Hot, humid conditions across DC region Monday; Heat Advisory for parts of Virginia

Sweltering heat and high humidity gripped the Washington, D.C., area Monday, with temperatures climbing into the mid-90s and heat index values reaching up to 102 degrees.

Virginia father charged with felony homicide in 4-month-old son's death

A 22-year-old Woodbridge man has been charged with felony homicide in the death of his 4-month-old son following a suspected case of child abuse.

DC Heat Advisory: Dangerous heat index values could reach 109 degrees Friday

A Heat Advisory is in effect across the D.C. region on Friday, with heat index values expected to reach up to 109 degrees and a slight chance of afternoon thunderstorms.

Zip Trip 2025: Fun in Fredericksburg!

The FOX 5 team is having a fun Friday in Fredericksburg for our latest Zip Trip!

Purcellville vice mayor, town manager out on bail; investigation into alleged misconduct continues

The vice mayor and town manager of Purcellville, Virginia, were arrested Wednesday night following an investigation by Virginia State Police into alleged misconduct tied to town leadership and police department operations.

Pleasant weather Wednesday in DC region before heat, humidity and storms return

A stretch of pleasant summer weather continues Wednesday across the D.C. area ahead of an expected late week return to more hot and humid temperatures with the possibility of storms.

Overturned dump truck, fuel spill cause delays on I-495 in Virginia

A multi-vehicle crash involving an overturned dump truck is causing major delays Tuesday morning on the outer loop of Interstate 495 near the George Washington Parkway.

Propane technician accused in Sterling home explosion found guilty

A propane technician accused of involuntary manslaughter for his role in a deadly 2024 home explosion in Sterling has been found guilty.

Man arrested after abducting toddler from Virginia mall: police

A terrifying ordeal ended with a man in police custody, and a young girl safely back with her parents in Fair Oaks last week.