Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Wootton High School to close early after water main break on parkway
A major water main break in Rockville has forced road closures and prompted the early dismissal of Wootton High School, according to police.
A major water main break in Rockville has forced road closures and prompted the early dismissal of Wootton High School, according to police.
Popular Costco bakery item recalled for 'life-threatening' allergen risk
Costco is issuing a recall of a popular bakery product sold at stores in several states. Here's what to know.
Costco is issuing a recall of a popular bakery product sold at stores in several states. Here's what to know.
Orphaned bear cubs released back into Virginia wild
Two orphaned black bear cubs rescued in Virginia last year have been successfully rehabilitated and released back into the wild after months of care.
Two orphaned black bear cubs rescued in Virginia last year have been successfully rehabilitated and released back into the wild after months of care.
Route 50 construction to cause major traffic delays in Fairfax
Drivers in Fairfax should prepare for significant traffic disruptions as a major construction project along Route 50 begins Friday night.
Drivers in Fairfax should prepare for significant traffic disruptions as a major construction project along Route 50 begins Friday night.
1 rescued as fire crews battle massive blaze at apartment building in Montgomery County
A massive fire broke out at an apartment building in Montgomery County.
A massive fire broke out at an apartment building in Montgomery County.
Death toll surpasses 3,000, Iranian official says
Iranian medical official puts the death toll of the war at over 3,000 people. President Donald Trump appeared skeptical about the durability of the ceasefire, referencing Iran's continued hold on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian medical official puts the death toll of the war at over 3,000 people. President Donald Trump appeared skeptical about the durability of the ceasefire, referencing Iran's continued hold on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Masters Round 1 recap: leaderboard and early storylines
The opening round of The Masters at Augusta National Golf Club delivered a mix of strong scoring at the top and plenty of struggles across the field.
The opening round of The Masters at Augusta National Golf Club delivered a mix of strong scoring at the top and plenty of struggles across the field.
'Sphere' planned for Prince George's County could break ground in 2027
Prince George's County is buzzing as leaders work to fast-track the ‘Sphere’ at National Harbor.
Prince George's County is buzzing as leaders work to fast-track the ‘Sphere’ at National Harbor.
Grandmother speaks out after young boy, friend hit by man on dirt bike in DC
A grandmother is speaking out after a man on a dirt bike hit her grandson and sped off, leaving the 10-year-old boy with serious injuries.
A grandmother is speaking out after a man on a dirt bike hit her grandson and sped off, leaving the 10-year-old boy with serious injuries.
Plan for 'Sphere' in Prince George's County could break ground in 2027
Prince George's County is buzzing as leaders work to fast-track the sphere at the National Harbor. It comes on the heels of the announcement that the former Six Flags site was just bought by a group of investors, which includes basketball star Kevin Durant. FOX 5's Homa Bash has the latest details.
Prince George's County is buzzing as leaders work to fast-track the sphere at the National Harbor. It comes on the heels of the announcement that the former Six Flags site was just bought by a group of investors, which includes basketball star Kevin Durant. FOX 5's Homa Bash has the latest details.
Fairfax County Public Schools considers changes to school calendar
The Fairfax County School Board is weighing new action after feedback from hundreds of fed-up families across the district who are angry with the school calendar.
The Fairfax County School Board is weighing new action after feedback from hundreds of fed-up families across the district who are angry with the school calendar.
Fairfax County Public Schools considers changes to school calendar
The Fairfax County School Board is weighing new action after feedback from hundreds of fed-up families across the district who are angry with the school calendar. FOX 5's Sydney Persing reports.
The Fairfax County School Board is weighing new action after feedback from hundreds of fed-up families across the district who are angry with the school calendar. FOX 5's Sydney Persing reports.
Virginia civil rights leaders warn of misleading vote mailers
There’s more controversy in Virginia as a referendum to redraw the state’s congressional districts continues.
There’s more controversy in Virginia as a referendum to redraw the state’s congressional districts continues.
Fire crews battle massive blaze at apartment building in Montgomery County
A massive fire broke out at an apartment building in Montgomery County.
A massive fire broke out at an apartment building in Montgomery County.
Over $9 million in counterfeit jewelry seized by Louisville customs agents
Over $9 million in counterfeit designer jewelry bound for New York was seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers.
Over $9 million in counterfeit designer jewelry bound for New York was seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers.
18-year-old accused of groping classmates at Fairfax High School found guilty on 9 counts
An 18-year-old student accused of groping classmates at Fairfax High School has been found guilty on nine counts.
An 18-year-old student accused of groping classmates at Fairfax High School has been found guilty on nine counts.
When is the deadline to register for the Maryland primary?
Voters in Maryland who want to take part in the state’s 2026 primary must register by Tuesday, June 2.
Voters in Maryland who want to take part in the state’s 2026 primary must register by Tuesday, June 2.
18-year-old accused of groping classmates in Fairfax County found guilty on 9 counts
An 18-year-old student accused of groping classmates at Fairfax High School has been found guilty on nine counts. He was originally charged with 13, but was found not guilty on three counts, and one was dropped.
An 18-year-old student accused of groping classmates at Fairfax High School has been found guilty on nine counts. He was originally charged with 13, but was found not guilty on three counts, and one was dropped.
Deadliest day of Israeli strikes leads to negotiations "as soon as possible"
A tentative ceasefire in the war with Iran began to unravel as Israel continued intense bombing in Beirut and Iran maintains a hold on the Strait of Hormuz.
A tentative ceasefire in the war with Iran began to unravel as Israel continued intense bombing in Beirut and Iran maintains a hold on the Strait of Hormuz.