Montgomery County restaurant openings outpace closures, data shows
Another beloved Montgomery County restaurant closed its doors in December. It follows a string of well-known spots shutting down, citing economic pressures.
Several Montgomery County restaurants close, citing high operating costs
Another beloved Montgomery County restaurant closed its doors in December. It follows a string of well-known spots shutting down, citing economic pressures. But new data obtained by FOX 5 reveals restaurant openings in the county are outpacing closures by far.
Federal judge bars ICE from re-detaining Kilmar Abrego-Garcia through Christmas
A federal judge says Kilmar Abrego Garcia will remain free at least through Christmas after a judge in Maryland extended her order blocking the federal government from taking him into custody. FOX 5's Katie Barlow has the latest.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia: Federal judge bars ICE from re-detaining Garcia through Christmas
A federal judge says Kilmar Abrego Garcia will remain free at least through Christmas after a judge in Maryland extended her order blocking the federal government from taking him into custody.
WATCH: Firetruck catches fire inside firehouse
A firetruck at a station in St. Mary's County caught on fire early Monday morning, per officials.
ICE disputes claim that Maryland woman arrested in viral case is US citizen
A Silver Spring attorney went viral on TikTok after claiming her client was taken into United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody despite being an American citizen born in Maryland.
DC weather: Rain, wintry mix possible early Tuesday; Christmas warmup expected
A chilly start to the workweek is ahead for the Washington, D.C., region, with the chance of a rainy, wintry mix early Tuesday during the morning commute.
Lowe’s worker convicted in deadly forklift attack in Maryland Home Depot parking lot
A Lowe’s employee accused in a deadly forklift attack in a Maryland Home Depot parking lot has been found guilty by a jury and now faces nearly 60 years in prison.
DC holiday travel rush: Best and worst times to drive
Nearly three million Washington, D.C. area residents will be traveling 50 miles or more from home during the end-of-year holidays, according to AAA, and more than 2.6 million of them will be hitting the roads.
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.
Melanie Diaz Act: Montgomery County strengthens fire safety laws after Silver Spring death
Melanie Diaz was killed in an apartment fire in Silver Spring in 2023. Her family is now helping improve fire safety legislation in Montgomery County.
Man sentenced to 60 years in Fourth of July shooting that killed 6-year-old in Prince George’s County
A Prince George’s County judge handed down a 60-year prison sentence in connection with a Fourth of July neighborhood shooting that left a 6-year-old boy dead in Temple Hills.
Man sentenced to 60 years in prison for shooting, killing 6-year-old
The man convicted of killing a 6-year-old in a 2024 July 4 shooting in Temple Hills is expected to be sentenced on Friday. FOX 5's Nana Sentuo Bonsu reports.
Frederick County Public Schools putting cameras inside some classrooms
You'll already find cameras in many school hallways and on school buses. Now, though, Frederick County Public Schools is putting them inside some classrooms.
Montgomery County expanding plastic bag ban starting Jan. 1
Montgomery County's plastic bag ban is expanding starting on Jan. 1. If it sounds familiar, it's actually a revamp of a previous program that didn't work.
Montgomery County expanding plastic bag ban starting Jan. 1
Montgomery County's plastic bag ban is expanding come Jan. 1. If it sounds familiar, it's actually a revamp of a previous program that didn't work. The “Bring Your Own Bag” law was passed early this year. It repeals the 5-cent tax on plastic bags and implements a ban on plastic carry-out bags in Montgomery County.
Debate over MCPS boundaries, Crown High School continues
The battle over redistricting in Maryland’s largest school district is still underway.
Maryland Transportation Authority approves plan to build new, wider Bay Bridge
The Maryland Transportation Authority Board has approved a plan for a new, wider Chesapeake Bay Bridge. The recommended option, known as "Alternative C," calls for building two new four‑lane bridge spans and removing the existing Bay Bridge structures.
Teen in critical condition after bbeing stabbed at Parkdale High School
A teen remains in critical condition after being stabbed at a high school in Prince George's County on Thursday. FOX 5's Bob Barnard has the latest details.
Prince George's County high school lockdown lifted after student stabbed; suspect in custody
The lockdown at Parkdale High School in Prince George's County was lifted following the stabbing of a student on Thursday morning, school officials say.