Third batch of UFO files released by Pentagon

A third batch of declassified UFO files were released by the Pentagon Friday. The latest such release in the Trump administration's new wave of public disclosure of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). 

Father, daughter charged with attempted murder in stabbing

A father and daughter who were wanted in connection with a stabbing in Silver Spring have been arrested and charged with attempted murder, according to Montgomery County police. 

Accused Charlie Kirk killer back in court, lawyers dispute bullet comment

The legal defense team for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk want a judge to hold prosecutors in contempt for comments they made in the media about bullet fragments recovered from Kirk's body.

FOX 5 Zip Trip heads to Lorton, Virginia

FOX 5 is bringing its beloved Zip Trip summer tradition to Lorton, Virginia, highlighting the community’s unique blend of history, natural beauty and small-town charm.

Iran latest: Trump says US-Iran peace deal could be signed this weekend

After calling off new military strikes on Iran on Thursday, President Donald Trump told reporters a peace deal could be signed by both countries as soon as this weekend.

Woman killed by fallen tree in Montgomery County

A woman was killed by a falling tree in a Maryland state park Thursday night, park officials confirmed to FOX 5 DC.

Local rapper killed in Northwest DC apartment shooting, teen girl injured

A local rapper was shot and killed, and a teenage girl was injured in a shooting at an apartment in Northwest D.C. Wednesday night, and now police are searching for suspects.

Loudoun County woman charged in rental scam, accused of locking renters out

Police say Kimberly Vu posed as a real estate agent, and after collecting rent and security deposits, failed to provide the promised housing.

OB-GYN group issues first-ever vaccine recommendations

A leading OB-GYN organization is breaking from federal vaccine guidance. The new schedule aligns with prior recommendations, before changes were made under the Trump administration.

2 women charged with murdering Silver Spring mom arrested in Ohio

Two women charged with murdering a woman in a Silver Spring senior living community last month were arrested in Ohio, police announced Thursday.

Trump threatens DC home rule if Janeese Lewis George wins mayoral primary

President Donald Trump threatened to invoke the Home Rule Act to take over Washington, D.C., depending on the results of next week's mayoral primary.

Maryland city issues summer youth curfew

The city of Laurel has established a youth curfew throughout the city that goes into effect later this month.

Kennedy Center's lawsuit against Chuck Redd dismissed

A judge dropped a Kennedy Center lawsuit against Chuck Redd after the musician refused to perform at a holiday event over the center’s board voting to rename it after President Donald Trump.

Trump nominates Jay Clayton to serve as Director of National Intelligence

President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he is nominating Jay Clayton to serve as the next Director of National Intelligence, selecting the former Securities and Exchange Commission chairman and current U.S. attorney for the southern District of New York to lead the nation's intelligence community. 

Pentagon says no hazard after shelter in place over air quality issue

A hazardous materials incident prompted an emergency response at the Pentagon on Thursday morning after air‑quality sensors detected an issue inside the building.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Zone opens on DC's National Mall

The countdown to the FIFA World Cup is nearly over, and excitement is building as the U.S. Men’s National Team heads into the tournament with confidence. The first match kicks off later Thursday in Mexico City.

White House UFC fight could cost $60M, involve multiple federal agencies

New legal filings have offered a glimpse at the potential cost of President Donald Trump’s planned UFC fight event on the South Lawn of the White House scheduled for this weekend.