Winter storm watch vs. warning: What's the difference?

FOX 5's Weather Team says as of Thursday afternoon, models are showing a potential of a foot or more of snow for the D.C. area.

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger declares State of Emergency ahead of winter storm

Virginia officials say a major winter storm could bring snow, sleet and freezing rain statewide. Gov. Spanberger has declared a state of emergency and urged residents to stay off the roads.

Election denier, former Jan. 6 officer clash during Jack Smith House hearing

U.S. Capitol Police intervened after a shouting match erupted during a recess at a House Judiciary Committee hearing featuring former Special Counsel Jack Smith.

Wisconsin milk tanker crash; driver injured, dairy spilled

One person was injured after a milk tanker rollover crash in western Wisconsin on Wednesday afternoon. It happened near Cashton, east of La Crosse.

How much snow is expected on Sunday? Here's what the models show so far

The Washington, D.C., region is bracing for a significant snowstorm this weekend, with the National Weather Service warning of an "Extreme" level threat. 

FBI operation underway at Haymarket chicken farm

The FBI’s Washington Field Office is conducting court-authorized law enforcement activity at a chicken farm in Haymarket, Virginia.

Homicide rates dropped in most US cities last year, report finds

Homicide rates are at their lowest in decades in most U.S. cities, according to a new study from the nonpartisan Council on Criminal Justice.

FDA approves drug to treat dogs with idiopathic epilepsy

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a drug to control seizures in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy, a type of seizure disorder without a known cause.

Winter Storm Watch Saturday into Monday as heavy snow threat builds in DC region

A Winter Storm Watch is in place from Saturday evening through Monday morning as a surge of Arctic air moves into the Washington, D.C. region, bringing the threat of heavy snow, dangerous cold and the potential for travel delays and school disruptions.

Why snow amounts are still uncertain ahead of weekend winter storm in DC, Virginia, Maryland

If you’ve noticed snow forecasts changing ahead of this weekend’s winter storm, you’re not alone, but it doesn’t mean forecasters are guessing. It means the atmosphere is still sorting out key details.

No tax hikes, spending cuts in Maryland's proposed 2026 budget
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Faced with a $1.5 billion budget, Maryland Governor Wes Moore is pledging to balance the state budget — but not with tax hikes or fee increases. FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald reports.

DC snowstorm, Arctic blast threaten region this weekend

A surge of Arctic air is set to move into the Washington, D.C. region this weekend, bringing the threat of heavy snow, dangerous cold and the potential for travel delays and school disruptions.

Nearly 1 year after DCA plane crash, NTSB gives behind the scenes look into operations

One year ago this month, the deadly mid-air crash over the Potomac involving an American Airlines jet and an Army Blackhawk helicopter sent shockwaves across the world.

Sewage spill causes trouble for commuters in Montgomery County
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A sewage spill is continuing to impact commuters in Montgomery County. Crews have been working on the issue for over a week, but it’s continuing to cause a headache for commuters — and a stink. FOX 5's Shomari Stone reports. 

Police use AI to highlight clothing of suspect in Leesburg tobacco shop robbery
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Leesburg Police are looking for an armed robbery suspect. And while we're used to seeing surveillance images put out by police, Leesburg did something different to help find this suspect: they used AI. FOX 5's David Kaplan reports.