FCC commissioner backs frustrated American sports fans as leagues pivot to streaming services
FCC officials are backing Americans' frustrations with sports streaming, identifying that the "public interest is no longer being served."
FCC officials are backing Americans' frustrations with sports streaming, identifying that the "public interest is no longer being served."
2026 NFL Draft: Here’s how to watch
The top college football prospects take center stage as NFL teams make their selections to find their next franchise player in this year’s draft.
The top college football prospects take center stage as NFL teams make their selections to find their next franchise player in this year’s draft.
Elizabeth Smart wins top honors at Utah bodybuilding show: ‘I refuse to be ashamed’
Elizabeth Smart is redefining her legacy. After taking home top honors at the Wasatch Warrior bodybuilding competition in Salt Lake City, Smart opened up about her decision to stop hiding her fitness journey.
Elizabeth Smart is redefining her legacy. After taking home top honors at the Wasatch Warrior bodybuilding competition in Salt Lake City, Smart opened up about her decision to stop hiding her fitness journey.
NCAA settlement chaos: New legal move could trigger massive increase in NIL spending
The House v. NCAA settlement faces a major wrinkle as plaintiffs seek to exempt multimedia partners from revenue-sharing caps in college athletics.
The House v. NCAA settlement faces a major wrinkle as plaintiffs seek to exempt multimedia partners from revenue-sharing caps in college athletics.
Is Nationals Park one of the best MLB stadiums? 2026 rankings revealed
Nationals Park came in 15th place out of 30 in USA Today's Major League Baseball stadium rankings for 2026.
Nationals Park came in 15th place out of 30 in USA Today's Major League Baseball stadium rankings for 2026.
FIFA World Cup 2026 'Last-Minute Sales Phase' begins April 22 with tickets for all 104 matches
A new batch of FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets is set to drop April 22 as part of the final sales phase, with fans expected to face high demand.
A new batch of FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets is set to drop April 22 as part of the final sales phase, with fans expected to face high demand.
Churchill Downs moves to buy Preakness brand in major shakeup for horse racing
Churchill Downs is moving to acquire the Preakness Stakes brand, marking a major shift in control of one of horse racing’s biggest events.
Churchill Downs is moving to acquire the Preakness Stakes brand, marking a major shift in control of one of horse racing’s biggest events.
A New Jersey-born coach just became the first American to guide a team to a major European trophy
A coach with New Jersey roots did something no American had done before, winning a major European trophy on one of soccer’s biggest stages.
A coach with New Jersey roots did something no American had done before, winning a major European trophy on one of soccer’s biggest stages.
Americans get mocked for saying 'soccer.' But England is the one that made the word.
Americans get mocked for calling it “soccer," but the word was... invented in England. Here’s how the name stuck in the U.S. and disappeared overseas.
Americans get mocked for calling it “soccer," but the word was... invented in England. Here’s how the name stuck in the U.S. and disappeared overseas.
Victor Wembanyama named 2026 NBA Defensive Player of the Year in first unanimous vote
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama made NBA history on Monday as the first player to be unanimously named Defensive Player of the Year, becoming the youngest winner of the award at 22 years old.
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama made NBA history on Monday as the first player to be unanimously named Defensive Player of the Year, becoming the youngest winner of the award at 22 years old.
Parachutist carrying US flag slams into stadium scoreboard
A parachutist who was carrying the U.S. flag as part of a three-person skydiving team crashed into the scoreboard at Virginia Tech’s 2026 spring football game Saturday.
A parachutist who was carrying the U.S. flag as part of a three-person skydiving team crashed into the scoreboard at Virginia Tech’s 2026 spring football game Saturday.
Live from Nats Park: Nationals Take on Giants
The Nationals look to build on their early-season momentum and reach .500 as they take on the Giants, with fans packing Nats Park for the first of 10 games airing on FOX 5.
The Nationals look to build on their early-season momentum and reach .500 as they take on the Giants, with fans packing Nats Park for the first of 10 games airing on FOX 5.
Nationals, FOX 5 partnership debuts Friday as team honors the military
It’s a big night at Nationals Park, where the Washington Nationals will honor the military during Friday’s game against the San Francisco Giants. The game will feature pregame ceremonies and patriotic uniforms to recognize service members and their families.
It’s a big night at Nationals Park, where the Washington Nationals will honor the military during Friday’s game against the San Francisco Giants. The game will feature pregame ceremonies and patriotic uniforms to recognize service members and their families.
Nationals vs Giants tonight at 6:45 p.m. on FOX 5
Don't miss the Washington Nationals play the San Francisco Giants on Friday night at 6:45 p.m., live on FOX 5 DC! We'll be getting hype before the game on FOX 5 DC, FOX LOCAL and fox5dc.com from 6:00 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. Don't miss any of the action!
Don't miss the Washington Nationals play the San Francisco Giants on Friday night at 6:45 p.m., live on FOX 5 DC! We'll be getting hype before the game on FOX 5 DC, FOX LOCAL and fox5dc.com from 6:00 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. Don't miss any of the action!
World Cup 2026 Shockers: No Tailgating, U.S. Soccer Shakeup & Ticket Price Controversy!
From a surprising tailgating ban to major leadership changes within U.S. Soccer, the road to the 2026 World Cup is already full of drama. We also explore a Texas shop bringing English football culture stateside and the growing backlash over rising ticket prices.
From a surprising tailgating ban to major leadership changes within U.S. Soccer, the road to the 2026 World Cup is already full of drama. We also explore a Texas shop bringing English football culture stateside and the growing backlash over rising ticket prices.
Angels legend Garret Anderson dies at 53
Los Angeles Angels Hall of Famer and 2002 World Series champion Garret Anderson has passed away, the team announced Friday.
Los Angeles Angels Hall of Famer and 2002 World Series champion Garret Anderson has passed away, the team announced Friday.
Confusion grows over reports of pregame tailgating ban at 2026 World Cup U.S. stadiums
Mixed messages from FIFA and host cities are creating confusion about whether tailgating will be allowed at World Cup games.
Mixed messages from FIFA and host cities are creating confusion about whether tailgating will be allowed at World Cup games.
Washington Commanders unveil new 2026 uniforms, debut ‘Hail Raiser’ alternate
The Washington Commanders on Wednesday unveiled their new 2026 uniforms, a look that blends elements of the franchise’s past with a more modern design.
The Washington Commanders on Wednesday unveiled their new 2026 uniforms, a look that blends elements of the franchise’s past with a more modern design.
WNBA Draft: Big night for women's basketball in the DMV
It was a historic night for DMV basketball as two women from the region were drafted within the top six picks of the 2026 WNBA Draft. The Washington Mystics added more talent to their roster as well, with three first-round picks. FOX 5’s Chad Ricardo joins us from the Mystics' home court with the story.
It was a historic night for DMV basketball as two women from the region were drafted within the top six picks of the 2026 WNBA Draft. The Washington Mystics added more talent to their roster as well, with three first-round picks. FOX 5’s Chad Ricardo joins us from the Mystics' home court with the story.
Dianna Russini resigns from The Athletic after photos released of her with Patriots' Mike Vrabel
NFL reporter Dianna Russini has resigned from her role at The Athletic after a series of photos of her and Patriots coach Mike Vrabel prompted an internal investigation.
NFL reporter Dianna Russini has resigned from her role at The Athletic after a series of photos of her and Patriots coach Mike Vrabel prompted an internal investigation.