House narrowly rejects vote on War Powers Act
The House of Representatives rejected on Thursday a resolution to end Trump's attack on Iran.
The House of Representatives rejected on Thursday a resolution to end Trump's attack on Iran.
Trump ballroom project nears approval vote
President Donald Trump’s proposal to build a $400 million, 22,000-square-foot ballroom at the White House is moving closer to approval as the National Capital Planning Commission hears public feedback.
President Donald Trump’s proposal to build a $400 million, 22,000-square-foot ballroom at the White House is moving closer to approval as the National Capital Planning Commission hears public feedback.
DHS Sec. Noem fired; Flights from Middle East to return to Dulles soon
President Trump has fired DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and appointed Senator Markwayne Mullin to the position. Plus, flights from the Middle East are expected to return to Dulles soon.
President Trump has fired DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and appointed Senator Markwayne Mullin to the position. Plus, flights from the Middle East are expected to return to Dulles soon.
Trump says he’s moving to replace DHS Secretary Noem with Sen. Mullin
President Donald Trump says he plans to replace Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem with Senator Markwayne Mullin amid controversy over her leadership, including how she handled a high-profile ad campaign and border security issues. Trump’s move comes as Noem has faced intense scrutiny in Congress and from both parties over policy decisions and spending. The White House has not yet confirmed a timeline for the change.
President Donald Trump says he plans to replace Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem with Senator Markwayne Mullin amid controversy over her leadership, including how she handled a high-profile ad campaign and border security issues. Trump’s move comes as Noem has faced intense scrutiny in Congress and from both parties over policy decisions and spending. The White House has not yet confirmed a timeline for the change.
Thousands of Americans stranded in Middle East as Iran conflict disrupts travel
As the war with Iran continues, the impact is stretching far beyond the battlefield — grounding flights, closing airspace and leaving thousands of Americans stranded overseas.
As the war with Iran continues, the impact is stretching far beyond the battlefield — grounding flights, closing airspace and leaving thousands of Americans stranded overseas.
Police officer completes food delivery after stopping driver
After observing a driver traveling on the wrong side of the roadway, a Greenbelt police officer conducted a traffic stop and found the driver did not have a valid driver's license. The officer then completed a food delivery on behalf of the driver.
After observing a driver traveling on the wrong side of the roadway, a Greenbelt police officer conducted a traffic stop and found the driver did not have a valid driver's license. The officer then completed a food delivery on behalf of the driver.
Fairfax County casino bill passes Virginia House, moving Northern Virginia plan closer
A long-running push to bring a casino to Northern Virginia moved forward after lawmakers in Richmond approved legislation supporters say could create a new revenue stream for Fairfax County — while opponents warn it could bring new problems to the region. Fairfax County’s controversial gaming bill passed in the Virginia House, bringing the county one step closer to potentially getting its own casino. The vote in the state House was 64 to 32.
A long-running push to bring a casino to Northern Virginia moved forward after lawmakers in Richmond approved legislation supporters say could create a new revenue stream for Fairfax County — while opponents warn it could bring new problems to the region. Fairfax County’s controversial gaming bill passed in the Virginia House, bringing the county one step closer to potentially getting its own casino. The vote in the state House was 64 to 32.
Williamsburg gears up for America’s 250th with new archaeology center opening in 2026
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Colonial Williamsburg is highlighting both its historic roots and future expansion. Williamsburg, Virginia — just a couple of hours south of Washington, D.C. — is gearing up for major commemorations tied to America’s 250th anniversary. One of the biggest additions is the Crawford Archaeology Center, currently under construction and scheduled to open in April 2026.
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Colonial Williamsburg is highlighting both its historic roots and future expansion. Williamsburg, Virginia — just a couple of hours south of Washington, D.C. — is gearing up for major commemorations tied to America’s 250th anniversary. One of the biggest additions is the Crawford Archaeology Center, currently under construction and scheduled to open in April 2026.
When is the Cherry Blossom Festival in DC? Here’s what to know for 2026
Washington, D.C.’s most iconic sign of spring is almost here, as the National Cherry Blossom Festival prepares to begin later this month. The National Cherry Blossom Festival runs March 20 through April 12 in Washington, D.C., with events happening across the city and around the Tidal Basin.
Washington, D.C.’s most iconic sign of spring is almost here, as the National Cherry Blossom Festival prepares to begin later this month. The National Cherry Blossom Festival runs March 20 through April 12 in Washington, D.C., with events happening across the city and around the Tidal Basin.
Hearing for suspect in Potomac philanthropist’s killing
The med-tech accused of murdering an 87 year old millionaire philanthropist in Potomac is scheduled to appear before a judge Thursday. Investigators say 22 year old Marquis Emillo James shot and killed Robert Fuller on Valentine’s Day.
The med-tech accused of murdering an 87 year old millionaire philanthropist in Potomac is scheduled to appear before a judge Thursday. Investigators say 22 year old Marquis Emillo James shot and killed Robert Fuller on Valentine’s Day.
DC Water to give update as Potomac Interceptor repairs continue | FOX 5 AT 6AM
DC Water will provide an update on Thursday on ongoing repairs to the damaged Potomac Interceptor.
DC Water will provide an update on Thursday on ongoing repairs to the damaged Potomac Interceptor.
Last 2 US soldiers killed in Kuwait attack identified | FOX 5 AT 4AM
The Pentagon has released the final two names of the six soldiers killed in a drone strike at a Kuwait command center.
The Pentagon has released the final two names of the six soldiers killed in a drone strike at a Kuwait command center.
US residents stuck in Iran; Family of road rage stabbing victim speaks out | TOP STORIES
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Here are the top headlines from FOX 5 DC News at 10.
DC Council considering a new tax on so-called 'flushable' wipes
People may tell their kids not to use "potty talk" – but the DC Council is about to do quite a bit of it. That’s because of new legislation targeting so-called "flushable" wipes.
People may tell their kids not to use "potty talk" – but the DC Council is about to do quite a bit of it. That’s because of new legislation targeting so-called "flushable" wipes.
Raccoon bites two people in Old Town Alexandria, health officials say
Virginia health officials say two people were attacked by a raccoon in Old Town Alexandria.
Virginia health officials say two people were attacked by a raccoon in Old Town Alexandria.
'State of the Plate': DC restaurant association provides update on industry conditions
The restaurant industry in D.C. is still recovering from a rough 2025.
The restaurant industry in D.C. is still recovering from a rough 2025.
Emails warned prosecutors before murder; Road rage victim's family speaks out
Internal emails show Fairfax County police commanders warned months before a man now charged in a deadly bus stop stabbing was released from custody, raising concerns he would "maliciously wound (or worse)" again. Plus, the family of the victim in a road rage stabbing is speaking out.
Internal emails show Fairfax County police commanders warned months before a man now charged in a deadly bus stop stabbing was released from custody, raising concerns he would "maliciously wound (or worse)" again. Plus, the family of the victim in a road rage stabbing is speaking out.
Fairfax County police warned prosecutors about man now accused of stabbing woman to death
Internal emails show Fairfax County police commanders warned months before a man now charged in a deadly bus stop stabbing was released from custody, raising concerns he would "maliciously wound (or worse)" again. FOX 5's Katie Barlow has the details.
Internal emails show Fairfax County police commanders warned months before a man now charged in a deadly bus stop stabbing was released from custody, raising concerns he would "maliciously wound (or worse)" again. FOX 5's Katie Barlow has the details.
Virginia House advances Fairfax casino plan
Supporters of building a casino in Fairfax County scored a major win in Richmond after the Virginia House of Delegates voted 63–32 to allow the county to hold a voter referendum.
Supporters of building a casino in Fairfax County scored a major win in Richmond after the Virginia House of Delegates voted 63–32 to allow the county to hold a voter referendum.
Thurmont couple’s 70-year love story ends after crash
A tight-knit Maryland community is mourning the loss of Ken and Marilyn Oland, a Thurmont couple married for 70 years who died days after a crash on Route 15.
A tight-knit Maryland community is mourning the loss of Ken and Marilyn Oland, a Thurmont couple married for 70 years who died days after a crash on Route 15.