Teen's body found in Potomac River; Body cam of armed carjacking released
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Crews found the body of a 16-year-old boy in the Potomac River one day after he went missing while swimming with friends. Also, DC police have released body cam footage showing the moment an officer opened fire on a teenage carjacking suspect.

16-year-old boy missing in Potomac River at Great Falls Park
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A search is underway after authorities say a teen went missing while swimming at Great Falls Park in Montgomery County on Thursday.

Extreme heat warning; DC police prepare for July 4th
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TOP HEADLINES: The latest forecast as the DMV faces an extreme heat warning. Plus, Interim MPD Chief Jeffery Carroll stops by to share how DC police are preparing for July 4th.

Empire State Building climb recap: Bodycam footage, arrests and proposal
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In a stunt that captured the nation's attention, daredevils scaled the entire Empire State Building all the way to the tip of the spire, over 1,400 feet in the air.

Power outages amid dangerous heat in the DMV
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As extreme triple-digit temperatures move into the Mid-Atlantic, thousands of residents in Northern Virginia have endured over 17 hours without air conditioning, with some resorting to sleeping in their cars to stay cool.

Extreme heat impacting July 4th in the DMV
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As the region braces for potentially dangerous extreme heat this Independence Day, preparations are well underway for the massive Freedom 250 "Salute to America" celebration on the National Mall.

Local fireworks postponed; Bus driver pleads not guilty to manslaughter
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Some local areas are postponing their July 4th fireworks shows due to weather. Plus, the bus driver in the deadly I-95 crash pleads not guilty to manslaughter charges.

Fairfax Co. first responders speak out after forming human chain to save driver
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First responders and bystanders in Fairfax County formed a human chain on Sunday to rescue a driver from a sinking car in a Chantilly pond. Now, they're speaking out. 

DC Council reviews transit plans for new Commanders stadium
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Officials from Metro, DDOT and the Washington Commanders presented a transit-first strategy to the DC Council for the new $3.7 billion stadium opening in 2030. Because the venue will feature significantly less parking than the historic RFK Stadium, over half of the estimated 65,000 fans will need to rely on public transportation.

Scorching heat hits the DMV; USA faces Bosnia tonight
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TOP HEADLINES: The DMV is bracing for a scorching heat wave, with temperatures reaching 100 degrees. Plus, the US plays Bosnia and Herzegovina Wednesday.

2 in custody after raising flag, proposing at top of Empire State Building spire
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Two masked individuals are in custody after scaling to the top of the Empire State Building on Wednesday to unfurl a banner promoting world peace before an apparent proposal unfolded. A law enforcement expert reacts.

Metro Shutdown to Impact Wisconsin Avenue
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Chris Conklin, Director of Montgomery County Department of Transportation, joins Fox 5's Steve Cheveney to share the Metro shutdown and parking changes set to impact commuters. 

Supreme Court Issues Major Rulings: Expert Recap
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A. Scott Bolden, criminal defense attorney, joins Fox 5's Steve Cheveney to discuss the Supreme Court's major decisions on birthright citizenship, transgender athletes, and more. 

Supreme Court Rules on Citizenship, Athletes & Finance
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Dr. Cayce Myers, professor of political communications at Virginia Tech University, joins Fox 5 to break down the recent Supreme Court rulings on birthright citizenship, transgender athletes, and campaign finance.

Supreme Court rulings shape birthright citizenship, campaign finance and transgender sports
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Attorney Scott Bolden joins FOX 5 to break down several major Supreme Court rulings, including the court’s decision on birthright citizenship, a ruling on transgender athletes in school sports and a campaign finance decision that could affect how political parties coordinate with candidates. Bolden explains why the birthright citizenship ruling was not surprising to many legal experts, what Congress could try next and how the court’s latest decisions show its role in shaping immigration, executive power, voting rights and other major national issues.

What new laws take effect in D.C., Maryland and Virginia?
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Dozens of new laws are now on the books in D.C., Maryland and Virginia as of July 1. FOX 5 breaks down some of the biggest changes, including new rules for dangerous drivers in Virginia, school cell phone policies in Maryland and a minimum wage increase in the District. In Virginia, judges can now order some drivers caught going 100 mph or more to install speed-limiting technology. Maryland schools are preparing for a statewide bell-to-bell cell phone policy, while D.C.’s minimum wage is increasing to $18.40 an hour.

DC heat wave brings July 4th safety warnings
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The D.C. region is facing dangerous heat as July 4th and America 250 celebrations get underway. FOX 5’s Stephanie Ramirez reports from the Capital Crescent Trail in Bethesda, where some people were getting outside early before temperatures climb. Officials are reminding people to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and light-colored clothing, check on vulnerable neighbors and keep pets off hot pavement. Fire officials are also warning people to properly dispose of hot coals and fireworks, and to follow local laws where backyard fireworks are banned.