DC snowstorm, Arctic blast threaten region this weekend
A surge of Arctic air is set to move into the Washington, D.C. region this weekend, bringing the threat of heavy snow, dangerous cold and the potential for travel delays and school disruptions.
A surge of Arctic air is set to move into the Washington, D.C. region this weekend, bringing the threat of heavy snow, dangerous cold and the potential for travel delays and school disruptions.
Sewage spill causes trouble for commuters in Montgomery County
A sewage spill is continuing to impact commuters in Montgomery County. Crews have been working on the issue for over a week, but it’s continuing to cause a headache for commuters — and a stink. FOX 5's Shomari Stone reports.
A sewage spill is continuing to impact commuters in Montgomery County. Crews have been working on the issue for over a week, but it’s continuing to cause a headache for commuters — and a stink. FOX 5's Shomari Stone reports.
2026 SNAP benefit amounts for Virginia, Maryland, DC: Here’s how much families can receive
SNAP benefit amounts for 2026 vary by household size and income. This article explains the maximum monthly benefits and how payments are calculated.
SNAP benefit amounts for 2026 vary by household size and income. This article explains the maximum monthly benefits and how payments are calculated.
DC, Maryland and Virginia tax scam warning: How to spot fake IRS contacts and protect yourself
Tax season is a busy time, and it’s also when scammers are most active. Knowing the warning signs of tax scams and how the IRS actually contacts people can help you avoid becoming a victim.
Tax season is a busy time, and it’s also when scammers are most active. Knowing the warning signs of tax scams and how the IRS actually contacts people can help you avoid becoming a victim.
Weekend winter storm: DMV prepares for snow threat
Transportation crews across the Washington, D.C. region are preparing for a winter storm that has the potential to drop a significant amount of snow across the area.
Transportation crews across the Washington, D.C. region are preparing for a winter storm that has the potential to drop a significant amount of snow across the area.
DC Water crews continue work on major sewage spill
DC Water crews are working to build a bypass system to control a sanitary sewer overflow from the Potomac Interceptor, which has caused a significant spill into the C&O Canal National Historical Park.
DC Water crews are working to build a bypass system to control a sanitary sewer overflow from the Potomac Interceptor, which has caused a significant spill into the C&O Canal National Historical Park.
New Montgomery County bills aim to restrict ICE access and ban face coverings
Two Montgomery County council members unveil two new bills targeting how ICE agents do their jobs, and where they can go. FOX 5’s Tom Fitzgerald is live in Rockville.
Two Montgomery County council members unveil two new bills targeting how ICE agents do their jobs, and where they can go. FOX 5’s Tom Fitzgerald is live in Rockville.
Montgomery County police investigating after Islamophobic graffiti found at Bethesda high school
Authorities are continuing to investigate after Islamophobic graffiti was found at a high school in Bethesda.
Authorities are continuing to investigate after Islamophobic graffiti was found at a high school in Bethesda.
Potomac community playground reopens nearly 2 years after being burned down in arson fire
A community playground is back open nearly two years after authorities said it was destroyed by arson.
A community playground is back open nearly two years after authorities said it was destroyed by arson.
Potomac playground reopens nearly 2 years after arson fire
A community playground is back open nearly two years after authorities said it was destroyed by arson.
A community playground is back open nearly two years after authorities said it was destroyed by arson.
DC weather: Sizable snowstorm possible this weekend as polar vortex brings bitter cold
A bitter blast of cold air settles over the D.C. region Tuesday as all eyes turn to a potential weekend winter storm that could deliver significant snowfall.
A bitter blast of cold air settles over the D.C. region Tuesday as all eyes turn to a potential weekend winter storm that could deliver significant snowfall.
Man killed in parking lot hit‑and‑run; suspect identified, police say
Authorities have identified a suspect after a man was struck and killed Monday night in a parking‑lot hit‑and‑run.
Authorities have identified a suspect after a man was struck and killed Monday night in a parking‑lot hit‑and‑run.
Polar vortex, snow models used to track impact of possible weekend storm in DC
A storm riding the edge of incoming polar air could bring the D.C. region a meaningful snowfall Sunday, but the exact track will determine whether the region sees a decent storm or misses out entirely.
A storm riding the edge of incoming polar air could bring the D.C. region a meaningful snowfall Sunday, but the exact track will determine whether the region sees a decent storm or misses out entirely.
Maryland is one of the worst states to drive in: report
Maryland was ranked the 5th worst state to drive in this year, according to a new study.
Maryland was ranked the 5th worst state to drive in this year, according to a new study.
2 bills addressing data center development introduced in Montgomery County
The data‑center debate is coming to Montgomery County with two competing bills aimed at regulating how and where the facilities can be built.
The data‑center debate is coming to Montgomery County with two competing bills aimed at regulating how and where the facilities can be built.
Maryland legislation would 'digitally unmask' ICE agents
As anti-ICE protests continue to gather across the nation, one Maryland lawmaker is taking action to provide some protection in his state.
As anti-ICE protests continue to gather across the nation, one Maryland lawmaker is taking action to provide some protection in his state.
$25,000 reward offered in fatal shooting of 60-year-old Maryland woman
Prince George's County police are asking for the public's help to identify and locate a homicide suspect.
Prince George's County police are asking for the public's help to identify and locate a homicide suspect.
Maryland is getting a 'Sphere'—here's what to know
Sphere Entertainment plans to build a new, immersive venue at National Harbor, Maryland.
Sphere Entertainment plans to build a new, immersive venue at National Harbor, Maryland.
4 suspects charged with murder of 14-year-old from DC
A teenager is dead after what police say appears to be a gang-related murder carried out by four suspects in Prince George's County last year.
A teenager is dead after what police say appears to be a gang-related murder carried out by four suspects in Prince George's County last year.
Driver speeds away from attempted traffic stop, dies in Route 32 crash: officials
A deadly crash shut down part of Route 32 in Howard County early Saturday after a driver sped away from an attempted traffic stop and crashed on a nearby ramp, according to state investigators.
A deadly crash shut down part of Route 32 in Howard County early Saturday after a driver sped away from an attempted traffic stop and crashed on a nearby ramp, according to state investigators.