When was the last time the National Guard was deployed to DC? A look back at recent deployments
President Donald Trump confirmed Monday that the National Guard deployment to Washington, D.C., will proceed as part of his administration’s initiative to address crime and homelessness in the city. This announcement marks the first confirmed National Guard activation in the district since early 2021.
Fatal crash under investigation in Bowie
Authorities are investigating a deadly single-vehicle crash that occurred early Tuesday morning in the 11400 block of Laurel Bowie Road.
Power washer fumes hospitalize 2 in downtown DC parking garage
Two people were hospitalized and three others treated early Tuesday after carbon monoxide exposure from power washers operating in an unventilated parking garage in downtown D.C.
Trump federalizes DC police despite drop in crime rates
After months of warnings, President Donald Trump has invoked the D.C. Home Rule Act to place the Metropolitan Police Department under federal control, citing the need to combat violent crime in the nation’s capital.
'We're sending a message': DC US Attorney General Jeanine Pirro talks federal takeover
D.C. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro spoke with FOX 5 on Monday about how President Donald Trump's takeover in the District will work in her office.
Trump places DC police under federal control, deploys National Guard
President Donald Trump announced Monday that he is deploying the National Guard to Washington, D.C., and placing the city’s police department under federal control in an effort to boost public safety in the nation’s capital.
Elderly woman's purse stolen as she and husband visited son's grave at Suitland cemetery
An elderly woman says she was targeted by thieves at a cemetery in Prince George’s County. She and her husband were there visiting their son’s gravestone when the suspects went after her car.
Man jumps to death from Alexandria high-rise while fleeing arrest warrant: FBI
A man died early Friday after jumping from a high-rise balcony in Alexandria as FBI agents attempted to serve him an arrest warrant, authorities said.
Trump increases federal law enforcement in DC amid crime concerns
The White House has increased the federal law enforcement presence in the nation’s capital for at least a week to combat crime, following President Donald Trump’s suggestion that his administration could take full control of the city.
VA schools grapple with federal threats over transgender student bathroom policies
Prince William School District Board members met privately with district attorneys Thursday night amid pressure from the Department of Education to reverse its policy that allows transgender students to use the restroom consistent with their gender identity.
DC, Baltimore among top sweatiest cities in US
Washington, D.C. and Baltimore are among the top sweatiest cities in the U.S. in 2025, according to a new report from home improvement tech website, Thumbtack.com.
Man accused of killing Israeli Embassy staffers indicted on federal hate crime and murder charges
A man accused of fatally shooting two Israeli Embassy staffers outside the Capital Jewish Museum in D.C. has been indicted on federal hate crime and murder charges, according to court documents unsealed Wednesday.
WATCH: Baltimore firefighters rescue young boy trapped in railing
A young boy was safely rescued after getting stuck in a railing along the Baltimore Harbor, thanks to the quick and compassionate efforts of Baltimore City Fire Department’s Rescue 1 team.
Police ID man killed in DC triple shooting; $25K reward offered
Police have identified the man killed in a triple shooting late Tuesday night in southeast Washington.
'Big Balls' beaten in DC: Trump warns District after Edward Coristine attack
Two teens were arrested following an attempted carjacking and assault of a top official from the Department of Government Efficiency, reigniting former President Donald Trump’s push for federal control of the nation’s capital.
DC woman targeted in $640K gold fraud scam; 2 arrested and face charges
D.C. police have arrested two California residents accused of scamming a local woman out of more than $640,000 through a scheme involving wire transfers and purchases of gold bars and coins.
Triple shooting leaves 1 dead in DC; mistaken identity suspected in separate killing
Two deadly shootings are under investigation in D.C. - one in the southeast leaving several others hurt, and the other a possible case of mistaken identity in the northwest.
DC's 'Throne' public restrooms set to reopen after funding freeze
The District’s six "Throne" public restrooms—shuttered earlier this summer after the city froze their funding—are set to reopen soon following pushback from residents and community leaders.
Report finds major flaws in MCPS background checks
Montgomery County Public Schools are under scrutiny following a new report that highlights serious flaws in the district’s employee background check system.
9-year-old boy dies in Suitland house fire; 2 firefighters injured
A 9-year-old boy died early Tuesday morning following a fire at a two-story home in Prince George’s County, officials said.