Prince George's County councilmembers propose giving laid off federal workers $1K

Should laid off federal workers get $1,000 checks? Two Prince George’s County councilmembers say they want to offer the money to federal workers in their county who lost their jobs in the Trump administration’s sweeping layoffs.

Maryland sergeant apprehends teen after witnessing fatal shooting, police say

A Maryland sergeant apprehended a 16-year-old suspect after witnessing him fire a handgun in a deadly shooting outside a gas station in Prince George’s County late Tuesday night, authorities said.

Prince George's County bus driver accused of reckless driving that was caught on camera

A Prince George’s County school bus driver is facing allegations of reckless driving after exclusive video captured the driver crossing a double yellow line and speeding away. FOX 5's Melanie Alnwick says despite the video evidence, the driver remains employed, though it is unclear whether they are still operating a school bus.

Maryland Terps women's basketball beats Alabama 111-108 in double-overtime to advance to Sweet 16

The Maryland Terrapins pulled off a thrilling double-overtime victory on Monday, edging out Alabama 111-108 in the second round of the NCAA women’s basketball tournament to secure a Sweet 16 berth.

3 charged in string of Maryland 7-Eleven ATM robberies

Three Washington, D.C. men have been arrested and charged in connection with a series of 7-Eleven ATM robberies in Maryland that allegedly netted them $200,000 in cash.

Maryland Terps edge Colorado State in 72-71 March Madness buzzer-beater to advance to Sweet 16

Derik Queen nailed a fadeaway jumper at the buzzer, lifting the Maryland Terrapins to a dramatic 72-71 victory over Colorado State in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday. The win sends Maryland to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2016.

Maryland AG investigating after police pursuit ends in deadly crash

The Maryland Attorney General’s Independent Investigations Unit is looking into a crash that happened in Prince George’s County Friday night.

Maryland leaders consider program to help fired federal workers manage mortgage payments

Maryland is home to approximately 150,000 federal employees and thousands of them have already lost their jobs as DOGE continues to make federal cuts to the workforce. Now, many are at risk of losing their homes and leaders in Prince George's County are looking for ways to help. 

Maryland teen charged after recording device found in UMD bathroom: police

A Maryland teen has been charged after a portable recording device was found inside a single-use bathroom at a residence hall at the University of Maryland. 

Inspectors confirm Vie Towers power outage resolved; families contact FOX 5 with building concerns

A City of Hyattsville official confirms city code inspectors have given the Vie Towers apartment building in Hyattsville, MD an "all clear" following reports of a major power outage that could've forced hundreds of college students out of their homes. 

2 hospitalized, 7 rescued from Prince George’s County apartment fire

Authorities say two people were hospitalized and seven were rescued after a fire at an apartment complex in Prince George’s County.

Schools across DC region rally against proposed education cuts

Parents, teachers, and students in the Washington, D.C. region are joining a nationwide movement to protest sweeping federal education budget cuts. Organized "walk-ins" are taking place at schools across the country, including Wise High School and several others in Prince George’s County, as part of an effort led by the National Education Association.