Kilmar Abrego Garcia to remain in the US as he fights deportation to Uganda

A federal judge says Kilmar Abrego Garcia must remain in the United States as he challenges the Trump administration's plans to deport him to Uganda.

Maryland State Police helicopter saves hiker after 25-foot fall

A Maryland State Police (MSP) helicopter crew hoisted a hiker to safety over the weekend after the person fell roughly 25 feet from a tree down a steep embankment in a remote area of Charles County.

EXCEL Academy Public Charter School closes days before the first day of school

Parents of students at EXCEL Academy Public Charter School say they were told on Friday that the school was closing, just days before the first day of school. 

Zip Trip 2025: FOX 5 brings the fun to Frederick!

FOX 5 rolled into Frederick on Friday for the second-to-last Zip Trip of the 2025 season!

Sunny, breezy weekend ahead as Hurricane Erin pulls away from East Coast

Skies are clearing across the D.C. region on Friday as Hurricane Erin drifts farther out to sea, leaving behind a stretch of sunny, dry weather.

3 hospitalized in critical condition after carbon monoxide exposure in Upper Marlboro

Three adults were hospitalized in critical condition Thursday morning after a carbon monoxide emergency at a townhome in Prince George’s County, officials said.

Hurricane Erin brings gusty winds to DMV region Thursday

Hurricane Erin continues to bring along strong gusty winds to much of the East Coast on Thursday as it makes its way to the North Atlantic. 

Mother charged in death of 3-year-old child in Columbia

A 27-year-old mother has been charged with murder and child abuse in the death of her 3-year-old child, police said.

Powerball: Two $500,000 winning lottery tickets sold in Maryland, jackpot now $700M

Two Powerball tickets worth $500,000 each were sold in Prince George's County. Find out where they were sold and learn about the next drawing's $700 million jackpot.

Police: Deadly Columbia shooting was targeted; $5K reward offered

Authorities are offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a suspect they say shot and killed a man in a targeted attack earlier this week in Columbia.

Governor Wes Moore appeals federal flood aid denial for western Maryland

Governor Wes Moore is renewing efforts to secure federal disaster aid for Allegany and Garrett Counties following the devastating spring floods that submerged parts of Western Maryland earlier this year.

Warm Wednesday in DC; Hurricane Erin to impact coast conditions Thursday

A warmer Wednesday across the Washington, D.C. region brings some afternoon sunshine, while coastal areas of Maryland, Virginia and Delaware could feel the effects of Hurricane Erin by Thursday.