina Findley
Actress and Author Edwina Findley joins us on The Good Word series this week! Edwina is a Duke Ellington School of the Performing Arts graduate and got her start on BET's Teen Summit and The Wire before going on to act in hit shows including The Residence based in Washington, DC, Fear of The Walking Dead and movies. She most recently wrote her newest book THE WORLD IS WAITING FOR YOU! She discussed the book with Oprah and shares with FOX 5’s Tisha Lewis how her faith fueled and manifested her dreams. Edwina will receive the President’s Award at the 24th Annual Power of A Dream Gala at the Duke Ellington School of The Performing Arts. She will receive the award for her creative excellence and faith-driven mission to inspire purpose and personal growth worldwide.
Government shutdown enters fourth week
FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald speaks with Rep. Sarah Elfreth (D-MD) on negotiations on Capitol Hill to end the government shutdown.
Dozens of journalists walk out of Pentagon amid new media rules
FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald speaks with Retired U.S. Army Major Mike Lyons after dozens of journalists from major media outlets exited the Pentagon Wednesday after refusing to adhere to new reporting rules under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Virginia AG debate: Jay Jones apologizes for violent texts
Tom Fitzgerald discusses the Virginia Attorney General debate with Greg Schneider, who covers Virginia for the Washington Post.
Portia Bruner talks career, life challenges and advice to youth
On this week’s “Motivation with Marissa,” Portia takes center stage! Portia Bruner is an accomplished journalist, a Howard University alum and a former FOX 5 DC intern. She’s the host of the nationally-distributed lifestyle show, ‘Portia,’ which brings a daily dose of positivity and empowerment. And now Portia is chatting with her former colleague and intern, Marissa Mitchell, about her career, life challenges and advice to youth. Their conversation streams this Saturday at 10 a.m. on FOX Local and FOX 5’s YouTube page. ‘Portia’ airs weekdays on FOX stations in Atlanta and San Francisco, weeknights on FOX Soul and at 12:30 a.m. in Washington, D.C.
LION Lunch Hour: October 17, 2025
LION Lunch Hour has everything: hot topics, celebrities. cooking, and so much more.
Toddler of the Year
3-Year-Old Dominik ?Domi? from Maryland was named Toddler of the Year in the national competition powered by Colossal.
Newsbash preview
Fox 5 DC heard from guests to preview this year's Newsbash event.
Finance Friday: Planning for Retirement
Jeff Smith, financial planner and founder of The Retirement Smith, joined Fox 5 DC.
Talk of the Town: Fairfax County
Kathy Smith, Sully District Supervisor, joined Fox 5 DC.
Preparing for the game at Archbishop Carroll High School
Fox 5 DC visited the school for Show Us Your Spirit.
Archbishop Carroll student athletes
Fox 5 DC visited the high school on Friday.
Show Us Your Spirit: Archbishop Carroll High School
Stephen Graddick visited the high school for Fox 5's series.
All Things Oysters: Fish & Fire Food Group’s “Shuck It!” Festival
Oysters aren’t just a summer staple — they’re a key part of keeping the Chesapeake Bay clean! The team from Fish & Fire Food Group is here to talk about their annual Shuck It! Festival, celebrating all things oysters with food, drinks, and live music — all for a good cause.