2-alarm fire destroys Frederick townhouse
A two-alarm fire ripped through a Frederick townhouse early Sunday morning, displacing nine residents, including four children.
Driver dies in crash after fleeing traffic stop in Ellicott City
A man died on Sunday after fleeing police during a traffic stop in Ellicott City, prompting an investigation by Howard County police.
Motorcyclist killed after early-morning crash in Laurel
Howard County police say one person was killed early Saturday morning in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash along Route 216 in Laurel.
Woman in custody after standoff, alleged stabbing in Montgomery County: police
Montgomery County Police have taken a woman into custody following an alleged stabbing which led to a barricade situation.
Alligator with mouth taped shut abandoned in parking lot
An alligator was abandoned in the parking lot of a reptile shop in Harford County late Thursday night, per officials.
Over 40 PGCPS schools with cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
Schools in Prince George's County are dealing with a viral outbreak of Hand, Foot and Mouth disease.
Quince Orchard High School evacuated after water leak
Officials responded to Quince Orchard High School for a water leak Friday afternoon.
Solaire Social Food Hall closes suddenly in Silver Spring
Just 17 months after opening in downtown Silver Spring, Solaire Social Food Hall is closing on Friday.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: No deal on pay, airports brace for travel disruptions on day 24
Friday marks day 24 of the government shutdown that is quickly approaching a full month.
Freeze Warnings, Frost Advisories or parts of Maryland, Virginia as temperatures drop
Freeze warnings and frost advisories remain in effect until 9 a.m. Friday for portions of central and northern Maryland, central and northern Virginia, and the eastern panhandle of West Virginia, as temperatures drop across the region.
Deputies shoot armed woman who pointed gun outside Maryland medical center, officials say
A 34-year-old woman remains hospitalized in stable condition after being shot by deputies Thursday night outside a medical center in Lexington Park, Maryland.
Prince George's County man arrested for allegedly impersonating police officer
A man is behind bars, accused of impersonating a police officer in Prince George's County.
FEMA denies funding for western Maryland hit by severe flooding over summer
Flood victims in western Maryland have now been officially denied any additional federal funding.
FOX 5 takes you inside Markoff’s Haunted Forest for Halloween thrills and chills
Get ready for a night of fright when FOX 5’s Like it or Not hits the road Thursday evening for a special Halloween edition live from Markoff’s Haunted Forest in Dickerson, Maryland!
Maryland man sentenced to 3 years in prison for possession of homemade explosive materials
A Frederick County judge has sentenced 20-year-old John Timothy Lightfield to three years in prison after authorities discovered materials used to make homemade explosives inside his apartment.
Vehicle off road causes early delays before Capital Beltway
A crash involving a vehicle caused early morning traffic delays Wednesday near the Capital Beltway.
Freeze Warnings, Frost Advisories issued for parts of Maryland, Virginia
The National Weather Service has issued Freeze Warnings and Frost Advisories across portions of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia as cold temperatures settle into the area Thursday and Friday.
New bill would lift pit bull ban in Prince George's County
Pit bulls may soon be welcome in Prince George's County after a decades-long ban. The county council is considering a bill right now that would lift the ban.
Car drives through Maryland Verizon store, 88-year-old hospitalized
Investigators said they don't yet know why the car, which was parked in front of the store, hopped the curb and drove through the store.
Traffic Alert: Tuesday delays in Bethesda, Cabin John and Woodbridge
Drivers across the Washington, D.C. region are facing delays during the Tuesday morning commute due to multiple incidents causing significant backups.



















