Local vet bikes from Florida to Maine, raises thousands for charity
The long ride is over for one determined and inspirational local veteran.
The long ride is over for one determined and inspirational local veteran.
Orioles fan pulls off perfect Pete Alonso catch at Nationals Park
An Orioles fan recording Pete Alonso’s swing, hoping to capture a home run, ended up catching something even better - in his glove and on video!
An Orioles fan recording Pete Alonso’s swing, hoping to capture a home run, ended up catching something even better - in his glove and on video!
DCPS Chancellor Lewis Ferebee stepping down to accept CEO position
D.C. Public Schools Chancellor Dr. Lewis D. Ferebee is stepping down next month to become the next chief executive officer of an educational nonprofit.
D.C. Public Schools Chancellor Dr. Lewis D. Ferebee is stepping down next month to become the next chief executive officer of an educational nonprofit.
Staff altercation at Sousa Middle School leads to simple assault charge
A staff incident at Sousa Middle School prompted a schoolwide response after the altercation was witnessed by students, leading to a simple assault charge against a 44-year-old Northeast Washington woman.
A staff incident at Sousa Middle School prompted a schoolwide response after the altercation was witnessed by students, leading to a simple assault charge against a 44-year-old Northeast Washington woman.
New poll shows tight race in DC mayoral primary with Lewis George leading McDuffie
A new poll measuring the 2026 Democratic mayoral primary in the District shows a competitive race taking shape, with no candidate approaching a majority and a large share of voters still undecided.
A new poll measuring the 2026 Democratic mayoral primary in the District shows a competitive race taking shape, with no candidate approaching a majority and a large share of voters still undecided.
Officials testify on Potomac sewage collapse before Congress
Four months after a pipe collapse sent an estimated 300 million gallons of raw sewage into the Potomac River, the head of DC Water and federal officials testified on Capitol Hill Wednesday.
Four months after a pipe collapse sent an estimated 300 million gallons of raw sewage into the Potomac River, the head of DC Water and federal officials testified on Capitol Hill Wednesday.
UFC Freedom 250 Fan Fest: Ticket lottery window closes Friday
Fans looking to attend the historic UFC Freedom 250 weekend in Washington, D.C., have just days left to secure their spot.
Fans looking to attend the historic UFC Freedom 250 weekend in Washington, D.C., have just days left to secure their spot.
DC weather: Hot, humid Wednesday with showers and thunderstorms
Hot, more humid conditions spread across the Washington, D.C., region on Wednesday, with afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms possible.
Hot, more humid conditions spread across the Washington, D.C., region on Wednesday, with afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms possible.
FBI offers $5K reward in Navy Yard Chipotle assault investigation
The FBI Washington Field Office is offering up to a $5,000 reward for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of those involved in a fight at a Navy Yard Chipotle.
The FBI Washington Field Office is offering up to a $5,000 reward for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of those involved in a fight at a Navy Yard Chipotle.
FAA official acknowledges warning signs before deadly DCA crash, defends ongoing safety reforms
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford admitted that "poor decision-making" and a "bad design" of the airspace routes led to the crash that killed 67 people in January 2025.
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford admitted that "poor decision-making" and a "bad design" of the airspace routes led to the crash that killed 67 people in January 2025.
Outdoor pools open for the summer this weekend: What you need to know
Pools across the DMV open for the season this weekend.
Pools across the DMV open for the season this weekend.
DC weather: Dangerous heat Tuesday with highs near 97 degrees
A mostly sunny and very hot day is ahead for the Washington, D.C., region, with highs climbing to about 97 degrees on Tuesday, the hottest day of the week and near possible record temperatures.
A mostly sunny and very hot day is ahead for the Washington, D.C., region, with highs climbing to about 97 degrees on Tuesday, the hottest day of the week and near possible record temperatures.
DC police officer caught in Hansen sting due in court
The D.C. police lieutenant arrested in a Chris Hansen sting operation is due in court Wednesday.
The D.C. police lieutenant arrested in a Chris Hansen sting operation is due in court Wednesday.
Behind the scenes with American Airlines ahead of Memorial Day weekend
Memorial Day weekend is just days away, marking the start of the summer travel season, with a record‑breaking number of travelers expected.
Memorial Day weekend is just days away, marking the start of the summer travel season, with a record‑breaking number of travelers expected.
DC fireboat rescues dog stuck on rocks along Potomac River
D.C. fire crews used a fireboat Monday to rescue a dog that became stuck on the rocks along the Potomac River near the Key Bridge.
D.C. fire crews used a fireboat Monday to rescue a dog that became stuck on the rocks along the Potomac River near the Key Bridge.
Robbery suspects fled on Lime bike, DC police say
D.C. police say two suspects involved in several robberies Monday night fled on a Lime rental bike.
D.C. police say two suspects involved in several robberies Monday night fled on a Lime rental bike.
Most popular baby names for DC, Maryland and Virginia revealed
The Social Security Administration has released its official baby name data. Here are the top picks for D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
The Social Security Administration has released its official baby name data. Here are the top picks for D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
DC Democratic mayoral debate highlights key issues
The race for D.C. mayor took center stage Monday night at Georgetown University as candidates squared off in a high‑stakes debate hosted by FOX 5 and Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy.
The race for D.C. mayor took center stage Monday night at Georgetown University as candidates squared off in a high‑stakes debate hosted by FOX 5 and Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy.
Fact check: Donation and voting record claims surface at DC mayoral debate
A Monday night D.C. mayoral debate at Georgetown University featured Janeese Lewis-George, Kenyan McDuffie and Gary Goodweather, with clashes over public safety votes and campaign donations.
A Monday night D.C. mayoral debate at Georgetown University featured Janeese Lewis-George, Kenyan McDuffie and Gary Goodweather, with clashes over public safety votes and campaign donations.
WATCH: DC Democratic mayoral debate
FOX 5 D.C. and Georgetown University are hosting a televised debate tonight ahead of Washington, D.C.’s Democratic mayoral primary election.
FOX 5 D.C. and Georgetown University are hosting a televised debate tonight ahead of Washington, D.C.’s Democratic mayoral primary election.