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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

DC police ID teen fatally shot in northeast

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.

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.

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.

Why does Virginia hold 'off-year' elections?

The general election is scheduled for Nov. 4, 2025. But why is it that Virginia is one of only four states that hold elections in "off years?"

Skydiving instructor dead after separation in air, student rescued

The student was stranded in the parachute for hours in a wooded area near Nashville. The skydiving instructor was later found dead.

AAA urges drivers to stay vigilant during deer-mating season to lower risk of costly collisions

With the fall and winter months coming up, deer-mating season is in full swing. AAA is waring drivers that these animals are now more likely to dart into the road and could potentially cause costly and risky collisions. 

Montgomery mass shooting: 2 killed, 12 hurt in rival shootout

Rival gunmen started shooting at each other in a crowded downtown nightlife district Saturday night, killing two people and injuring 12 others, police said.

Explosion dislodges several manhole covers in Leesburg, Loudoun Fire investigating

Loudoun County Emergency Communication Center received a 911 call about an explosion near Sparkleberry Terrace and Ginko Terrace. Responding units found several manhole covers dislodged and light smoke in the area.