Winter City Lights brings holiday magic to Olney

Winter City Lights in Olney, Maryland is ranked as one of the best light festivals in the country.

1 dead in fiery crash on I-270: officials

One person was killed early Friday morning after a crash on I-270 left the driver trapped in their burning vehicle, officials say. 

Montgomery County Alcohol Task Force out to keep holiday travelers safe

The holiday season is a time of celebration, but it’s also one of the most dangerous times on the road. To keep families safe, the Montgomery County Police Department has launched its annual Holiday Alcohol Task Force, focusing on stopping impaired drivers – people who have been drinking or consuming drugs.

Jury delivers first-ever conviction for killing unborn fetus in Montgomery County murder trial

A Montgomery County jury has delivered a first-of-its-kind conviction, finding Torrey Moore, 33, guilty of first-degree murder in the death of his pregnant girlfriend, Denise Middleton, and her unborn child.

Beloved 80-year-old dies in Wheaton fire; wood stove possible cause

Montgomery County investigators are working to determine what caused a devastating fire Thursday evening that claimed the life of an elderly woman beloved in her community.

LIVE WEBCAMS: Snow falls in Maryland, DC

Regions out north and west of Washington, D.C. could see heavy accumulations from a storm system that is moving across the region. Watch snow fall LIVE on our FOX 5 Sky Cams. 

Elderly woman dies in Silver Spring house fire

A house fire claimed the life of an elderly woman Thursday evening, prompting the closure of Livingston Street between Radius Road and Henderson Avenue in Silver Spring.

Council, residents clash on ‘missing middle’ proposal in Montgomery County

On Tuesday, Montgomery County Council discussed unprecedented amounts of feedback from residents regarding a plan to change up zoning and allow more housing in communities.

Montgomery County leaders look to strengthen immigration protections

Montgomery County leaders are advocating for new legislation to protect victims of violent crime, regardless of their immigration status. A proposed bill aims to remove barriers that prevent victims from qualifying for legal protected status.

Maryland burn ban: Dry weather fuels fire along Potomac River

Dozens of firefighters utilized boats and a helicopter while battling a Monday morning blaze along the Potomac River.

Marriott to lay off more than 800 workers as part of restructuring plan

Hundreds of employees of Marriott — one of the biggest companies in Montgomery County — are being told they’re going to be checked out of their jobs in just a few weeks.  

3 Maryland suspects charged for international theft ring: police

Three Maryland Individuals Charged For Leading Roles In International Organized Theft RingThursday, October 10, 2024

$7,000 reward offered for information on 3 anti-Semitic vandalism incidents in Bethesda

Montgomery County announced a $7,000 reward, donated by local community organizations, for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the suspect(s) involved in three separate incidents of anti-Semitic vandalism in the Bethesda area during August of 2024.