DC weather: Coldest temperatures of the season move into region Monday

Significantly colder air is moving into the Washington, D.C., region Monday as overnight rain and a cold front sweep across the area.

Man shot, killed near Germantown Road in Montgomery County, Maryland

A shooting near Germantown Road and Middlebrook Road has left one man dead, according to the Montgomery County Police Department.

Woman pleads guilty to crash that killed NFL player Khyree Jackson, 2 friends in 2024

The suspect in a high-speed drunk driving crash in Prince George's County that killed three friends, one of whom was an NFL player, pleaded guilty on Friday. 

Flights cancelled nationwide as shutdown hits major airports

The Federal Aviation Administration’s unprecedented order to reduce flights nationwide amid the record-long government shutdown is taking effect Friday.

7 treated after suspicious package opened at Joint Base Andrews

Seven people were treated and evaluated at Joint Base Andrews on Thursday after feeling ill when a suspicious package was opened, a base spokesperson said.

Montgomery County gun buyback targets firearms, ghost guns

Montgomery County will host its fourth annual Gun Buyback Event Saturday, Nov. 15, at RedGate Park in Rockville, aiming to reduce the number of firearms on community streets.

Local baker offers free birthday cakes to furloughed federal workers

Thursday marked the 37th day of the government shutdown. It’s now the longest shutdown in American history and lawmakers remain locked in a stalemate. 

DMV Winter 2025-2026 Outlook: Earlier first snow, how much snowfall to expect

D.C.'s winter forecast hints at the first significant snowfall potentially arriving before Christmas! Here's the full 2025-2026 FOX 5 Winter Outlook for the Washington D.C. metro, northern Virginia and Maryland.

Government Shutdown 2025 Update: FAA reducing air traffic at airports nationwide

The Federal Aviation Administration announced Wednesday it will cut air traffic by 10% across 40 high-volume markets starting Friday morning, citing safety concerns as air traffic controllers show signs of strain during the ongoing government shutdown.

Prince George's County leaders organize food drive for federal workers in need

The federal shutdown, now the longest in U.S. history, is forcing furloughed workers and veterans in Prince George’s County to rely on food distribution centers to feed their families.

Fall foliage near its peak across the DMV: Here’s where to see the best color

The DMV is bursting with autumn color - but if you want to catch the leaves at their best, now’s the time to get outside. According to the latest fall color reports, foliage is peaking across much of the region this week and next, offering one last chance to soak in the reds, yellows, and oranges before they fade.

DC weather: Warm Wednesday before cold temperatures return

After a chilly start, Wednesday brings a brief warmup across the D.C. region, with sunny skies and highs in the low 70s.

Maryland reports modest gains in school performance, student success rates

The State of Maryland announced modest gains in statewide academic performance and student success. A new report analyzed more than 1,400 schools across Maryland’s 23 counties, including Baltimore City.

Montgomery County Police Department faces critical staff shortage

The Montgomery County Police Department is sounding the alarm over a serious police staffing shortage, expressing fears that these vacancies could impact public safety in Maryland's largest jurisdiction.