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.
New data shows that 2025 was a record year for restaurant closures in the District.
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.
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.
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.
Emotional sendoff as DC police chief steps down as crime data probe looms
D.C.’s recently embattled police chief is leaving the District under a cloud of controversy — amid a federal investigation over crime statistics.
D.C.’s recently embattled police chief is leaving the District under a cloud of controversy — amid a federal investigation over crime statistics.
Donald Trump's name added to Kennedy Center day after renaming vote
Democratic leaders have called the move illegal, and that Congress is the only body that can change the center's name.
Democratic leaders have called the move illegal, and that Congress is the only body that can change the center's name.
Trump gives fed workers off on Christmas Eve, December 26
On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to give federal workers off on December 24 and December 26 this year, creating a five-day holiday break.
On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to give federal workers off on December 24 and December 26 this year, creating a five-day holiday break.
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.
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.
Kennedy Center to be renamed Trump-Kennedy Center, White House says
The Board of the Kennedy Center voted unanimously to rename the center to the "Trump-Kennedy Center," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced on Thursday. FOX 5's Sydney Persing has the latest.
The Board of the Kennedy Center voted unanimously to rename the center to the "Trump-Kennedy Center," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced on Thursday. FOX 5's Sydney Persing has the latest.
The 'Patriot Games': What we know about Trump's proposed high school athletic competition
President Donald Trump has announced a first-of-its-kind high school athletic event coming to the nation's capital to commemorate the 250th birthday of the nation.
President Donald Trump has announced a first-of-its-kind high school athletic event coming to the nation's capital to commemorate the 250th birthday of the nation.
Trump signs executive order to reclassify marijuana as less dangerous drug
President Donald Trump Thursday signed an executive order that would move marijuana out of its current Schedule I classification.
President Donald Trump Thursday signed an executive order that would move marijuana out of its current Schedule I classification.
Kennedy Center Board votes to rename facility after Donald Trump
The Kennedy Center Board voted Thursday to rename the facility, at least partially, after President Donald Trump.
The Kennedy Center Board voted Thursday to rename the facility, at least partially, after President Donald Trump.
DC weather: Rain, gusty winds move in Thursday evening
The Washington, D.C., region began with a chilly start Thursday as rain and gusty winds are expected to move into the area later this evening.
The Washington, D.C., region began with a chilly start Thursday as rain and gusty winds are expected to move into the area later this evening.
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.
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.
White Christmas in DC? Here are the chances the DMV sees snow for the holiday
With the holiday just a week away, and snow still lingering on the ground in some suburbs, many are wondering if the December trend will continue and we'll wake up to a White Christmas in D.C.
With the holiday just a week away, and snow still lingering on the ground in some suburbs, many are wondering if the December trend will continue and we'll wake up to a White Christmas in D.C.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Several options at play as DC leaders consider transit for new Commanders stadium
D.C. council members and transportation leaders met for hours on Wednesday to figure out the best way to get people in and out of the new Commanders stadium.
D.C. council members and transportation leaders met for hours on Wednesday to figure out the best way to get people in and out of the new Commanders stadium.
DC leaders discuss transit options for Commanders new stadium
DC council members and transportation leaders meet for hours on Wednesday to figure out the best way to get people in and out of the new Commanders stadium. FOX 5's Homa Bash has the latest update.
DC council members and transportation leaders meet for hours on Wednesday to figure out the best way to get people in and out of the new Commanders stadium. FOX 5's Homa Bash has the latest update.
3 puppies stolen at gunpoint in DC: What we know about the case
D.C. police are asking for the public’s help finding three French bulldog puppies stolen during an armed burglary in the northeast over the weekend.
D.C. police are asking for the public’s help finding three French bulldog puppies stolen during an armed burglary in the northeast over the weekend.
Court rules National Guard can stay in DC
A federal appeals court has ruled that the National Guard can remain in Washington, D.C., while judges continue weighing the legality of the deployment.
A federal appeals court has ruled that the National Guard can remain in Washington, D.C., while judges continue weighing the legality of the deployment.