This is the best public restroom in Maryland

A new survey on America's best public restrooms has announced the best bathroom in Maryland. 

Initiative 82: Bowser calls for repeal of controversial DC ballot measure

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has announced plans to repeal Initiative 82, the voter-approved measure that gradually increases the minimum wage for tipped workers to match that of non-tipped employees.

Maryland golfer wins $1 million on lottery scratch-off

A Maryland man scored a $1 million lottery prize after purchasing a lucky scratch-off ticket following a round of golf.

Maryland Sen. Van Hollen on Kilmar Abrego Garcia case: 'It’s about his rights'

Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen told FOX 5 on Monday that when it comes to the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, it’s not about any one person, it’s about everyone’s constitutional rights.

Fairfax County police searching for man suspected in string of restaurant break-ins

Fairfax County police are looking for a suspect behind a string of recent restaurant break-ins. FOX 5 obtained exclusive surveillance video of one of the incidents.

Pentagon suspends military helicopter flight operations near DCA following near-misses

The Pentagon is suspending all of its helicopters from flying near Reagan National Airport. It comes after a recent safety incident where an Army helicopter caused two commercial flights to abort their landings.

18-year-old shot, killed by Spotsylvania County homeowner while reportedly trying to break-in

Authorities in Spotslyvania County say they're still deciding whether to charge a Fredericksburg-area homeowner in the fatal weekend shooting of a teenager. Investigators say the 18-year-old was one of three teens breaking into the man's house. 

Charges dropped for man suspected in 4-year-old's attempted abduction

Charges have been dropped against a Honduran illegal immigrant who was accused of trying to abduct a four-year-old girl nearly two years ago. 

Trump announces 2027 NFL Draft headed to Washington, DC

The 2027 NFL Draft will take place in Washington, D.C. on the National Mall, President Donald Trump announced Monday afternoon. 

DC Mayor Bowser unveils growth agenda for DC budget

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser provided an update on the 2026 budget, including investments downtown, investments into sports and entertainment and investments into tech. 

Man killed in early morning Adelphi crash

Authorities say a man was killed early Monday morning in a crash in Prince George's County.

Virginia corrections officers stabbed by MS-13 gang members at prison

Three corrections officers at Wallens Ridge State Prison in Virginia were stabbed by MS-13 gang members in a premeditated attack, officials say.

Dozens of vehicles burglarized in Maryland neighborhoods over weekend

Authorities say more than 47 vehicles were broken into in the Laurel area over the weekend, with valuables stolen from multiple cars.

Three planes diverted at DCA to avoid police helicopter

Three flights were diverted Sunday morning at Reagan Airport to avoid a police helicopter, multiple sources confirm.