Battle over Buc-ee's: Stafford County residents speak out against proposed store
Popular Texas-based travel center chain Buc-ee's wants to build a second Virginia location in Stafford, but Wednesday night, several residents begged the county planning commission to reject its plans.
SNAP Benefits Government Shutdown: DMV food banks bracing for surge
Food banks across the D.C. region are preparing for a surge in demand as millions of Americans face the possible loss of SNAP benefits by the end of the week.
When does early voting end in Virginia?
Voters in several East Coast states are heading into the final days of early voting ahead of the November 4 election. Here’s how long residents in Virginia have left to cast ballots before Election Day.
Man accused of stealing items from multiple gyms across Fairfax County arrested again
A suspected serial gym thief is now facing more than 100 charges after he was taken into custody once again, accused of committing the same crimes he was arrested for earlier this year.
Man suspected in attack dead from apparent overdose after arrested by police, authorities say
A man suspected in an assault died Sunday from an apparent overdose after he was detained by police and taken to the hospital, according to Fairfax County authorities.
Fairfax County Public Schools under fire after students post anti-Semitic video
There is controversy within Fairfax County Public Schools after a group of students posted anti-Semitic videos on social media.
Virginia Democrats plan to redraw state's congressional districts
A major political battle is unfolding in Virginia as Democrats in control of the General Assembly open a special session to redraw the state’s congressional districts—a move Republicans call a blatant power grab.
Neighbors still shaken after woman killed in tragic townhouse fire in Loudoun County
There are still many questions from anxious neighbors of a northern Virginia woman who was killed in a terrible fire late last week at a home in Sterling.
Masked trio in Alexandria attempted break-in scare were family members pulling prank, police say
The masked suspects seen in a viral security video attempting to enter an Alexandria home were actually family members of the victim, pulling what police now say was a prank.
Halloween Forecast: Will the trick-or-treaters need an umbrella on Friday night?
Our Halloween week forecast comes with some tricks and treats, as we start off dry before some rain showers move in by midweek. Will the kids need an umbrella for trick or treating? Well, stick around if you dare!
Masked suspects attempted Alexandria break-in; police to provide update
FOX 5 is expecting to learn more about a viral Ring camera video that shows three masked individuals demanding to be let inside an Alexandria home.
Virginia Elections 2025: Register to vote by October 24
With Election Day fast approaching, Virginians have just days left to register to vote or update their registration. Here’s the deadline date you need to remember.
1 dead, 1 injured in Fredericksburg shooting
One person is dead and another is injured following a shooting that occurred along the 9800 block of Fendale Lane in Fredericksburg on Sunday.
1 unaccounted for after 3-alarm fire rips through Loudoun County townhomes
One person remains unaccounted for and a firefighter was treated for a minor injury after a three-alarm fire tore through a row of townhomes in Sterling early Friday morning.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: No deal on pay, airports brace for travel disruptions on day 24
Friday marks day 24 of the government shutdown that is quickly approaching a full month.
Virginia Buc-ee's proposal heads to planning commission Oct. 29
As the Buc-ee's battle continues in Stafford, FOX 5 is now hearing from the elected member of the district of the proposed site and from viewers — one in particular, Nathan Mowery who lives near the proposed location and tells FOX 5 he was originally open to the proposal. Now he's not.
Freeze Warnings, Frost Advisories or parts of Maryland, Virginia as temperatures drop
Freeze warnings and frost advisories remain in effect until 9 a.m. Friday for portions of central and northern Maryland, central and northern Virginia, and the eastern panhandle of West Virginia, as temperatures drop across the region.
Virginia Elections 2025: What time polls open, who's on the ballot, what to bring & more
Virginia voters will soon head to the polls to choose the state’s next top leaders in the high-stakes 2025 general election, set for Tuesday, Nov. 4. Here’s what you need to know before Election Day from where to vote to when polls open and close.
Virginia Democrats could redraw state's congressional maps
Just weeks before Virginia elects a new governor, there’s a surprise move that could upend the state’s congressional makeup.
Governor's race brings renewed focus to future of retail marijuana sales in VA
The future of retail marijuana sales in Virginia is getting increased attention as the state's gubernatorial election between Abigail Spanberger and Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears draws closer by the day.