Motorcyclist killed after early-morning crash in Laurel
Howard County police say one person was killed early Saturday morning in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash along Route 216 in Laurel.
Child injured in the face from 'possible shooting or firework' incident in DC: police
A young boy was injured in the face from an incident on Friday night, and police suspect it could be related to a grazed bullet or firework.
Northeast DC shooting leaves two injured, suspect on the run
Police responded to a shooting Friday night on Benning Road in Northeast, DC, where two men were found with gunshot wounds.
2 in custody after 5 shot near Howard University during homecoming event: police
Police say five people were shot near Howard University Friday night.
DC suing federal government to have National Guard leave the city
The Office of the Attorney General in D.C. is suing the federal government, saying that the deployment of the National Guard on the streets of D.C. is unlawful, and that it's causing irreparable harm in the city.
50th Marine Corps Marathon will go on despite government shutdown
The 50th Marine Corps Marathon is moving forward as scheduled this Sunday despite the ongoing government shutdown, and this year is expected to set new records.
Woman in custody after standoff, alleged stabbing in Montgomery County: police
Montgomery County Police have taken a woman into custody following an alleged stabbing which led to a barricade situation.
Federal workers line up for food assistance as shutdown enters third week
For thousands of federal workers, Friday was supposed to be payday. Instead, many received nothing — despite decades of service.
Alligator with mouth taped shut abandoned in parking lot
An alligator was abandoned in the parking lot of a reptile shop in Harford County late Thursday night, per officials.
Over 40 PGCPS schools with cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
Schools in Prince George's County are dealing with a viral outbreak of Hand, Foot and Mouth disease.
Quince Orchard High School evacuated after water leak
Officials responded to Quince Orchard High School for a water leak Friday afternoon.
1 unaccounted for after 3-alarm fire rips through Loudoun County townhomes
One person remains unaccounted for and a firefighter was treated for a minor injury after a three-alarm fire tore through a row of townhomes in Sterling early Friday morning.
Solaire Social Food Hall closes suddenly in Silver Spring
Just 17 months after opening in downtown Silver Spring, Solaire Social Food Hall is closing on Friday.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: No deal on pay, airports brace for travel disruptions on day 24
Friday marks day 24 of the government shutdown that is quickly approaching a full month.
Marine Corps Marathon, Howard University Homecoming road closures and parking restrictions
Drivers in D.C. should brace for major traffic disruptions this weekend as the city hosts the Marine Corps Marathon and Howard University’s 101st Homecoming.
Virginia Buc-ee's proposal heads to planning commission Oct. 29
As the Buc-ee's battle continues in Stafford, FOX 5 is now hearing from the elected member of the district of the proposed site and from viewers — one in particular, Nathan Mowery who lives near the proposed location and tells FOX 5 he was originally open to the proposal. Now he's not.
PHOTOS: Trump's Ballroom renderings show structure nearly twice the size of the White House
The White House East Wing has been demolished as President Donald Trump moves ahead with plans to build a ballroom that, according to renderings, will be nearly twice the size of the White House itself.
Freeze Warnings, Frost Advisories or parts of Maryland, Virginia as temperatures drop
Freeze warnings and frost advisories remain in effect until 9 a.m. Friday for portions of central and northern Maryland, central and northern Virginia, and the eastern panhandle of West Virginia, as temperatures drop across the region.
Deputies shoot armed woman who pointed gun outside Maryland medical center, officials say
A 34-year-old woman remains hospitalized in stable condition after being shot by deputies Thursday night outside a medical center in Lexington Park, Maryland.
Virginia Elections 2025: What time polls open, who's on the ballot, what to bring & more
Virginia voters will soon head to the polls to choose the state’s next top leaders in the high-stakes 2025 general election, set for Tuesday, Nov. 4. Here’s what you need to know before Election Day from where to vote to when polls open and close.