Festival of Lights at D.C.'s Mormon Temple

The Festival of Lights at D.C.'s Mormon Temple. It's open until January 1, 2026 and the lights are on from 4:30 PM to 8:45 PM each evening. FOX 5's Jen Delgado is live with more. 

Record number of restaurants closed in DC in 2025, data shows

New data shows that 2025 was a record year for restaurant closures in the District. The Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) reports 92 restaurants closed their doors this year, compared to 73 closures in 2024 and 48 in 2022.

Nationals hire new general manager

On Friday, FOX 5 spoke with the newest member of the Nationals front office — their general manager, 31-year-old Ani Kilambi. He is the latest young leader that team owner Mark Lerner is turning to as he looks to rebuild the franchise.

New DC laws and policy measures to know about in 2026

The new year is two weeks away, and come 2026, new laws will begin to go into effect in the nation's capital. Residents can also expect certain policy measures to continue or possibly be voted on.

US admits failure in deadly DCA midair plane collision

The U.S. government is taking responsibility for the deadly midair collision over the Potomac. The Justice Department now acknowledges failures in the crash that killed 67 people on the night of Jan. 29.

DC weather: Cold Tuesday, warmer midweek with late week showers

The Washington, D.C. region is waking up to bone chilling cold conditions Tuesday, with temperatures starting out in the teens and 20s across much of the region. The cold will stay through the morning before a modest warmup pushes afternoon highs to around 40 degrees.

2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS important dates to remember

With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.

Court rules that National Guard troops can remain in DC

A panel of judges ruled on Wednesday that National Guard troops can continue to patrol the streets of D.C. Their decision comes just three weeks after two National Guard members were shot while on duty in the District. FOX 5's Sydney Persing has more.