Household concerns emerge for federal workforce amid government shutdown
Federal workers across D.C., Maryland and Virginia are in shutdown mode.
Federal workers across D.C., Maryland and Virginia are in shutdown mode.
Local leaders across DMV react to government shutdown
The government shutdown officially started on Wednesday, Oct. 1, after Congress failed to pass a funding measure before the 12 a.m. Wednesday deadline.
The government shutdown officially started on Wednesday, Oct. 1, after Congress failed to pass a funding measure before the 12 a.m. Wednesday deadline.
Government shutdown impacts federal workers, businesses across DC
The federal government has shut down after a deadlocked Congress failed to reach a deal on funding sending ripple effects across the region, with federal workers facing an uncertain future.
The federal government has shut down after a deadlocked Congress failed to reach a deal on funding sending ripple effects across the region, with federal workers facing an uncertain future.
DC restaurants already feeling impact of government shutdown
It's day one of the federal government shutdown, and D.C. restaurants are already feeling the effects. That's on top of a tough year for the industry in general.
It's day one of the federal government shutdown, and D.C. restaurants are already feeling the effects. That's on top of a tough year for the industry in general.
What was the longest government shutdown in US history?
The U.S. government shut down at midnight on Oct. 1. The last government shutdown nearly seven years ago lasted over a month.
The U.S. government shut down at midnight on Oct. 1. The last government shutdown nearly seven years ago lasted over a month.
Missing California sisters found alive after 36 years
In 1989, an unidentified woman was found murdered in the Arizona desert. Her two young daughters had vanished. Now decades later, the sisters - who had no idea they were even missing - have been found alive.
In 1989, an unidentified woman was found murdered in the Arizona desert. Her two young daughters had vanished. Now decades later, the sisters - who had no idea they were even missing - have been found alive.
Government shutdown specials: Discounts, freebies offered for federal workers
From discounted drinks and food to a free soccer match, local businesses are offering plenty of deals for workers affected by the government shutdown.
From discounted drinks and food to a free soccer match, local businesses are offering plenty of deals for workers affected by the government shutdown.
Jayden Daniels medically cleared to practice: Quinn
Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn said Jayden Daniels has been medically cleared to practice.
Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn said Jayden Daniels has been medically cleared to practice.
Stafford County celebrates role in American history ahead of nation’s 250th birthday
This week on FOX 5’s “In Your Hometown,” we visit Stafford County, rich in American history, as the nation gears up for its 250th birthday next year.
This week on FOX 5’s “In Your Hometown,” we visit Stafford County, rich in American history, as the nation gears up for its 250th birthday next year.
Want to live to be over 100? These states have the most centenarians
See the map of where the most centenarians live in the United States. There’s more than 80,000 of them, according to 2020 census data.
See the map of where the most centenarians live in the United States. There’s more than 80,000 of them, according to 2020 census data.
Cheverly police chief shoots, kills man who allegedly charged him with knives, officials say
The chief of the Cheverly Police Department has been placed on restricted duty after officials say he shot and killed a man who charged at him while armed with knives Tuesday night.
The chief of the Cheverly Police Department has been placed on restricted duty after officials say he shot and killed a man who charged at him while armed with knives Tuesday night.
FCPS high school instructional assistant arrested in alleged sexual battery of 2 students: police
A Virginia high school instructional assistant has been arrested and charged with sexual battery after police say he inappropriately touched two students.
A Virginia high school instructional assistant has been arrested and charged with sexual battery after police say he inappropriately touched two students.
Government Shutdown 2025 Updates: What does it mean when the government shuts down?
Washington is bracing for a potentially lengthy federal shutdown after lawmakers deadlocked and missed the government funding deadline.
Washington is bracing for a potentially lengthy federal shutdown after lawmakers deadlocked and missed the government funding deadline.
Members of Congress continue to get paid during government shutdown
Despite failing to reach an agreement with President Donald Trump to keep government programs running by Wednesday’s deadline, members of Congress will continue to receive pay during the shutdown.
Despite failing to reach an agreement with President Donald Trump to keep government programs running by Wednesday’s deadline, members of Congress will continue to receive pay during the shutdown.
Border Patrol agents seize 52 lbs. of meth hidden in tire at US-Mexico border
Two people, a U.S. citizen and a Mexican national, were arrested.
Two people, a U.S. citizen and a Mexican national, were arrested.
Republicans push for constitutional amendment to dock lawmakers' pay during government shutdowns
'No back pay either!!' Rep Ralph Norman declared in a post about the proposed Constitutional Amendment that would kick in during a government shutdown.
'No back pay either!!' Rep Ralph Norman declared in a post about the proposed Constitutional Amendment that would kick in during a government shutdown.
The 12 invasive animal, plant species of 'highest concern' in Virginia
They crawl, swim, and spread across Virginia – and officials warn they’re among the most destructive invaders in the commonwealth today. From insects that chew through forests to mussels that clog pipes, a dozen species are now on Virginia’s official "most-wanted" list.
They crawl, swim, and spread across Virginia – and officials warn they’re among the most destructive invaders in the commonwealth today. From insects that chew through forests to mussels that clog pipes, a dozen species are now on Virginia’s official "most-wanted" list.
Government shutdown starts: Here's what closes during a shutdown
The U.S. government shut down early Wednesday morning after Congress failed to pass a funding bill. Here’s what it means for federal workers, key services, and everyday Americans.
The U.S. government shut down early Wednesday morning after Congress failed to pass a funding bill. Here’s what it means for federal workers, key services, and everyday Americans.
Search underway for deadly Wheaton hit-and-run suspect
Detectives are continuing to investigate a deadly hit-and-run incident on Veirs Mill Road that left a woman dead and the driver still at large.
Detectives are continuing to investigate a deadly hit-and-run incident on Veirs Mill Road that left a woman dead and the driver still at large.
Driver charged with DUI after crashing into school bus in Waldorf, Md.
David Wayne Coffren, 32, of Waldorf, has been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol after he collided with a school bus in the 3700 block of Leonardtown Road in Waldorf on Monday.
David Wayne Coffren, 32, of Waldorf, has been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol after he collided with a school bus in the 3700 block of Leonardtown Road in Waldorf on Monday.