Hugo Hernandez-Mendez indicted in the murder of Dacara Thompson
Hugo Hernandez-Mendez, 35, has been indicted in the murder of 19-year-old Dacara Thompson, according to Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Tara Jackson.
Hugo Hernandez-Mendez, 35, has been indicted in the murder of 19-year-old Dacara Thompson, according to Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Tara Jackson.
South Carolina judge's home destroyed in massive fire; 3 injured
The home was covered in flames as a plume of smoke filled the air at the South Carolina home.
The home was covered in flames as a plume of smoke filled the air at the South Carolina home.
Rolling Ray cause of death revealed
Raymond Harper, widely known as Rolling Ray, died of natural causes, according to the Maryland Chief Medical Examiner’s Office.
Raymond Harper, widely known as Rolling Ray, died of natural causes, according to the Maryland Chief Medical Examiner’s Office.
How new research led to North Dakota tornado's EF5 upgrade
A powerful tornado struck Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20, causing significant damage and leading to a rare EF5 classification after new research. Here's what went into the new research that led to the upgraded classification.
A powerful tornado struck Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20, causing significant damage and leading to a rare EF5 classification after new research. Here's what went into the new research that led to the upgraded classification.
Social Security recipients getting double payments this October; here's why
The Social Security Administration sends some benefits early when the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday. Here’s which recipients will get a double payment this month.
The Social Security Administration sends some benefits early when the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday. Here’s which recipients will get a double payment this month.
Police release photos of suspect who allegedly threatened store employees with rifle
Police are searching for a man who allegedly threatened employees with a rifle during an attempted robbery at a Dollar Plus store.
Police are searching for a man who allegedly threatened employees with a rifle during an attempted robbery at a Dollar Plus store.
The Insurrection Act: What is it and could Trump invoke it for National Guard?
As conflict over Trump’s deployment of federal troops continues, Trump said Monday he’d be willing to invoke the Insurrection Act if necessary to get active duty military in states. Here’s what that means.
As conflict over Trump’s deployment of federal troops continues, Trump said Monday he’d be willing to invoke the Insurrection Act if necessary to get active duty military in states. Here’s what that means.
Flames engulf vehicle in northwest DC; no injuries reported
Flames engulfed a vehicle Monday night in northwest D.C., according to fire officials.
Flames engulfed a vehicle Monday night in northwest D.C., according to fire officials.
Government Shutdown 2025: DC communities stepping up
The effects of the federal shutdown continue to ripple across the region. From museums and marriage licenses to local governments scrambling to support furloughed workers, the impact is being felt in every corner of the DMV.
The effects of the federal shutdown continue to ripple across the region. From museums and marriage licenses to local governments scrambling to support furloughed workers, the impact is being felt in every corner of the DMV.
DC ranks in Top 5 'worst' cities in US to drive in: report
Driving through the District can feel like an obstacle course on the best of days — and WalletHub’s 2025 "Best & Worst Cities to Drive In" report confirms DC is one of the worst places in the country to be behind the wheel.
Driving through the District can feel like an obstacle course on the best of days — and WalletHub’s 2025 "Best & Worst Cities to Drive In" report confirms DC is one of the worst places in the country to be behind the wheel.
Cold, snowy start in Siberia: Could it mean more cold and snow in DC region this winter?
Fall may have only just arrived, but we know many in our region are already looking ahead to what winter may bring us. Our Winter Weather Outlook is due out soon, but the Fox 5 Weather Team is filling us in on what we could expect in the season ahead.
Fall may have only just arrived, but we know many in our region are already looking ahead to what winter may bring us. Our Winter Weather Outlook is due out soon, but the Fox 5 Weather Team is filling us in on what we could expect in the season ahead.
DC weather: Dry afternoon, evening showers possible Tuesday
Expect a dry start and finish to the workday Tuesday, but clouds and scattered showers could roll in later tonight.
Expect a dry start and finish to the workday Tuesday, but clouds and scattered showers could roll in later tonight.
Deadly North Dakota tornado upgraded to EF5, the first in US in 12 years
A deadly tornado in Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20 has been upgraded to an EF5, marking the first EF5 tornado in the United States in 12 years.
A deadly tornado in Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20 has been upgraded to an EF5, marking the first EF5 tornado in the United States in 12 years.
Trump calls on Jay Jones to drop out of Virginia AG race after 'DEMENTED' texts resurface
President Donald Trump is demanding that Virginia Democrat Jerrauld “Jay" Jones drop out of the race for attorney general, posting a blistering statement on social media Sunday that intensified pressure on the Democratic candidate.
President Donald Trump is demanding that Virginia Democrat Jerrauld “Jay" Jones drop out of the race for attorney general, posting a blistering statement on social media Sunday that intensified pressure on the Democratic candidate.
Motorcyclist killed in crash in Montgomery County identified
A deadly two-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle on Montrose Road claimed the life of a Rockville man over the weekend. The motorcyclist has since been identified.
A deadly two-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle on Montrose Road claimed the life of a Rockville man over the weekend. The motorcyclist has since been identified.
MCPS hosts sessions on boundary study ahead of high school reopening
Montgomery County Public Schools is holding a series of information sessions on the Woodward Boundary Study.
Montgomery County Public Schools is holding a series of information sessions on the Woodward Boundary Study.
DC police ID teen fatally shot in northeast
D.C. police have identified the teenager shot and killed Friday in northeast Washington.
D.C. police have identified the teenager shot and killed Friday in northeast Washington.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia expected in court Monday
Kilmar Abrego Garcia is expected to appear in court Monday for a hearing in his ongoing deportation case.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia is expected to appear in court Monday for a hearing in his ongoing deportation case.
Multiple homicides rattle Greenbelt; police release vehicle of interest photo in teen’s killing
A pair of deadly shootings just blocks apart has shaken a Greenbelt neighborhood, leaving residents frightened and frustrated. Two people, including a 14-year-old boy, were killed within 24 hours.
A pair of deadly shootings just blocks apart has shaken a Greenbelt neighborhood, leaving residents frightened and frustrated. Two people, including a 14-year-old boy, were killed within 24 hours.
Government shutdown drags into second week with no deal in sight
The federal government shutdown entered its second week on Monday with lawmakers still at an impasse and no resolution in sight.
The federal government shutdown entered its second week on Monday with lawmakers still at an impasse and no resolution in sight.