Loudoun County Public School students head back to the classroom

The damp weather didn't dampen the mood as around 82,000 Loudoun County Public School students returned to the classroom on Thursday, August 21st. 

Warm Wednesday in DC; Hurricane Erin to impact coast conditions Thursday

A warmer Wednesday across the Washington, D.C. region brings some afternoon sunshine, while coastal areas of Maryland, Virginia and Delaware could feel the effects of Hurricane Erin by Thursday.

5 northern Virginia school districts placed on ‘high-risk' status over Title IX dispute

Five northern Virginia school districts have been placed on "high-risk" status by the U.S. Department of Education over their bathroom and locker room policies, putting millions of federal dollars at stake.

Virginia governor candidates set debate date as race narrows

After months of negotiations, the two candidates in Virginia’s historic race for governor have agreed to a debate date—October 9 in Norfolk. It may be the only face-off before Election Day.

Crash on I-66 snarls morning traffic in Fairfax

A crash early Tuesday morning on westbound Interstate 66 is causing significant delays near Route 123.

Cool, cloudy Tuesday with light showers across DC region

Expect a gray and damp Tuesday across the D.C. area as temperatures struggle to reach the mid-70s, falling well below normal.

Man charged with fatally shooting mother in Arlington home, police say

A 27-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder after police say he shot and killed his mother inside their Arlington home.

Hurricane Erin to miss East Coast but send dangerous waves, rip currents to MD, VA & DE

Hurricane Erin went through explosive strengthening as expected over the weekend as it skirts along the Caribbean. Luckily, Erin will miss the East Coast as it gets steered eastward by a cold front and stays in the Atlantic. While the full tropical impacts won't be felt over the area, places along the Mid-Atlantic coast can see dangerous conditions along the coast.

Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent walks out for taped interview with FOX 5

Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid cut her interview with FOX 5 short Monday, appearing unwilling to discuss certain topics as students headed back to class.

DC weather: Cooler temps, spotty showers to start the week Monday

A few showers could develop across the D.C. region on Monday afternoon and evening as cooler temperatures move into the area.

Anonymous winner claims Virginia's largest lottery jackpot

Virginia has a new record lottery winner after an anonymous player claimed the $348 million jackpot from the June 27 Mega Millions drawing.