DC man charged with second-degree murder in pedestrian’s death near White House
A Washington, D.C. man has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder while armed in connection with a fatal crash that killed a pedestrian near the White House on January 7, federal prosecutors announced.
Washington National Opera leaves Kennedy Center
In the wake of President Donald Trump's renaming of the Kennedy Center to the Trump Kennedy Center, the Washington National Opera is moving its performances out of the venue it's called home for decades.
Human remains found in DC park
During construction at Volta Park this summer, crews uncovered human remains. Now, residents are concerned about how the area will be secured.
DC photojournalist killed in crash mourned by community
26-year-old Aaron Marckell Williams was fatally struck in a multi-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon while he was crossing the street. He's remembered as “a talented photographer, storyteller and beautiful soul.”
DC Council urges mayor, MPD to end cooperation with ICE following deadly shooting in Minneapolis
Hundreds of protesters gathered in D.C. on Thursday, marching through the streets, in protest of what they called the devastating death of a woman who was shot by ICE agents.
Woman injured in DC apartment fire; neighbors suspect blaze was intentionally set
A woman was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries after a fire tore through an apartment building in D.C.’s Petworth neighborhood Friday morning. FOX 5’s Stephanie Ramirez reports that neighbors believe the blaze was intentionally set.
Bruno Mars tour 2026 coming to DC region
Bruno Mars is bringing The Romantic Tour to the Washington, D.C. region this spring!
DC weather: Scattered showers Friday; wet weekend ahead
Scattered showers are expected Friday ahead of steadier rain that will bring a soggy weekend to the Washington, D.C., region.
Suspect charged with murder high-speed crash that left man dead in D.C.
A man has been arrested for murder in a five-car crash that killed a pedestrian on Wednesday. Santana Zaki Matthews, 20, is being charged with second-degree murder while armed, according to court documents. FOX 5's Sydney Persing has the latest updates.
White House releases new details on Trump's plan for new ballroom
Months after the White House's East Wing was demolished, the Trump administration presented plans for a new ballroom to a key commission. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal reports.
Procession held for DC officer hit, killed while helping stranded driver on I‑695
D.C. police are mourning the death of Officer Terry Bennett, who was struck by a vehicle on I‑695 just two days before Christmas. Bennett, who was assigned to the First District, died Wednesday after spending two weeks in the hospital. The department held a procession in his honor on Thursday afternoon. FOX 5's Bob Barnard reports.
DC Council urges mayor, MPD to end cooperation with ICE
A new report by a D.C. Council committee is calling for the mayor and D.C. police to end cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. It comes as people are participating in an anti-ICE protest in Northwest tonight. FOX 5's Homa Bash is live with the latest.
Procession held for DC officer struck, killed on I‑695 while helping stranded driver
D.C. police are mourning the death of Officer Terry Bennett, who was struck by a vehicle on I‑695 just two days before Christmas.
Rep. Steny Hoyer announces that he will retire at end of his term
Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland, the longest‑serving Democrat in Congress and a previous contender to lead the House, announced Thursday he will retire at the end of his term.
Trae Young traded to Washington Wizards for CJ Mccollum, Corey Kispert: reports
The Atlanta Hawks have traded four‑time All‑Star Trae Young to the Washington Wizards in a blockbuster deal for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert, according to multiple reports.
DC weather: Dry, mild Thursday with highs in mid 50s; rainy start to weekend
A dry and mild Thursday is ahead for the Washington, D.C., region, with highs in the mid‑50s before a rainy start to the weekend.
Jan. 6, five years later: Lawmakers prepare to mark the day on Capitol Hill
It’s been five years since the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, when rioters stormed the building in an attempt to overturn the presidential election.
Anti-ICE protests held in DC after Minneapolis woman killed by ICE agent
Demonstrators gathered in Southwest D.C. in protest of a fatal shooting involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Minneapolis on Wednesday. FOX 5's Shomari Stone has more on the developing case.
Pedestrian killed in multi-vehicle crash in Northwest DC
A man was struck and killed by a speeding car just blocks from the White House on Wednesday, and the driver may have been trying to get away from police. FOX 5’s Shirin Rajaee joins us live from Northwest with the latest.
MPD officer left in critical condition after being hit on I-695 has died, police say
A D.C. police officer who was struck by a car on I-695 just days before Christmas has died, the Metropolitan Police Department says.