Spanberger, Youngkin meet at Governor's Mansion in Richmond to begin transition
Virginia’s new Democratic governor-elect, Abigail Spanberger, sat down with Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Thursday as the handoff of power is already underway.
Virginia’s new Democratic governor-elect, Abigail Spanberger, sat down with Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Thursday as the handoff of power is already underway.
Former teacher shot by 6-year-old student wins $10M jury verdict against ex-assistant principal
A Virginia jury on Thursday awarded $10 million to a former teacher who was shot by a 6-year-old student and later accused a former school administrator in a lawsuit of ignoring warnings that the child had a gun, according to the Associated Press.
A Virginia jury on Thursday awarded $10 million to a former teacher who was shot by a 6-year-old student and later accused a former school administrator in a lawsuit of ignoring warnings that the child had a gun, according to the Associated Press.
Herndon house fire leaves 2 dead; neighbors tried to help with garden hose
FOX 5 has confirmed that two adults were found dead following a house fire in Herndon.
FOX 5 has confirmed that two adults were found dead following a house fire in Herndon.
DMV Winter 2025-2026 Outlook: Earlier first snow, how much snowfall to expect
D.C.'s winter forecast hints at the first significant snowfall potentially arriving before Christmas! Here's the full 2025-2026 FOX 5 Winter Outlook for the Washington D.C. metro, northern Virginia and Maryland.
D.C.'s winter forecast hints at the first significant snowfall potentially arriving before Christmas! Here's the full 2025-2026 FOX 5 Winter Outlook for the Washington D.C. metro, northern Virginia and Maryland.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: FAA reducing air traffic at airports nationwide
The Federal Aviation Administration announced Wednesday it will cut air traffic by 10% across 40 high-volume markets starting Friday morning, citing safety concerns as air traffic controllers show signs of strain during the ongoing government shutdown.
The Federal Aviation Administration announced Wednesday it will cut air traffic by 10% across 40 high-volume markets starting Friday morning, citing safety concerns as air traffic controllers show signs of strain during the ongoing government shutdown.
Election Day post-mortem: VA Democrats, Republicans analyze what went right and what went wrong
A new political reality is taking shape in Virginia.
A new political reality is taking shape in Virginia.
Arlington County Police Department says starting salary for officers will rise to $90K
The Arlington County Police Department says it’s offering the highest starting salary in local law enforcement.
The Arlington County Police Department says it’s offering the highest starting salary in local law enforcement.
Prince William County residents once again protest against proposed data centers
Prince William County residents are once again set to rally against proposed data centers in their area.
Prince William County residents are once again set to rally against proposed data centers in their area.
Virginia Election Results: Democrats dominate statewide races
Democrats are celebrating a dominant victory in Virginia, sweeping the races for governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general.
Democrats are celebrating a dominant victory in Virginia, sweeping the races for governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general.
DC weather: No snow yet but coldest temps of the season expected early next week
You may have seen talk online about snow chances in the D.C. area next week - but you won’t need the snow boots or shovels just yet!
You may have seen talk online about snow chances in the D.C. area next week - but you won’t need the snow boots or shovels just yet!
2 killed in fiery I-95 crash after truck rams tractor-trailer in Spotsylvania
Two people were killed early Wednesday morning when their pickup truck ran into a stopped tractor-trailer and caught fire along Interstate 95 in Spotsylvania County, according to Virginia State Police.
Two people were killed early Wednesday morning when their pickup truck ran into a stopped tractor-trailer and caught fire along Interstate 95 in Spotsylvania County, according to Virginia State Police.
When does Abigail Spanberger take office as Virginia's first female governor?
Like all governors before her, Abigail Spanberger’s start date is determined not by tradition but by a fixed rule written directly into the Virginia Constitution.
Like all governors before her, Abigail Spanberger’s start date is determined not by tradition but by a fixed rule written directly into the Virginia Constitution.
Abigail Spanberger elected Virginia governor in historic first
Abigail Spanberger won the Virginia governor’s election, defeating Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears.
Abigail Spanberger won the Virginia governor’s election, defeating Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears.
Fall foliage near its peak across the DMV: Here’s where to see the best color
The DMV is bursting with autumn color - but if you want to catch the leaves at their best, now’s the time to get outside. According to the latest fall color reports, foliage is peaking across much of the region this week and next, offering one last chance to soak in the reds, yellows, and oranges before they fade.
The DMV is bursting with autumn color - but if you want to catch the leaves at their best, now’s the time to get outside. According to the latest fall color reports, foliage is peaking across much of the region this week and next, offering one last chance to soak in the reds, yellows, and oranges before they fade.
DC weather: Warm Wednesday before cold temperatures return
After a chilly start, Wednesday brings a brief warmup across the D.C. region, with sunny skies and highs in the low 70s.
After a chilly start, Wednesday brings a brief warmup across the D.C. region, with sunny skies and highs in the low 70s.
Democrats sweep three major races in Virginia; pick up 13 seats in House of Delegates
It was a big night for Democrats in Virginia.
It was a big night for Democrats in Virginia.
Despite controversy during campaign, Jay Jones wins Virginia attorney general race
Democratic candidate Jay Jones has won the race for Virginia attorney general against Republican incumbent Jason Miyares.
Democratic candidate Jay Jones has won the race for Virginia attorney general against Republican incumbent Jason Miyares.
Virginia Elections 2025: Polls close, results coming in across the Commonwealth
Polls are open across Virginia as voters cast ballots in races for governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, House of Delegates seats, and local offices statewide. Here's everything you need to know on Election Day.
Polls are open across Virginia as voters cast ballots in races for governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, House of Delegates seats, and local offices statewide. Here's everything you need to know on Election Day.
Trump declines to mention Earle-Sears during VA telephone rally
President Donald Trump did not mention Republican candidate for VA governor, Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, during a Virginia-based telephone rally on Monday night.
President Donald Trump did not mention Republican candidate for VA governor, Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, during a Virginia-based telephone rally on Monday night.
Live Virginia 2025 election results: Alexandria County
Polls close in Virginia at 7:00 p.m. on Election Day. See the results in real time for Alexandria County.
Polls close in Virginia at 7:00 p.m. on Election Day. See the results in real time for Alexandria County.