New flood maps identify risk missed by FEMA after Silver Spring floods

After a weekend of severe flash flooding across the DMV, including Montgomery County and Silver Spring, the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) says some of the hardest-hit areas weren’t flagged on FEMA’s flood maps.

Man pleads guilty after burning “TRUMP" into road; avoids jail time

A Glen Burnie man who used a flamethrower to burn political messages into a public roadway has pleaded guilty to second-degree malicious burning and will serve probation in lieu of jail time. 

Pleasant weather Wednesday in DC region before heat, humidity and storms return

A stretch of pleasant summer weather continues Wednesday across the D.C. area ahead of an expected late week return to more hot and humid temperatures with the possibility of storms.

DC, Maryland lawmakers push to remove segregationist’s name from Chevy Chase Circle fountain

Congressional representatives and a senator introduced a bill Tuesday to remove the name of former U.S. Senator and known segregationist Francis Newlands from a memorial fountain at the center of Chevy Chase Circle.

WATCH: ICE agents arrest Ethiopian man in Takoma Park

U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agents arrested an Ethiopian man convicted of rape in Takoma Park, Maryland. 

Police search for missing man with autism last seen Monday in Rockville

Montgomery County Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing man with autism who was last seen Monday afternoon.

New York merchant marine wins $1 million Maryland lottery prize

A merchant marine from New York has claimed a $1 million Maryland Lottery prize after purchasing scratch-off tickets during a work assignment at the Port of Baltimore.

Montgomery County Council to vote on 'missing middle' housing plan

The Montgomery County Council is set to vote Tuesday afternoon on a controversial housing proposal that could reshape development along major corridors and expand options for middle-income residents.

Rideshare driver attacked during attempted carjacking in Bethesda; 3 suspects sought

Police are asking for the public's help to identify and locate three suspects wanted for an attempted strong-arm carjacking in Bethesda nearly two months ago.

FBI agent convicted of rape, sex assault of young women at Maryland tattoo shops

A Maryland man and veteran FBI agent could spend the rest of his life behind bars after being found guilty of raping and sexually assaulting at least three women.

Cleanup continues after flash floods slam the DMV

Cleanup was still underway Monday morning after a stormy weekend brought flooding and damage to parts of the D.C. region.

DC weather: Will DMV see more rain and storms Monday?

The Washington area will enjoy mostly sunny skies and low humidity Monday, with temperatures climbing into the upper-70s and low-80s by the afternoon.

20 rescued from building, dozens from vehicles as storms flood DMV

At least 20 people were stranded Saturday evening after floodwaters surrounded a building in Chevy Chase as severe storms swept through the D.C. area, officials said.

Taraji P. Henson heads to Prince George's County

Actress Taraji P. Henson heads to Prince George's County for a special in-person meet and greet. 

Bicyclist killed in Prince George’s County hit-and-run identified

Authorities have identified the bicyclist killed in a hit-and-run crash Thursday in Prince George’s County as Tara Carter, 55, of Lanham.

FOX 5 celebrates Zip Trip in Silver Spring!

The FOX 5 team is celebrating this week’s Zip Trip in Silver Spring -- a vibrant community just outside Washington, D.C., known for its family-friendly mix of shopping, dining and entertainment!