Virtual preview shows IndyCar’s Freedom 250 Grand Prix racing past DC landmarks
A newly released virtual lap video gives a first look at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix route, showing IndyCars speeding past some of Washington’s most iconic landmarks ahead of the race in August 2026.
A newly released virtual lap video gives a first look at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix route, showing IndyCars speeding past some of Washington’s most iconic landmarks ahead of the race in August 2026.
Spring Equinox 2026: New season arrives Friday with sun, showers and highs near 70 degrees
Spring’s first day brings a warm mix of sun and clouds to the Washington, D.C., region on Friday, with temperatures climbing to around 70 degrees and the possibility of showers later in the evening.
Spring’s first day brings a warm mix of sun and clouds to the Washington, D.C., region on Friday, with temperatures climbing to around 70 degrees and the possibility of showers later in the evening.
Woman arrested after crashing carjacked vehicle into Virginia 7 Eleven, police say
A woman is facing multiple charges after police say she carjacked a vehicle and then crashed it through the front of a 7‑Eleven store in Luray early Thursday.
A woman is facing multiple charges after police say she carjacked a vehicle and then crashed it through the front of a 7‑Eleven store in Luray early Thursday.
Germantown sinkhole repairs continue; sewer bypass system expected by Monday
Crews in Montgomery County are working around the clock to repair a massive sinkhole in Germantown and build a temporary sewer bypass system that officials say could be operating by Monday.
Crews in Montgomery County are working around the clock to repair a massive sinkhole in Germantown and build a temporary sewer bypass system that officials say could be operating by Monday.
CBP: 900 pounds of liquid meth found in fuel tank of tractor-trailer at US-Mexico border crossing
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CPB) says a Mexican citizen traveling on a business visa was arrested at a border crossing inspection site in San Diego earlier this month after CPB officers found 900 pounds of liquid methamphetamine concealed in the fuel tank of a tractor-trailer.
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CPB) says a Mexican citizen traveling on a business visa was arrested at a border crossing inspection site in San Diego earlier this month after CPB officers found 900 pounds of liquid methamphetamine concealed in the fuel tank of a tractor-trailer.
César Chávez murals, statues already removed from campuses, parks
Organizations across the country and California – the birthplace of the United Farm Workers movement – have already begun removing depictions of the late Latino labor leader César Chávez from public spaces after the explosive allegations in the New York Times revealed this week that he allegedly raped and sexually assaulted women and girls decades ago.
Organizations across the country and California – the birthplace of the United Farm Workers movement – have already begun removing depictions of the late Latino labor leader César Chávez from public spaces after the explosive allegations in the New York Times revealed this week that he allegedly raped and sexually assaulted women and girls decades ago.
Chuck Norris through the years: Photos from the moments that made him a beloved star
Actor and martial artist Chuck Norris died Thursday, March 19 after being hospitalized in Hawaii. His career spanned decades and he developed a worldwide following. A look back at his biggest roles.
Actor and martial artist Chuck Norris died Thursday, March 19 after being hospitalized in Hawaii. His career spanned decades and he developed a worldwide following. A look back at his biggest roles.
Chuck Norris, actor and martial artist, dies at 86
Chuck Norris, the famed martial artist and actor, has died. Here's what to know.
Chuck Norris, the famed martial artist and actor, has died. Here's what to know.
St. Jude Rock n' Roll Race: Road closures and parking enforcements
The 2026 St. Jude Rock n' Roll 5k and half-marathon takes place this Saturday, March 21, and D.C. drivers should expect road closures and parking restrictions this weekend.
The 2026 St. Jude Rock n' Roll 5k and half-marathon takes place this Saturday, March 21, and D.C. drivers should expect road closures and parking restrictions this weekend.
Kohl’s CEO signals what's next for stores after several closures
Kohl's closed 27 stores in 15 states in 2025 as the department store chain looked to get on better financial footing amid declining sales.
Kohl's closed 27 stores in 15 states in 2025 as the department store chain looked to get on better financial footing amid declining sales.
90,000 bottles of children's ibuprofen recalled nationwide, FDA says
Thousands of bottles of children’s ibuprofen have been recalled after complaints of a “foreign substance." Here’s what to know.
Thousands of bottles of children’s ibuprofen have been recalled after complaints of a “foreign substance." Here’s what to know.
Former Ravens running back Terrance West charged in alleged assault on contractors
Former Baltimore Ravens running back Terrance West is facing assault charges after an alleged altercation with contractors at a home in Prince George’s County, according to court documents.
Former Baltimore Ravens running back Terrance West is facing assault charges after an alleged altercation with contractors at a home in Prince George’s County, according to court documents.
DA: Colorado man caught with enough fentanyl to kill nearly 300k people, sentenced
Busted with enough fentanyl to kill hundreds of thousands of people, a Colorado man is set to spend the rest of his life behind bars.
Busted with enough fentanyl to kill hundreds of thousands of people, a Colorado man is set to spend the rest of his life behind bars.
Prince George's County woman who had leg amputated wins $18M in malpractice lawsuit
A Prince George’s County jury has just awarded a woman $18 million after she claimed a local hospital’s lack of action caused her to lose her leg.
A Prince George’s County jury has just awarded a woman $18 million after she claimed a local hospital’s lack of action caused her to lose her leg.
Repairs underway after massive sinkhole leads to gas leak in Montgomery County
Crews are hard at work in Montgomery County after a massive sinkhole opened up, leading to a gas leak.
Crews are hard at work in Montgomery County after a massive sinkhole opened up, leading to a gas leak.
Prince George's County woman wins $18M in malpractice lawsuit
A Prince George’s County jury has just awarded a woman $18 million after she claimed a local hospital’s lack of action caused her to lose her leg. FOX 5’s Sydney Persing has her story.
A Prince George’s County jury has just awarded a woman $18 million after she claimed a local hospital’s lack of action caused her to lose her leg. FOX 5’s Sydney Persing has her story.
Sinkhole in Montgomery County leads to gas leak, forcing nearby school to close
Crews are hard at work in Montgomery County after a massive sinkhole opened up, leading to a gas leak. A nearby school was forced to close due to the incident, and it’s causing frustration for drivers in the area. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal is live with the latest update.
Crews are hard at work in Montgomery County after a massive sinkhole opened up, leading to a gas leak. A nearby school was forced to close due to the incident, and it’s causing frustration for drivers in the area. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal is live with the latest update.
Family defends alleged Jan. 6 pipe bomber amid legal fight: 'He’s a good person'
The family of Brian Cole, Jr., the so-called Jan. 6 pipe bomber, is speaking out for the first time.
The family of Brian Cole, Jr., the so-called Jan. 6 pipe bomber, is speaking out for the first time.
House panel summons Soros-backed Fairfax prosecutor over releases tied to violent illegal immigrant cases
House Republicans are hauling in two top Fairfax County law enforcement officials, including a Soros-backed prosecutor, after violent crimes involving illegal immigrants released from custody intensified federal scrutiny of the county’s sanctuary-style policies.
House Republicans are hauling in two top Fairfax County law enforcement officials, including a Soros-backed prosecutor, after violent crimes involving illegal immigrants released from custody intensified federal scrutiny of the county’s sanctuary-style policies.
Police searching for multiple suspects after shooting, assault in Fairfax County
Fairfax County police are searching for multiple suspects following a shooting and assault in Alexandria.
Fairfax County police are searching for multiple suspects following a shooting and assault in Alexandria.