String of Takoma Park food truck robberies under investigation

An investigation is underway into a string of food truck robberies in Takoma Park, Maryland, according to police.

Montgomery County town ends prohibition on backyard chickens

Poolesville in Montgomery County passed an ordinance this week that reverses the prohibition on being able to keep chickens in your backyard.

1 dead after fiery crash involving school bus in Prince George's County

A motorcyclist is dead after a fiery crash on Wendesday involving a school bus in Prince George's County, according to authorities.

Maryland man charged with multiple oyster violations

Authorities have charged a man they say committed multiple oyster violations in. St. Mary's County

2.6-magnitude earthquake recorded off coast of Assateague Island

A minor 2.6 magnitude earthquake was recorded off the coast of Assateague Island near the Maryland and Virginia line.

Harriet Tubman statue's staff recovered by police after stolen in December

A piece of a statue of Harriet Tubman that was stolen when the monument was defaced last December in Annapolis has been recovered by police.

Maryland drunk driving law has loophole that needs to be closed, advocates say

The family of a Montgomery County police officer who was killed by a drunk driver says the law bearing his name to stop drunk driving has a massive loophole that needs to be closed.

Hagerstown appoints first Black mayor

Hagerstown has appointed its first Black mayor after a vote on Tuesday night.

Top 10 restaurants for Valentine's Day celebrations in the DMV

Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner, a place to celebrate friendship or anything in between, FOX 5 has you covered with the best places in the DMV to dine at this Valentine's Day.

Frederick woman accused of stealing 5 cars in 2 months arrested

A Frederick woman was arrested last week for allegedly possessing illegal drugs and stealing five cars over the span of two months.

Chevy Chase homeowner says Audi SUV stolen despite key fob in house

The National Insurance Crime Bureau has been warning about similar crimes for a few years now where thieves use a device that can pick up the radio signal from your key fob — even if it’s inside your home.

DMV 'catfishing' victims scammed out of over $43M in 2021

Romance scammers take to dating apps and social media sites around Valentine's Day to take advantage of people looking for connections this time of year.