America250: Highlighting the National Museum of Health and Medicine
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FOX 5 is continuing to celebrate America250: In Your Hometown. Today, our Erin Como highlights the National Museum of Health and Medicine in Montogmery County and what you can experience. 

Fast-moving fire rips through RVs at Maryland campsite
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A destructive fire, captured on camera by a neighbor, destroyed a southern Maryland couple's longtime home. FOX 5's Bob Barnard is live from the scene of the fire.

Donna Rae Garff Marriott, matriarch of Marriott hotel family, dies at 90

Donna Rae Garff Marriott, the wife of Marriott International Executive Chairman Emeritus Bill Marriott Jr. and a longtime figure in the Marriott hotel family, has died at the age of 90, the company announced.

Father charged in death of 4-month-old baby in Prince George's County

A Prince George’s County father is facing multiple murder and child abuse charges in connection with the death of his 4-month-old son, police said.

Multiple campers destroyed in fast-moving fire at Patuxent Camp Sites in Calvert County

A fast-moving fire tore through part of the Patuxent Camp Sites in Calvert County Tuesday afternoon, destroying multiple campers and displacing several families.

Armed suspects demand money in overnight Glen Burnie 7-Eleven robbery

Anne Arundel County police are searching for three suspects after an armed robbery at a 7-Eleven in Glen Burnie early Tuesday morning.

New laws for DC, Maryland and Virginia on January 1, 2026

In 2026, residents in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., will see significant changes as a range of new laws go into effect. 

Residents left without heat, power at Hyattsville condominium complex
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Several families in Hyattsville were without heat Tuesday night, and now, they’re also left in the dark on a bitterly cold night. The property manager says he's aware of the situation and is working on it, but those suffering through the frigid temperatures are feeling frustrated.

140 DUI arrests since Thanksgiving as Montgomery County ramps up New Year’s Eve patrols

Montgomery County police say they will have extra officers on the roads and in communities ahead of New Year’s Eve, with a focus on stopping drunk drivers and keeping celebrations safe.

Wala Blegay to serve as at-large councilmember for Prince George's County

One week after Prince George’s County at-large councilmember Calvin Hawkins resigned, a familiar face was chosen to fill his seat.  

Wind advisories remain in effect across DC region
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Cleanup continues across the DMV after fierce winds blew through with many areas seeing gusts around 50 miles per hour. FOX 5's David Kaplan is live in Rockville with more.

Maryland man accused of kidnapping 13-yeaar-old girl from Kentucky
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A Silver Spring man accused of kidnapping a 13-year-old girl from Kentucky will be extradited there to face charges. The suspect appeared in court in Montgomery County on Monday, saying the entire incident was a "misunderstanding." FOX 5's Tisha Lewis has more.

Wala Blegay to fill at-large councilmember seat for Prince George's County
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One week after Prince George’s County at-large councilmember Calvin Hawkins resigned, a familiar face was chosen to fill his seat. Hawkins' replacement will be representative for Ward 6, Wala Blegay. FOX 5’s Tom Fitzgerald is live in Landover with more.

22-year-old man charged with killing his mother inside Laurel home

A 22-year-old man is facing a first-degree murder charge after police say he killed his mother inside their home in Laurel late Saturday night.

Missing Kentucky teen found in Maryland; kidnapping charge raises questions

A missing Kentucky teenager has been found in Silver Spring, leading to a kidnapping charge against the man she was living with — though relatives of the suspect say the circumstances may be more complicated.