SNOW FORECAST: Snow, sleet and rain expected Sunday into Monday across DC region
It is becoming increasingly likely that parts of the region will be dealing with a significantly impactful winter storm during the second half of the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend.
It is becoming increasingly likely that parts of the region will be dealing with a significantly impactful winter storm during the second half of the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend.
Spotsylvania couple killed in multi-vehicle crash
A Spotsylvania County couple died from injuries sustained in a four-vehicle collision on Wednesday.
A Spotsylvania County couple died from injuries sustained in a four-vehicle collision on Wednesday.
Virginia bill would do away with state-run ABC liquor stores
A Virginia lawmaker has filed a bill that would do away with the state's monopoly on liquor sales and put an end to state-run ABC stores.
A Virginia lawmaker has filed a bill that would do away with the state's monopoly on liquor sales and put an end to state-run ABC stores.
Thomas Jefferson High School's revamped admissions process continues to cause controversy
The revamped admissions process for a top local high school is in the hot seat yet again after new records show a school board member claiming the process had anti-Asian undertones.
The revamped admissions process for a top local high school is in the hot seat yet again after new records show a school board member claiming the process had anti-Asian undertones.
Loudoun County teenager sentenced for 2 sex assaults, must register as sex offender
A Loudoun County teenager charged with sexual assaults at two different high schools has been found guilty and will be placed in a residential treatment facility.
A Loudoun County teenager charged with sexual assaults at two different high schools has been found guilty and will be placed in a residential treatment facility.
Northern Virginia counties prepare for possible snowstorm as state leadership changes
With more snow possibly on the way in Virginia this weekend, counties are trying to avoid the catastrophe we saw earlier this month on the I-95 corridor, including Stafford County where it took some residents days to dig out of the snow.
With more snow possibly on the way in Virginia this weekend, counties are trying to avoid the catastrophe we saw earlier this month on the I-95 corridor, including Stafford County where it took some residents days to dig out of the snow.
I-95 Shutdown: Virginia lawmaker proposes bill that would prevent future traffic disasters
The Virginia legislative session starts Wednesday and some lawmakers are preparing ideas to improve the driving situation during snowstorms like the one that recently struck the D.C. region leaving drivers stranded overnight.
The Virginia legislative session starts Wednesday and some lawmakers are preparing ideas to improve the driving situation during snowstorms like the one that recently struck the D.C. region leaving drivers stranded overnight.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam to deliver final State of the Commonwealth Address
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam will deliver his final State of the Commonwealth address before a joint session of the General Assembly on Wednesday at 7 p.m.
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam will deliver his final State of the Commonwealth address before a joint session of the General Assembly on Wednesday at 7 p.m.
Spotsylvania County superintendent fired after contentious school board meeting
An area superintendent is out of a job after a contentious Spotsylvania County Public School Board meeting Monday night shifted the board's majority and put a member who supports burning books in charge.
An area superintendent is out of a job after a contentious Spotsylvania County Public School Board meeting Monday night shifted the board's majority and put a member who supports burning books in charge.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam issues 30-day emergency order to help hospitals
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam took steps on Monday to increase Virginia’s hospital capacity and support healthcare workers responding to COVID-19 after a record number of hospitalizations were posted on Friday.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam took steps on Monday to increase Virginia’s hospital capacity and support healthcare workers responding to COVID-19 after a record number of hospitalizations were posted on Friday.
Shopping Cart Killer: Owner of hotel where Robinson met victims speaks out amid investigation
The owner of the Moon Inn Hotel, where suspected serial killer Anthony Robinson would meet his alleged victims, is speaking out for the first time to FOX 5.
The owner of the Moon Inn Hotel, where suspected serial killer Anthony Robinson would meet his alleged victims, is speaking out for the first time to FOX 5.
Innocent bystander shot at Alexandria 7-Eleven; 3 people arrested, police say
Alexandria police confirm the woman shot at an Alexandria 7-Eleven Sunday afternoon was an innocent bystander and her injuries are now life-threatening.
Alexandria police confirm the woman shot at an Alexandria 7-Eleven Sunday afternoon was an innocent bystander and her injuries are now life-threatening.
Shopping Cart Killer: Possible 5th victim found; 2 alleged victims identified by Fairfax County Police
The man known as the Shopping Cart Killer, Anthony Robinson, who is currently charged with two murders in Harrisonburg, is the primary and singular suspect in the murders of two other women. A possible fifth victim of his has also been found in D.C., Fairfax County Police announced Thursday night.
The man known as the Shopping Cart Killer, Anthony Robinson, who is currently charged with two murders in Harrisonburg, is the primary and singular suspect in the murders of two other women. A possible fifth victim of his has also been found in D.C., Fairfax County Police announced Thursday night.
Will adjustments need to be made to DMV school calendars due to missed days?
Many school districts in the DMV only went to school one or two days this week due to snow, if any, and in a year when many parents want their children in school after being remote much of last year, anxiety is climbing. Many parents want to know: are we close to making adjustments to school calendars?
Many school districts in the DMV only went to school one or two days this week due to snow, if any, and in a year when many parents want their children in school after being remote much of last year, anxiety is climbing. Many parents want to know: are we close to making adjustments to school calendars?
SNOWFALL FORECAST: How winter weather predictions stacked up to reality on Friday
Meteorologists are scientists, and in the world of science, comparing expectations to reality is key. FOX 5's Matthew Cappucci looks back at his predictions for Thursday's snowfall to see how his predictions stacked up.
Meteorologists are scientists, and in the world of science, comparing expectations to reality is key. FOX 5's Matthew Cappucci looks back at his predictions for Thursday's snowfall to see how his predictions stacked up.
Virginia snowfall adds to concerns over power outages in Stafford
Thousands remain without power in Stafford County as additional snowfall Friday added to concerns over when service would be restored.
Thousands remain without power in Stafford County as additional snowfall Friday added to concerns over when service would be restored.
Virginia crews pre-treat roadways ahead of snowfall expected Thursday night
The Virginia Department of Transportation says crews have been pre-treating roadways since Wednesday night in preparation for snowfall on Thursday night, something they weren't able to do before Monday's snowstorm that caused major headaches.
The Virginia Department of Transportation says crews have been pre-treating roadways since Wednesday night in preparation for snowfall on Thursday night, something they weren't able to do before Monday's snowstorm that caused major headaches.
Northern Virginia school closings fueled by staffing shortages, COVID-19
Parents in northern Virginia were frustrated that their children weren’t back to school on Thursday. FOX 5 is learning how it highlights a big problem schools are facing right now: staffing.
Parents in northern Virginia were frustrated that their children weren’t back to school on Thursday. FOX 5 is learning how it highlights a big problem schools are facing right now: staffing.
Virginia declares state of emergency ahead of next winter snowstorm
Virginia has already declared a state of emergency ahead of a new winter snowstorm that's expected to move into the D.C. region Thursday night into Friday morning.
Virginia has already declared a state of emergency ahead of a new winter snowstorm that's expected to move into the D.C. region Thursday night into Friday morning.
Uber driver stranded on I-95 buys teen passenger hotel room, offered new job
Uber driver DaVante Williams was stranded with a teenage passenger for hours on the snowy I-95 and is being praised for going “above and beyond” to get her home safe.
Uber driver DaVante Williams was stranded with a teenage passenger for hours on the snowy I-95 and is being praised for going “above and beyond” to get her home safe.