DC weather: Severe storms expected Monday with damaging winds; isolated tornadoes possible

Severe thunderstorms are expected to sweep across the Washington region Monday, bringing damaging winds, heavy downpours and the possibility of an isolated tornado as they move through the area.

2 juveniles arrested, guns recovered after large Navy Yard gathering

Two juveniles were arrested, and two guns were recovered after a large group of teens gathered Saturday night in D.C.’s Navy Yard neighborhood, where police say one suspect fired a gun into the air.

Tornado watch vs. warning: How to stay safe during severe weather

Tornadoes may be a rare occurrence in the Northeast, but it is still important to know when and how to stay safe when severe weather threatens your home.

Washington DC weather: Severe weather, tornado risk Monday in DC region

A powerful storm system is moving into the region Monday, bringing the potential for severe thunderstorms, damaging winds and tornadoes.

Bomb threat cleared in Northwest DC

Police were called to investigate a bomb threat in Northwest D.C. Friday afternoon.

Southwest Airlines ending flights at Washington Dulles and Chicago O’Hare in June

Southwest Airlines is ending service at Washington Dulles and Chicago O’Hare this summer. Customers with affected reservations can rebook or request a refund.

Mystery substance dumped into Rock Creek
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A mysterious substance has been dumped into Rock Creek, and neighbors are looking for answers. FOX 5's Homa Bash reports. 

DC police officer attacked on Jan. 6 becomes teacher
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A former D.C. police officer who faced the mob on Jan. 6 is now turning one of the darkest days of his life into a lesson for the next generation. FOX 5's Tisha Lewis has the story.

Life expectancy in DC is just above average: report

The estimated life expectancy at birth for Washington, D.C., was 77.4 years in 2023, according to data released by the City Health Dashboard.

DC weather: Snow falls across parts of DMV Thursday as temperatures plunge

After two days of springlike, even summerlike warmth, temperatures tumbled Thursday and a mix of rain and wet snow fell across the D.C. region. 

‘Titanic-inspired’ statue of Trump, Epstein pops up in DC

A statue depicting President Donald Trump and the late Jeffrey Epstein reenacting that famous Jack and Rose scene in the movie "Titanic," popped up in D.C. earlier this week.

How can it be 80 degrees one day and near freezing the next in the Northeast?

The Northeast has seen wild temperature swings — from record 80s one day to snow showers the next. Scientists say weather patterns like cold fronts and climate factors help explain it.

Commanders release new renderings of RFK Stadium

The Washington Commanders have released new renderings of the team's stadium that will be built at the old RFK Stadium site in D.C.

Snow possible for DC, Maryland, Virginia on Thursday
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The D.C. region may follow up a day of record-breaking warmth with the threat of some winter snow coming down on Thursday afternoon. FOX 5's Mike Thomas has your full forecast.