2 people killed in separate July 4th shootings in DMV
Law enforcement officials in Washington, D.C., and neighboring Prince George’s County are investigating two unrelated, fatal shootings that occurred just hours apart on the Fourth of July.
Law enforcement officials in Washington, D.C., and neighboring Prince George’s County are investigating two unrelated, fatal shootings that occurred just hours apart on the Fourth of July.
DMV weather alert: Dangerous heat, poor air quality and severe storms across region
A combination of dense morning fog, low cloud cover, and residual smoke from holiday fireworks has triggered major air quality and heat advisories across the DMV region as severe storms loom Sunday evening.
A combination of dense morning fog, low cloud cover, and residual smoke from holiday fireworks has triggered major air quality and heat advisories across the DMV region as severe storms loom Sunday evening.
DC July 4th aftermath by the numbers: 911 calls, medical responses and arrests
As the final echoes of the "Salute to America" grand fireworks show faded over the National Mall, emergency personnel wrapped up one of the busiest nights of the year.
As the final echoes of the "Salute to America" grand fireworks show faded over the National Mall, emergency personnel wrapped up one of the busiest nights of the year.
Fireworks begin moments before midnight — 4th of July updates
Live streams and updates as Washington, D.C. marks America's 250th birthday — from the military flyovers to the fireworks over the National Mall.
Live streams and updates as Washington, D.C. marks America's 250th birthday — from the military flyovers to the fireworks over the National Mall.
How to watch DC July 4th fireworks on TV
Despite the severe weather delays and evacuation at the National Mall, the fireworks show is still on. The president is set to speak around 11 p.m., fireworks will follow.
Despite the severe weather delays and evacuation at the National Mall, the fireworks show is still on. The president is set to speak around 11 p.m., fireworks will follow.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for parts of VA, MD; DC sets record high on Fourth of July
Severe Thunderstorm Warnings have been issued for large parts of Virginia and Maryland on the Fourth of July, while the rest of the region was under an Extreme Heat Warning on Saturday.
Severe Thunderstorm Warnings have been issued for large parts of Virginia and Maryland on the Fourth of July, while the rest of the region was under an Extreme Heat Warning on Saturday.
July 4th event updates: Parades canceled across DMV, celebrations delayed
As extreme heat and severe weather move through the region, several July 4th celebrations across the DMV area are being postponed or rescheduled.
As extreme heat and severe weather move through the region, several July 4th celebrations across the DMV area are being postponed or rescheduled.
Bottled water available free at Freedom 250 Salute to America event inside secure zone
With extreme heat and large crowds expected this Fourth of July weekend, D.C. officials are urging people to plan ahead as celebrations ramp up across the city.
With extreme heat and large crowds expected this Fourth of July weekend, D.C. officials are urging people to plan ahead as celebrations ramp up across the city.
DC July 4th fireworks: Where to watch, start times and more
Everything you need to know to secure your spot for the "Salute to America 250" spectacle.
Everything you need to know to secure your spot for the "Salute to America 250" spectacle.
July 4th in DC: Road closures and parking restrictions
Here's a breakdown of the major road closures, parking restrictions and watercraft limitations across the city for Fourth of July weekend.
Here's a breakdown of the major road closures, parking restrictions and watercraft limitations across the city for Fourth of July weekend.
July 4th public transit survival guide for DC
America250 celebrations are expected to draw unprecedented crowds to the nation's capital, making the Metro mandatory for travel.
America250 celebrations are expected to draw unprecedented crowds to the nation's capital, making the Metro mandatory for travel.
July 4th in DC guide: Extreme heat, enhanced security and Freedom 250 schedule
As the region braces for potentially dangerous heat this Independence Day, preparations are well underway for the massive Freedom 250 "Salute to America" celebration on the National Mall.
As the region braces for potentially dangerous heat this Independence Day, preparations are well underway for the massive Freedom 250 "Salute to America" celebration on the National Mall.
FOX 5 Zip Trip spotlights Navy Yard neighborhood
The FOX 5 crew kept the summer fun rolling with its latest Zip Trip stop to Navy Yard, showcasing one of Washington, D.C.’s most vibrant waterfront communities.
The FOX 5 crew kept the summer fun rolling with its latest Zip Trip stop to Navy Yard, showcasing one of Washington, D.C.’s most vibrant waterfront communities.
DC police establish Youth Curfew Zone in Navy Yard for Fourth of July weekend
D.C. police have established a Youth Curfew Zone in the Navy Yard neighborhood beginning Friday, July 3, at 8 p.m. and running through midnight Sunday, July 5.
D.C. police have established a Youth Curfew Zone in the Navy Yard neighborhood beginning Friday, July 3, at 8 p.m. and running through midnight Sunday, July 5.
Fireworks spark blaze at DC rowhome days before Fourth of July
Fireworks ignited a blaze at a Washington, D.C., rowhome early Thursday, officials said.
Fireworks ignited a blaze at a Washington, D.C., rowhome early Thursday, officials said.
Fourth of July fireworks forecast: Could storms or extreme heat disrupt celebrations?
Dangerous heat and the chance for isolated storms could affect Fourth of July fireworks across the Washington, D.C., region on Saturday.
Dangerous heat and the chance for isolated storms could affect Fourth of July fireworks across the Washington, D.C., region on Saturday.
DC heat dome: Extreme Heat Warning in effect Friday and Saturday for Fourth of July
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect across the Washington, D.C., region Friday and Saturday for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, keeping dangerously hot conditions in place as heat index values climb well into the triple digits.
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect across the Washington, D.C., region Friday and Saturday for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, keeping dangerously hot conditions in place as heat index values climb well into the triple digits.
Former Olympian indicted for felony vandalism at DC Reflecting Pool
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Alex Ovechkin re-signs with Capitals for 22nd season: 'I'm back!'
The Washington Capitals announced on Monday that captain Alex Ovechkin has officially signed a one-year contract extension to return for the 2026-27 NHL season.
The Washington Capitals announced on Monday that captain Alex Ovechkin has officially signed a one-year contract extension to return for the 2026-27 NHL season.
Heat dome baking the DMV: Record-breaking temps set to soar above 100 degrees
The Washington, D.C. area is currently baking under a massive heat dome, and meteorologists warn that the worst is yet to come.
The Washington, D.C. area is currently baking under a massive heat dome, and meteorologists warn that the worst is yet to come.



















