Overcrowding prompts new school boundaries in Montgomery County
Parents in Montgomery County are grappling with the prospect of new school boundaries that could change where their children attend classes starting in 2027.
Parents in Montgomery County are grappling with the prospect of new school boundaries that could change where their children attend classes starting in 2027.
DC Council votes down extension of city’s summer youth curfew
The D.C. Council voted Tuesday against extending the city’s emergency summer youth curfew — a program that aimed to keep teens off the streets after dark.
The D.C. Council voted Tuesday against extending the city’s emergency summer youth curfew — a program that aimed to keep teens off the streets after dark.
Fairfax County motel attack: Housekeeper escapes attempted rape
Fairfax County Police have arrested a man suspected of attempting to rape a woman at her job last weekend.
Fairfax County Police have arrested a man suspected of attempting to rape a woman at her job last weekend.
Prince William County unveils 24/7 mental health crisis center
A groundbreaking facility in Prince William County aims to transform the way mental health crises are addressed.
A groundbreaking facility in Prince William County aims to transform the way mental health crises are addressed.
Maryland Renaissance Festival sues ticket scalpers
The Maryland Renaissance Festival is fighting back against ticket scalpers. The popular festival is suing resellers, hoping to send a strong message.
The Maryland Renaissance Festival is fighting back against ticket scalpers. The popular festival is suing resellers, hoping to send a strong message.
Salisbury man sought in fatal stabbing of Eden resident
Maryland State Police are seeking public assistance in the investigation of a fatal stabbing that occurred early Saturday morning.
Maryland State Police are seeking public assistance in the investigation of a fatal stabbing that occurred early Saturday morning.
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.