Statue of Confederate soldier Albert Pike returns to Judiciary Square
D.C.’s only outdoor statue of a Confederate soldier is making its return to Judiciary Square.
D.C.’s only outdoor statue of a Confederate soldier is making its return to Judiciary Square.
Virginia Democrats plan to redraw state's congressional districts
A major political battle is unfolding in Virginia as Democrats in control of the General Assembly open a special session to redraw the state’s congressional districts—a move Republicans call a blatant power grab.
A major political battle is unfolding in Virginia as Democrats in control of the General Assembly open a special session to redraw the state’s congressional districts—a move Republicans call a blatant power grab.
12 people rescued from amusement park ride after being stuck 30 ft. in the air
Amusement park riders were rescued from the Time Winder attraction at Canobie Lake Park in New Hampshire on Oct. 25.
Amusement park riders were rescued from the Time Winder attraction at Canobie Lake Park in New Hampshire on Oct. 25.
Dad finds 13-year-old son dead after 200-foot fall from bluff inside popular National Park site
Kayleb Lynn Eddings lost his footing on a cliff while with a friend at Buffalo National River.
Kayleb Lynn Eddings lost his footing on a cliff while with a friend at Buffalo National River.
Neighbors still shaken after woman killed in tragic townhouse fire in Loudoun County
There are still many questions from anxious neighbors of a northern Virginia woman who was killed in a terrible fire late last week at a home in Sterling.
There are still many questions from anxious neighbors of a northern Virginia woman who was killed in a terrible fire late last week at a home in Sterling.
2.5 magnitude earthquake rattles parts of Maryland: USGS
A 2.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Howard County, Md. on Monday.
A 2.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Howard County, Md. on Monday.
Officials: Wrong bear killed after deadly Arkansas attack
DNA testing has confirmed that the black bear killed in Arkansas earlier this month was not the animal that fatally attacked a camper.
DNA testing has confirmed that the black bear killed in Arkansas earlier this month was not the animal that fatally attacked a camper.
PG firefighter accused of distributing child pornography from inside firehouse
A firefighter in Prince George's County is behind bars, charged with having and distributing child sexual abuse material – some of the alleged crimes happening inside the firehouse where he worked.
A firefighter in Prince George's County is behind bars, charged with having and distributing child sexual abuse material – some of the alleged crimes happening inside the firehouse where he worked.
DC barricade situation connected to nearby shooting, police say
Police are investigating a barricade situation in southeast Washington, D.C. they believe is connected to a nearby shooting.
Police are investigating a barricade situation in southeast Washington, D.C. they believe is connected to a nearby shooting.
Masked trio in Alexandria attempted break-in scare were family members pulling prank, police say
The masked suspects seen in a viral security video attempting to enter an Alexandria home were actually family members of the victim, pulling what police now say was a prank.
The masked suspects seen in a viral security video attempting to enter an Alexandria home were actually family members of the victim, pulling what police now say was a prank.
Halloween Forecast: Will the trick-or-treaters need an umbrella on Friday night?
Our Halloween week forecast comes with some tricks and treats, as we start off dry before some rain showers move in by midweek. Will the kids need an umbrella for trick or treating? Well, stick around if you dare!
Our Halloween week forecast comes with some tricks and treats, as we start off dry before some rain showers move in by midweek. Will the kids need an umbrella for trick or treating? Well, stick around if you dare!
SNAP benefits halt Nov. 1 amid government shutdown
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has posted a notice on its website that no federal food assistance will be distributed on Nov. 1, raising concerns for families as the government shutdown continues.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has posted a notice on its website that no federal food assistance will be distributed on Nov. 1, raising concerns for families as the government shutdown continues.
Masked suspects attempted Alexandria break-in; police to provide update
FOX 5 is expecting to learn more about a viral Ring camera video that shows three masked individuals demanding to be let inside an Alexandria home.
FOX 5 is expecting to learn more about a viral Ring camera video that shows three masked individuals demanding to be let inside an Alexandria home.
Howard University celebrates 101st Homecoming
Howard University celebrated its 101st Homecoming this weekend, launching festivities with the school's Yardfest celebration.
Howard University celebrated its 101st Homecoming this weekend, launching festivities with the school's Yardfest celebration.
2-alarm fire destroys Frederick townhouse
A two-alarm fire ripped through a Frederick townhouse early Sunday morning, displacing nine residents, including four children.
A two-alarm fire ripped through a Frederick townhouse early Sunday morning, displacing nine residents, including four children.
Marine Corps Marathon: FOX 5’s Steve Chenevey runs with thousands
Tens of thousands of runners laced up this weekend for the 50th Marine Corps Marathon - including FOX 5’s Steven Chenevey.
Tens of thousands of runners laced up this weekend for the 50th Marine Corps Marathon - including FOX 5’s Steven Chenevey.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: José Andrés serves free meals as stalemate hits day 27
As the government shutdown stretches into its 27th day, World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés is stepping in to help furloughed federal workers and their families with free meals.
As the government shutdown stretches into its 27th day, World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés is stepping in to help furloughed federal workers and their families with free meals.
Violent DC weekend after 12 shot, including child and several near Howard University
Twelve people were shot across the District in just nine hours this weekend, including a 5-year-old boy and several near Howard University, marking one of the most violent stretches of the year, according to police.
Twelve people were shot across the District in just nine hours this weekend, including a 5-year-old boy and several near Howard University, marking one of the most violent stretches of the year, according to police.
No SNAP benefits to be issued in November, USDA confirms
The U.S. Department of Agriculture posted on its website, "The well has run dry."
The U.S. Department of Agriculture posted on its website, "The well has run dry."
Hurricane Melissa slams toward Jamaica as powerful Category 5 storm
Hurricane Melissa intensified to Category 5 strength Monday as it neared Jamaica. Forecasters said it would be the strongest hurricane to hit the island since record keeping began in 1851.
Hurricane Melissa intensified to Category 5 strength Monday as it neared Jamaica. Forecasters said it would be the strongest hurricane to hit the island since record keeping began in 1851.