DC Snow Forecast: Winter Storm Warning, State of Emergency issued for region

Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia have all declared a state of emergency as a major winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow, dangerous cold and the likelihood of travel delays and school disruptions to the region. 

What a winter weather 'state of emergency means' — and what it actually does

A state of emergency is often declared ahead of major winter storms. This explainer breaks down what it does, how it helps officials prepare and what it means for the public.

FBI: Several arrested on federal drug‑distribution charges

Several people were arrested and now face federal drug‑distribution charges following an FBI investigation in Virginia, according to authorities.

Winter Storm Warning issued for entire DC region

The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning for the entire Washington, D.C. region on Friday ahead of a winter storm that is expected to bring heavy snow, ice and dangerous temperatures to the area this weekend.

Banfield murder trial LIVE UPDATES: Brendan Banfield to take the stand

Court resumes Friday in the Brendan Banfield murder trial in Fairfax County, where the defense is expected to conclude witness testimony.

Fairfax County school board approves changes to district's boundaries

In an 8-to-3 vote, Fairfax County school board members approved amended school boundaries, finalizing the first district-wide redistricting plan in decades. 

Fairfax County School Board to vote on changing school boundaries
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Fairfax County School Board members are expected to vote on amending school boundaries Thursday night. It’s the first redistricting in decades. Shirin Rajaee joins us live outside of tonight's school board meeting at Luther Jackson Middle School.

Winter storm watch vs. warning: What's the difference?

FOX 5's Weather Team says as of Thursday afternoon, models are showing a potential of a foot or more of snow for the D.C. area.

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger declares State of Emergency ahead of winter storm

Virginia officials say a major winter storm could bring snow, sleet and freezing rain statewide. Gov. Spanberger has declared a state of emergency and urged residents to stay off the roads.

How much snow is expected on Sunday? Here's what the models show so far

The Washington, D.C., region is bracing for a significant snowstorm this weekend, with the National Weather Service warning of an "Extreme" level threat. 

FBI operation underway at Haymarket chicken farm

The FBI’s Washington Field Office is conducting court-authorized law enforcement activity at a chicken farm in Haymarket, Virginia.

Winter Storm Watch Saturday into Monday as heavy snow threat builds in DC region

A Winter Storm Watch is in place from Saturday evening through Monday morning as a surge of Arctic air moves into the Washington, D.C. region, bringing the threat of heavy snow, dangerous cold and the potential for travel delays and school disruptions.

Why snow amounts are still uncertain ahead of weekend winter storm in DC, Virginia, Maryland

If you’ve noticed snow forecasts changing ahead of this weekend’s winter storm, you’re not alone, but it doesn’t mean forecasters are guessing. It means the atmosphere is still sorting out key details.

DC snowstorm, Arctic blast threaten region this weekend

A surge of Arctic air is set to move into the Washington, D.C. region this weekend, bringing the threat of heavy snow, dangerous cold and the potential for travel delays and school disruptions.

Police use AI to highlight clothing of suspect in Leesburg tobacco shop robbery
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Leesburg Police are looking for an armed robbery suspect. And while we're used to seeing surveillance images put out by police, Leesburg did something different to help find this suspect: they used AI. FOX 5's David Kaplan reports. 

FBI solves Colonial Parkway murders thanks to new technology, bureau says

Federal investigators say advances in forensic science have solved one of Virginia’s most notorious cold cases, linking the 1986 Colonial Parkway murders of Cathleen Thomas and Rebecca Dowski to Alan Wade Wilmer Sr., who died in 2017.