Top DC News: 2025 Government Shutdown, porch pirates, Gen Z slang
FOX 5's Syeda Abbas walks through the top news for September 30, as a government shutdown looms and residents in Southwest D.C. deal with package thefts.
Winter skin analyzer
Joining Fox 5 DC today from DermaCare Wellness & Aesthetics are Dr. Rhoda Ndamukong and Jasmine Cobbs, here to show us how their facial analyzer works and how it can give you personalized recommendations for healthier, glowing skin all season long.
Taste of NoVa: Tiki Thai Cocktail Demo
Jeremy Ross and Rasan Murtza joined LION Lunch Hour for a cocktail demo ahead of the Taste of NoVa festival.
Taste of NoVa: Cooking with Chef Bryan Yealy
The Black Sheep Restaurant's Director of Culinary Operations Bryan Yealy and Taste of NoVa Event Manager Rasan Mutza joined the Good Day Cafe with a preview of what you can expect from the Taste of NoVa festival.
Adoptable Kittens at AWLA
We?ve got some cuteness overload this morning! The Animal Welfare League of Arlington is here with some adorable AND adoptable kittens. Lauren Lipsey | CEO of AWLA came on Fox 5 DC today to talk about how you can help the shelter out.
American Idol 23 Finalist Gabby Samone
Singer Gabby Samone joined Good Day DC for a cover of Nina Samone's "Four Women."
Active gaming takes over Sterling at Activate
Activate is the world?s first active gaming facility with more than 50 locations across North America, the UK, France and Dubai -- and the first one just opened up in Virginia. Annie Mae got a first look today.
Inside Activate: Sterling's new gaming experience
Activate is the world?s first active gaming facility with more than 50 locations across North America, the UK, France and Dubai -- and the first one just opened up in Virginia. Annie Mae got a first look today.
First Look: Activate opens in Northern Virginia
Activate is the world?s first active gaming facility with more than 50 locations across North America, the UK, France and Dubai -- and the first one just opened up in Virginia. Annie Mae got a first look today.
LION: September 29th, 2025
FOX 5's Like It Or Not goes beyond the headlines and provides edgy, controversial commentary on a wide range of news of the day topics and issues.
Jesse McCartney talks new music, tour and more!
Singer Jesse McCartney opens up about his latest music, upcoming tour, and what fans can expect next!
Tom Sandoval and the Most Extras on tour, PLUS his reality TV journey
Vanderpump Rules star Tom Sandoval talked music and his ongoing tour LIVE on FOX 5 DC.
Countdown to a possible government shutdown
Tom Fitzgerald chats with Rep. Glenn Ivey to discuss what a possible government shutdown could mean.
What's next for the RFK Stadium site in DC?
Tom Fitzgerald sits down with Ward 2 DC Councilmember Brooke Pinto to discuss the latest with RFK stadium and crime in the city.
Charlie Kirk Memorial
Tom Fitzgerald chats with Marko Sukovic, a colleague and friend of Charlie Kirk, to discuss Charlie Kirk's life.
What could a potential government shutdown mean for the public?
Tom Fitzgerald sits down with Nicolee Embrose, a Maryland GOP committeewoman, to discuss the potential government shutdown.
The relationship between President Trump and Ukraine President Zelenskyy
Tom Fitzgerald chats with Michael O'Hanlon, a senior fellow at Brookings, to discuss the relationship between President Trump and Ukraine President Zelenskyy.
James Comey Indicted
Tom Fitzgerald chats with Tim Belevetz, a former federal prosecutor, to discuss the indictment of James Comey.
Plane From Dulles Overruns Runaway in Roanoke
Plane From Dulles Overruns Runaway in Roanoke
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