Buddhist monks' 'Walk for Peace' reaches Alexandria on way to DC

Buddhist monks on a "Walk for Peace" made their way through Alexandria over the weekend as their long journey toward Washington, D.C., enters its final stretch.

These DC area schools were named among top universities in the world

Time Magazine recently released its list of the "World's Top Universities of 2026," featuring schools from Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia.

DC weather: Warming trend speeds melting; chance of a weekend wintry mix

A warming trend this week will help melt the lingering snow and ice from last month’s storm as the Washington, D.C. region watches the potential for a wintry weekend mix.

FCPD officer involved in fatal crash in Alexandria

Fairfax County police officers are on the scene of a crash involving an FCPD cruiser and another driver in Alexandria, Virginia. 

Virginia Democrats release proposed new congressional district map

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed a bill on Friday, sending four constitutional amendments to voters — one of which concerns congressional map redistricting.

2 juveniles detained after man injured in Springfield shooting
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A shooting inside a home Friday afternoon in Springfield, Virginia, left one victim in life-threatening condition, officials say. Police say two juveniles were detained following the shooting.

Buddhist monks make their way through northern Virginia on way to Washington, DC
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The Buddhist monks are on the move in northern Virginia, approaching Stafford. The group’s Walk for Peace started in Fort Worth, Texas, back in October and ends in Washington, D.C., next week. FOX 5’s Tisha Lewis joins us live from Stafford with more.

Buddhist monks on final leg of 'Walk for Peace' to DC

A group of Buddhist monks walking across the country for peace is continuing its trek through Northern Virginia on Friday as they near the final stretch of their 2,300‑mile journey to Washington, D.C.

School closings, delays in DC, Maryland, Virginia for Friday, February 6

School districts across the Washington, D.C. region are still dealing with lingering snow and ice from last month’s first major storm of the season. Many systems were closed for several days, and some remain on delayed schedules as crews continue clearing neighborhood roads and school campuses.

VIDEO: Surveillance footage captures alleged abuse of 13-year-old at Virginia psychiatric facility

A video obtained by the Winchester Gazette appears to show a 13-year-old psychiatric facility resident being dragged across a dorm room by his shirt wrapped around his neck. The footage is expected to play a key part in a trial scheduled to begin on Monday. 

Buddhist monks on 'Walk for Peace' reach Spotsylvania County
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A group of Buddhist monks marked Day 103 of their 2,300 mile "Walk for Peace" on Thursday with a lunch stop at Spotsylvania County Fire Company 8 in Spotsylvania Courthouse.

Buddhist monks on 'Walk for Peace' reach Spotsylvania County

A group of Buddhist monks marked Day 103 of their 2,300 mile "Walk for Peace" on Thursday with a lunch stop at Spotsylvania County Fire Company 8 in Spotsylvania Courthouse.

Driving with snow and ice on your car could be illegal: See what happens in DC, MD, VA

Snow and ice left on a vehicle can block visibility and break loose at highway speeds, putting other drivers at risk. Several states have specific “snow/ice removal" laws, while others rely on broader equipment and visibility rules.

DC weather: Snow chances Friday; cold, blustery weekend

Chilly temperatures in the low 30s across the Washington, D.C. region Thursday ahead of a chance for light snow Friday and a cold, blustery weekend.

School closings, delays in DC, Maryland, Virginia for Thursday, February 5

School districts across the Washington, D.C. region are still dealing with lingering snow and ice from last month’s first major storm of the season. Many systems were closed for several days, and some remain on delayed schedules as crews continue clearing neighborhood roads and school campuses.