5 dead, dozens injured in bus crash on I-95 in Virginia
A deadly crash on Interstate 95 in Stafford County early Friday morning left five people dead and dozens injured, according to Virginia State Police.
A deadly crash on Interstate 95 in Stafford County early Friday morning left five people dead and dozens injured, according to Virginia State Police.
DC Council will not vote on emergency curfew bill
The DC Council will not vote on emergency legislation to extend special juvenile curfew zones before Mayor Muriel Bowser’s order expires this weekend.
The DC Council will not vote on emergency legislation to extend special juvenile curfew zones before Mayor Muriel Bowser’s order expires this weekend.
Bus driver’s records subpoenaed as fatal Virginia crash investigation continues
The federal government has taken legal action to obtain records tied to the tour bus driver involved in the deadly I‑95 crash in northern Virginia.
The federal government has taken legal action to obtain records tied to the tour bus driver involved in the deadly I‑95 crash in northern Virginia.
DC weather: Mostly sunny Tuesday near 76 degrees; 90s expected to start the weekend
A mostly sunny and comfortable Tuesday is ahead for the Washington, D.C. region, with high temperatures near 76 degrees.
A mostly sunny and comfortable Tuesday is ahead for the Washington, D.C. region, with high temperatures near 76 degrees.
Police seek suspect in Southeast DC dog stabbing case
Authorities in Washington, D.C. are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man accused of stabbing a dog in Southeast, an incident that left the animal seriously injured but now recovering.
Authorities in Washington, D.C. are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man accused of stabbing a dog in Southeast, an incident that left the animal seriously injured but now recovering.
Silver Spring sees surge in parking garage break-ins, police say
Montgomery County police are investigating a rise in vehicle break-ins in Silver Spring, saying organized crews are behind thefts targeting public garages and residential areas.
Montgomery County police are investigating a rise in vehicle break-ins in Silver Spring, saying organized crews are behind thefts targeting public garages and residential areas.
Firefighters in Stafford County seek shorter workweek after crash response
Firefighters in Stafford County are calling for a reduction in their weekly hours, saying the demands of the job and recent large-scale emergencies highlight the need for change.
Firefighters in Stafford County are calling for a reduction in their weekly hours, saying the demands of the job and recent large-scale emergencies highlight the need for change.
Cruise ship diverts 120 miles to rescue 74-year-old sailor stranded off Oregon coast
A cruise ship took a major detour last week to rescue a 74-year-old sailor who was stranded nearly 500 miles off the coast of Oregon.
A cruise ship took a major detour last week to rescue a 74-year-old sailor who was stranded nearly 500 miles off the coast of Oregon.
Montgomery County enacts laws limiting ICE operations amid debate
New immigration-related laws are now on the books in Montgomery County, with officials taking steps they say are designed to restrict and regulate the presence of ICE in local operations.
New immigration-related laws are now on the books in Montgomery County, with officials taking steps they say are designed to restrict and regulate the presence of ICE in local operations.
Shawn Joseph named Prince George’s County Public Schools superintendent
Prince George’s County Public Schools has named Dr. Shawn Joseph as its new superintendent after a months-long national search, giving him leadership of Maryland’s second-largest school district.
Prince George’s County Public Schools has named Dr. Shawn Joseph as its new superintendent after a months-long national search, giving him leadership of Maryland’s second-largest school district.
Memorial unveiled for victims of DCA mid-air collision in Alexandria
A memorial honoring the 67 victims of the mid-air collision involving American Flight 5342 and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter has been unveiled in Alexandria near Rivergate Park.
A memorial honoring the 67 victims of the mid-air collision involving American Flight 5342 and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter has been unveiled in Alexandria near Rivergate Park.
DOJ halts Trump’s $1.8B ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ following court order
The Trump administration’s plan to provide financial compensation to individuals who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons, including those who stormed the U.S. Capitol five years ago, has been put on ice, possibly permanently.
The Trump administration’s plan to provide financial compensation to individuals who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons, including those who stormed the U.S. Capitol five years ago, has been put on ice, possibly permanently.
Experts rank the best used cars for teen drivers in 2026
A new study is providing parents with affordable and safe ways to assist their teen drivers in getting out on the road.
A new study is providing parents with affordable and safe ways to assist their teen drivers in getting out on the road.
Nancy Guthrie likely targeted by local worker who assumed family was wealthy, says veteran investigator
A leading forensic scientist who spent decades with one of the country's largest medical examiner's offices shared what she believes may have happened to Nancy Guthrie.
A leading forensic scientist who spent decades with one of the country's largest medical examiner's offices shared what she believes may have happened to Nancy Guthrie.
Emu causes traffic back-up, hours-long pursuit on Maryland highway
An escaped emu led Maryland state troopers on a three-hour chase, dodged multiple capture attempts, survived being struck by a vehicle and kept running.
An escaped emu led Maryland state troopers on a three-hour chase, dodged multiple capture attempts, survived being struck by a vehicle and kept running.
Fire destroys Zandra’s Taqueria in downtown Culpeper
A beloved Culpeper restaurant is a total loss after a Saturday fire ripped through the building and sent first responders scrambling to contain the damage.
A beloved Culpeper restaurant is a total loss after a Saturday fire ripped through the building and sent first responders scrambling to contain the damage.
Bus driver in deadly Stafford County I-95 crash now facing felony charges
Stafford County bus driver in Friday’s deadly crash faces felony charges as investigators say speed likely contributed. Five people were killed and dozens injured.
Stafford County bus driver in Friday’s deadly crash faces felony charges as investigators say speed likely contributed. Five people were killed and dozens injured.
FBI hunts most wanted neighbor next door who allegedly faked cancer, scammed loved ones for luxury getaways
A Pennsylvania woman accused of faking terminal brain cancer to scam friends, family members and supporters out of thousands of dollars is among the FBI's most wanted fugitives after authorities said she used the donations to fund luxury travel and vacations in Australia instead of medical treatment.
A Pennsylvania woman accused of faking terminal brain cancer to scam friends, family members and supporters out of thousands of dollars is among the FBI's most wanted fugitives after authorities said she used the donations to fund luxury travel and vacations in Australia instead of medical treatment.
New study reveals which states have the best economies
This state topped the list as the strongest state economy, fueled by innovation, STEM talent and a thriving tech sector, according to new data.
This state topped the list as the strongest state economy, fueled by innovation, STEM talent and a thriving tech sector, according to new data.
2026 FOX 5 DC Zip Trip destinations are here! Check the full list
FOX 5 can’t wait for summer to get here – because the start of summertime means the beginning of Zip Trip season! Here's the full list of FOX 5 DC Zip Trip destinations that we're traveling to this year!
FOX 5 can’t wait for summer to get here – because the start of summertime means the beginning of Zip Trip season! Here's the full list of FOX 5 DC Zip Trip destinations that we're traveling to this year!