George Mason University under investigation by DOJ over DEI
The Justice Department has opened an investigation into George Mason University to determine whether the school gives preferential treatment of certain races and sexes in the hiring process, the latest in a long list of schools to face pressure from the federal government over DEI policies.
The Justice Department has opened an investigation into George Mason University to determine whether the school gives preferential treatment of certain races and sexes in the hiring process, the latest in a long list of schools to face pressure from the federal government over DEI policies.
As Fairfax County's unemployment rate rises, debate grows over who’s to blame
Fairfax County is seeing an alarming rise in unemployment – and local Democrats and state Republicans are pointing figures as to who is to blame.
Fairfax County is seeing an alarming rise in unemployment – and local Democrats and state Republicans are pointing figures as to who is to blame.
Dulles International Airport marks major milestone in concourse expansion
One of our area's largest airports is getting a facelift, and FOX 5 took part in a special event marking a major symbolic moment in the very important Dulles International Airport expansion project.
One of our area's largest airports is getting a facelift, and FOX 5 took part in a special event marking a major symbolic moment in the very important Dulles International Airport expansion project.
FOX 5 celebrates Zip Trip in Silver Spring!
The FOX 5 team is celebrating this week’s Zip Trip in Silver Spring -- a vibrant community just outside Washington, D.C., known for its family-friendly mix of shopping, dining and entertainment!
The FOX 5 team is celebrating this week’s Zip Trip in Silver Spring -- a vibrant community just outside Washington, D.C., known for its family-friendly mix of shopping, dining and entertainment!
2 minors shot in Prince William County, suspect remains at large
Two minors were left suffering gunshot wounds following a shooting in Prince William County, Virginia.
Two minors were left suffering gunshot wounds following a shooting in Prince William County, Virginia.
Arlington considers lower speed limits on major roads
Arlington County leaders are weighing a proposal to reduce speed limits on five major roads.
Arlington County leaders are weighing a proposal to reduce speed limits on five major roads.
DC to enforce youth curfew zone Friday in U Street corridor
D.C. is implementing a juvenile curfew zone this weekend in the U Street corridor to curb crime in the area.
D.C. is implementing a juvenile curfew zone this weekend in the U Street corridor to curb crime in the area.
Police identify woman hit, killed by USPS mail truck in Montgomery County
Montgomery County Police have released the identity of the woman hit and killed by a postal service van on Wednesday. Her name, according to police, is Mairi Morrison and she was 64 years old.
Montgomery County Police have released the identity of the woman hit and killed by a postal service van on Wednesday. Her name, according to police, is Mairi Morrison and she was 64 years old.
Man allegedly armed with crossbow shot, killed by police at Potomac Mills outlet mall
A man who police say went running toward Potomac Mills outlet mall armed with a crossbow was shot and killed by officers Thursday.
A man who police say went running toward Potomac Mills outlet mall armed with a crossbow was shot and killed by officers Thursday.
Maryland man charged with making threats against Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene
A Maryland man is now facing federal charges after he allegedly made multiple threats toward Georgia Republican Rep.
A Maryland man is now facing federal charges after he allegedly made multiple threats toward Georgia Republican Rep.
Commercial airline to start flights at Manassas regional airport, memo indicates
Manassas Regional Airport could be one step closer to allowing commercial flights. It's the largest general aviation airport in Virginia, allowing people to fly their own planes.
Manassas Regional Airport could be one step closer to allowing commercial flights. It's the largest general aviation airport in Virginia, allowing people to fly their own planes.
Lawmakers introduce bill to prevent heat deaths among student athletes
A new bill introduced in Congress this week honors the life of 19-year-old Jordan McNair, a University of Maryland football player who collapsed from heatstroke during practice in 2018.
A new bill introduced in Congress this week honors the life of 19-year-old Jordan McNair, a University of Maryland football player who collapsed from heatstroke during practice in 2018.
Police search for man accused of exposing himself inside Virginia Target
Authorities in Fairfax County are searching for a man who allegedly exposed himself to shoppers at a Target in northern Virginia.
Authorities in Fairfax County are searching for a man who allegedly exposed himself to shoppers at a Target in northern Virginia.
Montgomery County to review overhaul of grading policies
A major shift is coming to how Montgomery County students are graded, as the County Council’s Education Committee meets on Thursday to review new policies affecting retakes, late work, and final grade calculations.
A major shift is coming to how Montgomery County students are graded, as the County Council’s Education Committee meets on Thursday to review new policies affecting retakes, late work, and final grade calculations.
AI may be contributing to increase in data breaches, new report shows
Data breaches are up in 2025, according to a new report and researchers call the use of artificial intelligence in attempted data breaches an “emerging threat."
Data breaches are up in 2025, according to a new report and researchers call the use of artificial intelligence in attempted data breaches an “emerging threat."
Trayon White celebrates with supporters after projected to win back Ward 8 seat
Former D.C. Councilmember Trayon White is projected to reclaim his Ward 8 seat in the special election despite an ongoing federal bribery case stemming from his arrest in an FBI sting operation.
Former D.C. Councilmember Trayon White is projected to reclaim his Ward 8 seat in the special election despite an ongoing federal bribery case stemming from his arrest in an FBI sting operation.
Trayon White expected to regain Ward 8 Council seat following special election
Trayon White is expected to regain his seat on the D.C. Council following a special election for Ward 8—the seat left vacant after he was arrested on federal bribery charges and later expelled.
Trayon White is expected to regain his seat on the D.C. Council following a special election for Ward 8—the seat left vacant after he was arrested on federal bribery charges and later expelled.
DC police identify man, woman found dead in apparent murder-suicide
Two people found dead in an apparent murder-suicide in Southeast D.C. over the weekend have been identified, police say.
Two people found dead in an apparent murder-suicide in Southeast D.C. over the weekend have been identified, police say.
NJ judge who lost son in targeted shooting continues to speak out on importance of judicial security
This week marks five years since a gunman showed up at the home of New Jersey federal Judge Esther Salas, killed her son, Daniel, and severely injured her husband.
This week marks five years since a gunman showed up at the home of New Jersey federal Judge Esther Salas, killed her son, Daniel, and severely injured her husband.
Flash floods, warnings and watches: What to know about severe weather alerts
Flash floods, damaging winds, and relentless rain have recently turned streets across the D.C. region into hazards. And with more storms in the forecast, knowing how to respond when a weather alert hits your phone can make all the difference.
Flash floods, damaging winds, and relentless rain have recently turned streets across the D.C. region into hazards. And with more storms in the forecast, knowing how to respond when a weather alert hits your phone can make all the difference.