Will Republicans take the House? Uncalled VA, MD races to watch

Control of the U.S. Senate is now in the hands of Republicans, but control over the U.S. House of Representatives is still up for grabs. 

2024 election LIVE updates: Trump wins the White House in political comeback

Election Day 2024 is here and we're bringing you the latest from pivotal races across the DMV and beyond. Stick with FOX 5 for real-time updates on the presidential race, control of Congress, and when polls close in key states. 

Is Beyoncé in DC for election night?

Beyoncé is making a big push to get fans to the polls and vote. Her recent social media post has some wondering whether she is in D.C. for election night. 

When do the polls close in DC, Maryland, Virginia?

Election Day is here, and many voters have already cast their ballots in what polls show could be one of the closest presidential elections of all time. 

Man with blowtorch, manifesto arrested at Capitol visitor center: officials

The U.S. Capitol Police arrested a man who smelled like fuel and was carrying a torch and flare gun at the Capitol Visitor Center in D.C. 

Howard Alumni and students talk Vice President Harris ahead of election night watch party

“Where else should she be on election night?" it’s a rhetorical question. One that associate professor at Howard University, Jennifer Thomas, believes only has one answer.

Closures, parking restrictions for Vice President Kamala Harris’ election night watch party

 Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign will hold her election night watch party at Howard University. Here is the updated list of parking restrictions and street closures that will be in effect.

Election Day 2024: Millions head to polls to decide between Harris, Trump; DC steps up security

Election Day has arrived, and voters are heading to the polls to cast their ballots in the historic presidential race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Here’s everything you need to know on Election Day 2024!

Election Day 2024: How to vote in person in DC, Maryland, and Virginia

Polling places across Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia are open for Election Day 2024.  Here’s what you need to know to make sure you can vote in person at your polling location.

Election Day forecast: Near-record highs expected Tuesday in DC region

Voters heading to the polls on Tuesday can expect near-record highs in the upper 70s across the D.C. region. Sunshine and mild temperatures will make for ideal voting conditions.

Key races in DC: I-83, City Council race

A ranked-choice voting initiative and a city council seat on the 2024 General Election ballot for some D.C. residents are among the list of election results across the country and the DMV that FOX 5 will be tracking closely on election night. 

DC election security: Mayor, police chief outline safety plans

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and Police Chief Pamela Smith held a security briefing Monday to outline the District's preparations for Election Day. 

Vice President Kamala Harris election night watch party parking restrictions and street closures

Parking restrictions and street closures will be enforced in the nation's capital as Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign hosts her election night watch party at Howard University.

Couple calls for hate crime investigation after violent attack on Metrobus

Two men who recently moved to Washington, D.C., say they were the victims of a violent attack on a Metrobus and are urging officials to investigate the incident as a hate crime.

Downtown DC businesses board up windows, doors ahead of Election Day

As D.C. works to increase safety measures ahead of Election Day, people are also doing what they can to keep their businesses safe by boarding up their glass windows and doors.

When will we know who won the election? Experts weigh in

There are seven days until the election but how many days will it be before we know who won? Opinions from experts vary on when voters will know who the next president will be. 

Are schools open or closed on Election Day 2024 in DC, Maryland, and Virginia?

On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, many school districts across the country will be closed for Election Day - including many in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia areas.