Virginia Governor Debate: Candidates clash over shutdown, violent rhetoric

Virginia gubernatorial candidates, Republican Winsome Earle-Sears and Democrat Abigail Spanberger, squared off Thursday in their first and only gubernatorial debate that was a fiery exchange that turned combative from the opening question.

Virginia teen says FBI raided his Leesburg home days after manhole explosions

FOX 5 spoke with an 18-year-old who says his home was raided by police and the FBI as they investigated a possible connection with a series of manhole explosions in a northern Virginia neighborhood.

DC weather: Cool, dry Friday before weekend storms

Sunshine and dry conditions across the Washington, D.C. region Friday ahead of a weekend storm system that’s expected to bring rain to the area.

School bus, tractor-trailer crash delays traffic on I-95 in Virginia

A crash involving a school bus and a tractor-trailer is causing delays on northbound I-95 just before Interstate 495 near Springfield.

Making history: VA poised to elect its first female governor

For the first time, Virginia is set to elect its first female governor. Virginia is one of 18 states that have never had a woman serve as governor, according to the Center for American Women and Politics (CAWP).

FBI raids home in connection with Leesburg manhole explosions

The FBI, along with Loudoun County Fire Rescue and other regional partners, were part of a search warrant executed in Leesburg in connection with an early-morning explosion from over the weekend. 

DC weather: Sunny, breezy, and chilly Thursday

Fall settles in across the Washington, D.C. region on Thursday with sunshine, breezy conditions and cooler-than-average temperatures in the mid-60s.

Pickleball vs. tennis: Vandalism reported at Fairfax County courts

Fairfax County says pickleball players have repeatedly vandalized a tennis court – part of a back-and-forth debate continuing in one neighborhood. 

Suspect in gas mask attacks couple outside Virginia home

A Northern Virginia couple is recovering after a bizarre and violent attack outside their home late Sunday night.

Blast rattles Loudoun Co. neighborhood, cause under investigation

Residents of Sparkleberry Terrace in Loudoun County expressed concern on Tuesday over the reported explosion they heard outside their windows around 4 a.m. on Sunday.

DC weather: Wednesday morning showers, afternoon sunshine

Keep the rain gear handy Wednesday, but expect a brighter afternoon as rain moves through the D.C. region during the morning.

Prince William County unveils 24/7 mental health crisis center

A groundbreaking facility in Prince William County aims to transform the way mental health crises are addressed.

DC weather: Dry afternoon, evening showers possible Tuesday

Expect a dry start and finish to the workday Tuesday, but clouds and scattered showers could roll in later tonight.