Maryland redistricting push advances, but Senate resistance looms
The fight over congressional redistricting has taken a major step forward in Maryland, but it could already be running into a dead end.
The fight over congressional redistricting has taken a major step forward in Maryland, but it could already be running into a dead end.
DC weather: Flurries possible Tuesday night into Wednesday
A slight chance of snow returns Tuesday night into early Wednesday as temperatures inch a bit higher, with highs near 38 degrees.
A slight chance of snow returns Tuesday night into early Wednesday as temperatures inch a bit higher, with highs near 38 degrees.
Body recovered from icy Potomac River
One person is dead after falling through the ice on the Potomac River.
One person is dead after falling through the ice on the Potomac River.
Government Shutdown 2026: Partial shutdown ends after House vote
The House has passed a roughly $1.2 trillion spending package to end the partial government shutdown Tuesday afternoon.
The House has passed a roughly $1.2 trillion spending package to end the partial government shutdown Tuesday afternoon.
Snowplow crash on Leesburg Pike leaves one man dead
A crash between a pickup truck and a commercial vehicle with a snowplow and salt spreader left one man dead, officials say.
A crash between a pickup truck and a commercial vehicle with a snowplow and salt spreader left one man dead, officials say.
Brendan Banfield convicted: What’s next for au pair Juliana Magalhães?
Juliana Magalhães, the au pair, pleaded guilty to manslaughter in 2024 and testified against Banfield. She is scheduled to be sentenced Friday, Feb. 13.
Juliana Magalhães, the au pair, pleaded guilty to manslaughter in 2024 and testified against Banfield. She is scheduled to be sentenced Friday, Feb. 13.
5 transported after massive house fire in Frederick County
A large house fire in Frederick County sent five people to the hospital early Tuesday.
A large house fire in Frederick County sent five people to the hospital early Tuesday.
Firefighter injured in early morning blaze in northwest DC
A D.C. firefighter was taken to the hospital after being injured while battling an early morning house fire in northwest Washington.
A D.C. firefighter was taken to the hospital after being injured while battling an early morning house fire in northwest Washington.
Snow and ice still disrupting Prince George’s County schools
Prince George’s County leaders say an aerial survey conducted Monday showed widespread snow and ice still coating neighborhoods, a key reason why county schools remain closed on Tuesday.
Prince George’s County leaders say an aerial survey conducted Monday showed widespread snow and ice still coating neighborhoods, a key reason why county schools remain closed on Tuesday.
MCPS reopening after snowstorm forced closures
Montgomery County Public Schools are reopening Tuesday, but the district is warning that some students may not get bus service if their stops remain blocked by snow and ice.
Montgomery County Public Schools are reopening Tuesday, but the district is warning that some students may not get bus service if their stops remain blocked by snow and ice.
At least 3 cold weather deaths reported in Fairfax County
The Fairfax County Police Department has reported at least three deaths that appear to be related to the cold.
The Fairfax County Police Department has reported at least three deaths that appear to be related to the cold.
Dog thrown down garbage chute at DC apartment complex
A dog is recovering after being abused, starved and tossed in the garbage at a D.C. apartment complex.FOX 5’s Shomari Stone reports tonight.
A dog is recovering after being abused, starved and tossed in the garbage at a D.C. apartment complex.FOX 5’s Shomari Stone reports tonight.
Schools split on sending students back to class amid icy conditions; more snow possible Tuesday | DMV News
Here are the top headlines from FOX 5 News at 10 p.m. on Feb. 2.
Here are the top headlines from FOX 5 News at 10 p.m. on Feb. 2.
Brendan Banfield found guilty; several schools face delays over a week after snowstorm | DMV News
Here are the top headlines from FOX 5 News at 6 on Feb. 2.
Here are the top headlines from FOX 5 News at 6 on Feb. 2.
Brendan Banfield ruled guilty in au pair murder trial
A verdict was reached Monday in the murder trial for Brendan Banfield, a former IRS law‑enforcement officer turned defendant who prosecutors say had an affair with his family’s au pair and took part in a double‑murder plot to frame another man for his wife’s stabbing.
A verdict was reached Monday in the murder trial for Brendan Banfield, a former IRS law‑enforcement officer turned defendant who prosecutors say had an affair with his family’s au pair and took part in a double‑murder plot to frame another man for his wife’s stabbing.
Brendan Banfield trial: Awaiting verdict as jury continues deliberations
The fate of Brendan Banfield is now in the hands of a Virginia jury.
The fate of Brendan Banfield is now in the hands of a Virginia jury.
DC snow forecast: Winter weather possible by midweek
The Washington, D.C. region could see more snow this week as bitter cold temperatures continue to grip the area.
The Washington, D.C. region could see more snow this week as bitter cold temperatures continue to grip the area.
School closures and delays continue in Montgomery County as cleanup drags on
Montgomery County Public Schools says buildings are ready to reopen, but unsafe neighborhood roads and sidewalks kept students home again on Monday as snow‑cleanup challenges persist.
Montgomery County Public Schools says buildings are ready to reopen, but unsafe neighborhood roads and sidewalks kept students home again on Monday as snow‑cleanup challenges persist.
Frustration grows over unplowed roads in Prince George’s County
Frustration is mounting in Prince George’s County as many neighborhoods remain buried under what is being called "snowcrete," making it nearly impossible to dig out, or even clear off a car, on Monday.
Frustration is mounting in Prince George’s County as many neighborhoods remain buried under what is being called "snowcrete," making it nearly impossible to dig out, or even clear off a car, on Monday.
The Marissa Mitchell Show launching on FOX 5 DC
FOX 5's Marissa Mitchell is launching a brand-new show on FOX 5 DC on Monday!!!
FOX 5's Marissa Mitchell is launching a brand-new show on FOX 5 DC on Monday!!!