2024 Holiday events in DC, Maryland and Virginia

The holiday season is in full swing and FOX 5 has your guide to the best attractions and events taking place in the D.C. area to celebrate!

Thanksgiving 2024: Record-breaking holiday travel expected; rain anticipated Thursday

The Transportation Security Administration expects to screen 18.3 million travelers over the next week, potentially making this the busiest Thanksgiving travel period ever. 

Thanksgiving Day in DC region to feature rain, wind, highs in the 50s

The precipitation quickly moved out of the Washington, D.C. region Tuesday but another storm system is expected to bring rain to our area by Thanksgiving Day.

Woman sentenced to 2 years in prison for embezzling over $1M from HOA

A Warrenton woman has been sentenced to two years in prison for wire fraud of over a million dollars from homeowner associations she managed.

Suspected stolen vehicle crashes, bursts into flames after ramming Virginia trooper: officials

A suspected stolen vehicle burst into flames late Monday night in the Belle Haven area after crashing, allegedly fleeing from authorities, and ramming a Virginia State Police patrol car.

Hayfield Secondary withdraws from Virginia football playoffs

Hayfield Secondary School’s football team has withdrawn from the Virginia Region 6C football playoffs amid an investigation into alleged recruiting violations, FCPS superintendent Michelle Reid announced Monday.

School board member demands investigation into Hayfield football recruiting

A Fairfax County School Board member is calling for a thorough investigation into allegations of improper football recruiting practices at Hayfield Secondary School. 

Police warn drivers amid Thanksgiving holiday travel rush

Police are already dealing with crashes as the Thanksgiving holiday travel rush begins, and they have a message for drivers: buckle up and slow down! 

2 dead, 2 injured in Loudoun County crash; driver faces manslaughter charge

Alcohol is believed to be a factor in the fatal Northern Virginia crash that claimed the lives of two people and injured two others early Friday morning, according to officials.