Homeowner shoots and kills intruder in Oakton; neighbors react

Detectives have identified 24-year-old Eduardo Santos of Herndon as the intruder who was shot and killed by a homeowner in Oakton Wednesday night.

Watch FOX 5's Veterans Day Special as we honor those who have served

Everyday - not just Veterans' Day, we at FOX 5 salute those who fought for our freedom and served in the military in DC, Maryland, Virginia and beyond. 

Things to do in DC, Maryland and Virginia this weekend

The weekend is approaching, and if you're looking for seasonal activities to do with friends or the whole family, FOX 5 has you covered!

2-year-old shoots himself in Manassas; mother wanted for child neglect

Prince William County Police are searching for the mother of a 2-year-old after the child was left unattended with a firearm and shot himself in the hand.

Woman to be granted new trial after being found guilty of killing mother, sister

A woman will be granted a new trial in Fairfax County after being found guilty of killing her mother and sister due to “a juror's inappropriate actions.”

Spanberger defeats Trump-endorsed Vega in pivotal Virginia congressional race

After a closely contested race, Abigail Spanberger has been re-elected to the U.S. House to represent Virginia's 7th Congressional District, according to the Associated Press.

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin calls out GOP after lackluster midterm results

The Republican Party won fewer congressional races than expected in Virginia and across the country. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin is now calling on the GOP to move beyond just talking about problems, and instead campaign on how they'll fix problems.

Where results stand after Election Day 2022 in DC, Maryland, Virginia and beyond

Tuesday night, results poured in from races across the DMV, including Maryland governor, D.C. mayor, and ballot initiatives in Maryland and the District. 

Democrat Jennifer Wexton wins reelection to US House in Virginia's 10th Congressional District

Democrat Jennifer Wexton won her reelection bid to the U.S. House in Virginia's 10th Congressional District by defeating political newcomer Hung Cao in a race in which she was favored.

Polls open on Election Day across DC region

Voters are heading to the polls across the D.C. region and the country Tuesday for the 2022 U.S. midterm elections.

What's at stake on Election Day for D.C., Maryland and Virginia

The balance of power in Congress will be decided on Election Day and Virginia looks to be a major player in which party controls the House and Senate. Meanwhile, a vote on who will lead both Maryland and D.C. is on the table.

Republican Liz Cheney endorses Democrat Abigail Spanberger in Virginia 7th District race

Republican Rep. Liz Cheney crossed the political aisle again this election year and endorsed a Democratic colleague in a competitive House race, backing former CIA officer Abigail Spanberger on Saturday as she seeks a third term in a newly redrawn district in northern Virginia.