'Our people are dying': Rachel Morin's mom sounds alarm about illegal immigration after daughter's murder

The mother of a woman allegedly murdered by an illegal immigrant from El Salvador gave emotional testimony to lawmakers Wednesday about the moment she found out about her daughter’s death while testifying that U.S. borders are "not safe."

Messy Wednesday commute as rain returns to DC region

Showers and thunderstorms are expected across the Washington, D.C. region on Wednesday, potentially complicating the commute for drivers.

Parents confront Northwest High School officials over delayed notification of student’s gun arrest

Parents in Montgomery County expressed frustration during a heated meeting Tuesday with Northwest High School officials after a student was arrested for bringing a loaded gun to school. 

12-year-old accused of serial car thefts in Montgomery County also reported missing 3 times

FOX 5 has learned new information about a 12-year-old boy accused of stealing multiple cars and scooters across Montgomery County.  It turns out that he's apparently the same boy that D.C. police have reported missing several times over many months.  

When is the first day of fall 2024?

You can feel it in the crisp air across the DMV. Fall is almost here!

Tropical moisture brings much-needed rain to DC region

Rain is expected across the Washington, D.C. Tuesday, with tropical moisture bringing much-needed precipitation. While the impact has lessened over the past 24 hours, the area should still prepare for a humid, breezy day with intermittent showers.

Montgomery County considers noise cameras to curb loud vehicles

Montgomery County is considering a pilot program to install noise cameras aimed at reducing excessive noise from vehicles. County Council members will hold a listening session on Tuesday to discuss the proposal.

How to register to vote in DC, Maryland, & Virginia

Here’s how you can register to vote in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia on National Voter Registration Day.

Senior stabbed at Friendship Heights Metro Station; Good Samaritan helps police catch suspect

A 66-year-old woman is recovering in the hospital after surviving a stabbing at the Friendship Heights Metro station in Maryland, just steps from the D.C. line. A good Samaritan is being credited with helping police catch the suspect.

Rehoboth Beach added to list of shorelines closed due to medical waste washing up

Rehoboth Beach is the latest popular vacation spot added to the long list on Monday, joining Dewey Beach, Fenwick Island, Ocean City, Assateague Island National Park, Chincoteague and more in telling swimmers to stay out of the water and warning visitors to wear closed-toe shoes on the beach.