USDA plans to close Alexandria headquarters and relocate DC area staff

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Thursday a mass reorganization of the agency, as well as plans to vacate one of its headquarters in Alexandria and have staff members move away from the Greater Washington area. 

Here’s how much money is needed to be considered middle class in Maryland

How much money does it take for a household to be considered middle class? A new study shows that the bar is pretty high if you live in Maryland. 

Virginia father charged with felony homicide in 4-month-old son's death

A 22-year-old Woodbridge man has been charged with felony homicide in the death of his 4-month-old son following a suspected case of child abuse.

RFK Stadium deal moves forward: Here are the key details

A reworked deal between the Washington Commanders and city leaders brings the team one step closer to a return to the RFK Stadium site, with the D.C. Council set to vote on legislation Aug. 1. Here are the key details

DC Heat Advisory: Dangerous heat index values could reach 109 degrees Friday

A Heat Advisory is in effect across the D.C. region on Friday, with heat index values expected to reach up to 109 degrees and a slight chance of afternoon thunderstorms.

Zip Trip 2025: Fun in Fredericksburg!

The FOX 5 team is having a fun Friday in Fredericksburg for our latest Zip Trip!

New audit slams MPD for reinstating officers convicted in death of Karon Hylton-Brown

A new report is slamming D.C.’s police chief and the department for reinstating two officers once convicted in the high-profile killing of Karon Hylton-Brown. 

Lethal violence on the rise in DC, new study indicates

A new study has found that there are fewer acts of violence in the District. But the crimes that are occurring are more deadly.

Newly released documents reveal Bryan Kohberger's disturbing behavior before Idaho murders

Following Bryan Kohberger's life sentence, Moscow police released documents showing the brutality of his crimes, spying on police and accounts of strange, aggressive and bizarre behavior.

Former Chinatown Walgreens manager sentenced to over 12 years for series of inside-job robberies

A former Walgreens manager has been sentenced to more than 12 years in prison for his role in a series of armed robberies at a Chinatown store that prosecutors say were inside jobs. 

Multi-state sex trafficking ring exposed at Southfield hotel

An alleged sex trafficking ring was exposed Monday after the suspect brought one of his victims to a Southfield hotel.

Hulk Hogan's ties to Georgia: From Augusta to Georgia Dome

Hulk Hogan, one of the most iconic and influential professional wrestlers in history, was born in Augusta, Georgia, on Aug. 11, 1953.