Why the viral terracotta pot heater is a dangerous myth: What to do instead
Staying warm during an ice storm is paramount, but a recent “trick" going around social media is not what you think it is and can actually be dangerous.
Staying warm during an ice storm is paramount, but a recent “trick" going around social media is not what you think it is and can actually be dangerous.
What are the biggest snowstorms in DC area history?
Could this weekend's storm make history? It's still unclear how much will actually fall, but it's been years since the Washington, D.C., region;s last record-setting snow.
Could this weekend's storm make history? It's still unclear how much will actually fall, but it's been years since the Washington, D.C., region;s last record-setting snow.
Snow cream: What it is and how to make it
The DMV is bracing for a major winter storm this weekend.
The DMV is bracing for a major winter storm this weekend.
How much snow has fallen in the Northeast? Live cameras from NYC, Philly, DC
Snow has been falling across the Northeast since early Sunday morning. Here's how much has fallen across Philadelphia, New York City and Washington, D.C.
Snow has been falling across the Northeast since early Sunday morning. Here's how much has fallen across Philadelphia, New York City and Washington, D.C.
DC snowball fight canceled due to sleet
As a winter storm hits the D.C. area bringing snow and some sleet, a planned snowball fight on the National Mall has been canceled.
As a winter storm hits the D.C. area bringing snow and some sleet, a planned snowball fight on the National Mall has been canceled.
Man, woman found dead from gunshot wounds in Anne Arundel County home: police
A man and a woman were found shot to death inside an Anne Arundel County home on Thursday.
A man and a woman were found shot to death inside an Anne Arundel County home on Thursday.
'Snow Team Heroes': DC asking for volunteers to help vulnerable individuals during winter storm
D.C. leaders say they’re working urgently to prepare for this weekend’s snowstorm.
D.C. leaders say they’re working urgently to prepare for this weekend’s snowstorm.
Winter weather watch: DC area prepares for winter storm
The D.C. region is preparing for heavy snowfall Saturday night into Sunday. FOX 5's Caitlin Roth has the forecast, plus a look at how MDOT is preparing the roads.
The D.C. region is preparing for heavy snowfall Saturday night into Sunday. FOX 5's Caitlin Roth has the forecast, plus a look at how MDOT is preparing the roads.
FBI: Several arrested on federal drug‑distribution charges
Several people were arrested and now face federal drug‑distribution charges following an FBI investigation in Virginia, according to authorities.
Several people were arrested and now face federal drug‑distribution charges following an FBI investigation in Virginia, according to authorities.
1 dead in Prince George’s County house fire
One person died early Friday after a house fire in Prince George’s County, officials said.
One person died early Friday after a house fire in Prince George’s County, officials said.
5 injured in shooting after fight breaks out on Metrobus in Northwest DC: police
Five people were injured in a shooting in Northwest D.C. Thursday evening, according to officials.
Five people were injured in a shooting in Northwest D.C. Thursday evening, according to officials.
Fairfax County school board approves changes to district's boundaries
In an 8-to-3 vote, Fairfax County school board members approved amended school boundaries, finalizing the first district-wide redistricting plan in decades.
In an 8-to-3 vote, Fairfax County school board members approved amended school boundaries, finalizing the first district-wide redistricting plan in decades.
Supreme Court considers whether Trump can fire Federal Reserve officials
Mortgage rates, retirement savings and the global economy are all on the line as the Supreme Court considers whether President Donald Trump has the power to fire board members of the Federal Reserve.
Mortgage rates, retirement savings and the global economy are all on the line as the Supreme Court considers whether President Donald Trump has the power to fire board members of the Federal Reserve.
Maryland hairstylist sentenced to 5 years, 6 months suspended for dragging client in viral video
A Maryland hairdresser who was charged with assault after dragging a 15-year-old client by the hair in a viral video has been sentenced to five years, suspended all but 6 months to be served on home detention.
A Maryland hairdresser who was charged with assault after dragging a 15-year-old client by the hair in a viral video has been sentenced to five years, suspended all but 6 months to be served on home detention.
8-12" of snow for D.C. possible in weekend winter storm
FOX 5's Caitlin Roth shares the FOX 5 Weather Team's first estimate of snow totals as we look towards a weekend winter storm with the potential to bring the most snow the D.C. area has seen in years.
FOX 5's Caitlin Roth shares the FOX 5 Weather Team's first estimate of snow totals as we look towards a weekend winter storm with the potential to bring the most snow the D.C. area has seen in years.
FBI operation underway at Haymarket chicken farm
The FBI’s Washington Field Office is conducting court-authorized law enforcement activity at a chicken farm in Haymarket, Virginia.
The FBI’s Washington Field Office is conducting court-authorized law enforcement activity at a chicken farm in Haymarket, Virginia.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore unveils $70.8B budget plan for FY 2027
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore on Wednesday released a proposed $70.8 billion budget for fiscal year 2027, including nearly $900 million in targeted reductions and other cost‑saving measures.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore on Wednesday released a proposed $70.8 billion budget for fiscal year 2027, including nearly $900 million in targeted reductions and other cost‑saving measures.
Nearly 1 year after DCA plane crash, NTSB gives behind the scenes look into operations
One year ago this month, the deadly mid-air crash over the Potomac involving an American Airlines jet and an Army Blackhawk helicopter sent shockwaves across the world.
One year ago this month, the deadly mid-air crash over the Potomac involving an American Airlines jet and an Army Blackhawk helicopter sent shockwaves across the world.
Police use AI to highlight clothing of suspect in Leesburg tobacco shop robbery
Leesburg Police are looking for an armed robbery suspect.
Leesburg Police are looking for an armed robbery suspect.
Why a Supreme Court case over the Fed could affect your mortgage and retirement
Mortgage rates, retirement savings, and the global economy could all be affected by a Supreme Court case testing whether President Trump has the power to fire members of the Federal Reserve’s board. FOX 5 Chief Legal Correspondent Katie Barlow breaks down what the justices questioned, why the Fed’s independence matters, and what could come next.
Mortgage rates, retirement savings, and the global economy could all be affected by a Supreme Court case testing whether President Trump has the power to fire members of the Federal Reserve’s board. FOX 5 Chief Legal Correspondent Katie Barlow breaks down what the justices questioned, why the Fed’s independence matters, and what could come next.