Intense heat, storm risks return to DC this weekend

July is not exactly known for cool weather in the DC region, as it is the hottest month of the calendar year. 

Moore says Maryland still in talks with Commanders over stadium

Maryland Governor Wes Moore says he’s staying in "consistent communication" with the Washington Commanders’ ownership as the team weighs its options for a new stadium. 

Police search for missing man with autism last seen Monday in Rockville

Montgomery County Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing man with autism who was last seen Monday afternoon.

New York merchant marine wins $1 million Maryland lottery prize

A merchant marine from New York has claimed a $1 million Maryland Lottery prize after purchasing scratch-off tickets during a work assignment at the Port of Baltimore.

Montgomery County Council to vote on 'missing middle' housing plan

The Montgomery County Council is set to vote Tuesday afternoon on a controversial housing proposal that could reshape development along major corridors and expand options for middle-income residents.

Overturned dump truck, fuel spill cause delays on I-495 in Virginia

A multi-vehicle crash involving an overturned dump truck is causing major delays Tuesday morning on the outer loop of Interstate 495 near the George Washington Parkway.

Propane technician accused in Sterling home explosion found guilty

A propane technician accused of involuntary manslaughter for his role in a deadly 2024 home explosion in Sterling has been found guilty.

20 rescued from building, dozens from vehicles as storms flood DMV

At least 20 people were stranded Saturday evening after floodwaters surrounded a building in Chevy Chase as severe storms swept through the D.C. area, officials said.

George Mason University under investigation by DOJ over DEI

The Justice Department has opened an investigation into George Mason University to determine whether the school gives preferential treatment of certain races and sexes in the hiring process, the latest in a long list of schools to face pressure from the federal government over DEI policies. 

As Fairfax County's unemployment rate rises, debate grows over who’s to blame

Fairfax County is seeing an alarming rise in unemployment – and local Democrats and state Republicans are pointing figures as to who is to blame. 

Dulles International Airport marks major milestone in concourse expansion

One of our area's largest airports is getting a facelift, and FOX 5 took part in a special event marking a major symbolic moment in the very important Dulles International Airport expansion project.

FOX 5 celebrates Zip Trip in Silver Spring!

The FOX 5 team is celebrating this week’s Zip Trip in Silver Spring -- a vibrant community just outside Washington, D.C., known for its family-friendly mix of shopping, dining and entertainment!