DC plane crash: NTSB report says Blackhawk helicopter was too high
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is holding a three-day hearing on the deadly plane crash at Reagan Airport that took the lives of 67 people in January. The hearings began Wednesday morning.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is holding a three-day hearing on the deadly plane crash at Reagan Airport that took the lives of 67 people in January. The hearings began Wednesday morning.
Metrobus roll out of new routes causing frustration for some riders
There have been some growing pains when it comes to WMATA's new bus routes.
There have been some growing pains when it comes to WMATA's new bus routes.
Traffic fatalities up nationwide, new study shows
Traffic deaths are up nationwide, including in the DMV, according to a new study by TRIP—a non-profit organization that researches and evaluates transportation issues.
Traffic deaths are up nationwide, including in the DMV, according to a new study by TRIP—a non-profit organization that researches and evaluates transportation issues.
FAA budgets $12.5 billion to upgrade air traffic control systems
Six months after a deadly mid-air collision at Reagan National Airport, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says $12.5 billion in funding has been secured to begin modernizing the nation’s aging and understaffed air traffic control system.
Six months after a deadly mid-air collision at Reagan National Airport, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says $12.5 billion in funding has been secured to begin modernizing the nation’s aging and understaffed air traffic control system.
Amtrak partners with AI company making infrastructure industry more efficient
Amtrak is partnering with a new construction company that harnesses artificial intelligence to see underground.
Amtrak is partnering with a new construction company that harnesses artificial intelligence to see underground.
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.
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.
Metro delays Friday due to power issue near Foggy Bottom
Speed restrictions caused by a Pepco power problem delayed Metro trains on Friday morning along the Orange, Blue and Silver lines.
Speed restrictions caused by a Pepco power problem delayed Metro trains on Friday morning along the Orange, Blue and Silver lines.
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.
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.
Commercial airline to start flights at Manassas regional airport, memo indicates
Manassas Regional Airport could be one step closer to allowing commercial flights. It's the largest general aviation airport in Virginia, allowing people to fly their own planes.
Manassas Regional Airport could be one step closer to allowing commercial flights. It's the largest general aviation airport in Virginia, allowing people to fly their own planes.
Beyoncé DC concert: How to get to Northwest Stadium on the 4th of July
This Fourth of July, Cowboy Carter hits the capital. Beyoncé takes center stage in Washington, D.C.; the next stop on her tour. With fans gearing up to pack the stands, getting to and from the show just got a little easier — and a lot more affordable.
This Fourth of July, Cowboy Carter hits the capital. Beyoncé takes center stage in Washington, D.C.; the next stop on her tour. With fans gearing up to pack the stands, getting to and from the show just got a little easier — and a lot more affordable.
July 4 Travel: Best and worst times to drive in DC region
A record-setting Fourth of July travel rush is in full swing, with millions already on the move by road and air, making it one of the busiest and most congested travel periods of the year, especially in the D.C. region.
A record-setting Fourth of July travel rush is in full swing, with millions already on the move by road and air, making it one of the busiest and most congested travel periods of the year, especially in the D.C. region.
Free Metro rides after 5pm on July Fourth as DC prepares for safe celebrations
Metro rides will be free after 5 p.m. on July Fourth as D.C. officials ramp up safety measures for the holiday, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Thursday.
Metro rides will be free after 5 p.m. on July Fourth as D.C. officials ramp up safety measures for the holiday, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Thursday.
Montgomery County makes all Ride On buses free for riders
Montgomery County’s Ride On buses are completely free as of this week.
Montgomery County’s Ride On buses are completely free as of this week.
New Virginia law requires all adults to wear seatbelts in cars
As of July 1, 2025, adults must wear their seatbelts in Virginia, even if they’re sitting in the backseat of a car. That hadn’t been the case previously. Only front seat adult passengers were required to buckle-up.
As of July 1, 2025, adults must wear their seatbelts in Virginia, even if they’re sitting in the backseat of a car. That hadn’t been the case previously. Only front seat adult passengers were required to buckle-up.
MARC train plans to expand to Delaware, Virginia
Maryland has released plans to expand MARC into Delaware and Virginia and increase the number of trains every hour.
Maryland has released plans to expand MARC into Delaware and Virginia and increase the number of trains every hour.
Advocates raise concerns for elderly, disabled veterans in WMATA Metro bus overhaul
Monday marks the first full weekday of service for Metro’s overhauled bus system, dubbed the “Better Bus” Network, following its official launch on Sunday.
Monday marks the first full weekday of service for Metro’s overhauled bus system, dubbed the “Better Bus” Network, following its official launch on Sunday.
Dept. of Transportation to eliminate rule requiring speed limiters on heavy-duty trucks
A new package was unveiled by Trump’s Department of Transportation to better support truck drivers, such as investing in additional parking, driver relief, and nixing speed limiters.
A new package was unveiled by Trump’s Department of Transportation to better support truck drivers, such as investing in additional parking, driver relief, and nixing speed limiters.
DCA air traffic controllers working six-day weeks due to staffing gap
Air traffic controllers at Reagan National Airport are understaffed and working six-day weeks, according to the National Air Traffic Controllers Association.
Air traffic controllers at Reagan National Airport are understaffed and working six-day weeks, according to the National Air Traffic Controllers Association.
Man kicks K9 agent at Dulles so hard the dog “lifted off the ground:" officials
An Egyptian man is being sent back to his country after assaulting a police K9 at Dulles International Airport – kicking the dog so hard it lifted off the ground.
An Egyptian man is being sent back to his country after assaulting a police K9 at Dulles International Airport – kicking the dog so hard it lifted off the ground.
Metrobus to eliminate 500+ stops and rename routes: Here’s what riders need to know
More than 500 bus stops will be removed across the D.C. region as part of Metro’s Better Bus Network—a major redesign aimed at improving reliability and frequency.
More than 500 bus stops will be removed across the D.C. region as part of Metro’s Better Bus Network—a major redesign aimed at improving reliability and frequency.