US employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs in February, unemployment slightly higher at 4.4%

The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Friday shows American employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs last month, a sign that the labor market remains under strain. The unemployment rate blipped up to 4.4%.

Early voting opens for Virginia redistricting referendum

Early voting begins in Virginia today for residents to decide on whether to approve a state constitutional amendment to redraw congressional voter maps. 

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warns of 'biggest bombing campaign' in Iran

U.S. Central Command say American forces control the skies as Operation Epic Fury continues to eliminate the Iranian regime's mobile missile launch capabilities.

Debate continues in Loudoun County over whether to have SROs in elementary schools
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A meeting is being held in Loudoun County Thursday evening to discuss putting student resource officers into elementary schools. FOX 5's Sydney Persing was at the meeting where the debate got heated.

First flights out of Middle East land at Dulles Airport

The first flights carrying passengers from the Middle East landed at Dulles International Airport Thursday afternoon, marking a breakthrough after days of travel chaos and thousands stranded overseas.

DC Water holds meeting to discuss updates on Potomac Interceptor repairs

Officials with DC Water briefed the media on Thursday, more than six weeks after the Potomac Interceptor collapse sent millions of gallons of sewage into the Potomac.

DC Water holds meeting to discuss updates on Potomac Interceptor repairs
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Officials with DC Water briefed the media on Thursday, more than six weeks after the Potomac Interceptor collapse sent millions of gallons of sewage into the Potomac. The briefing wrapped up in the afternoon, and DC Water officials covered a lot of ground. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal was there to get the latest updates.

Mother of 2 girls found buried in suitcases charged with murder

The mother of two young girls who were found inside suitcases and buried in shallow graves was charged with aggravated murder on Thursday, police said.

Firefighters push back on proposed consolidation in Arlington
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Arlington firefighters and their union are sounding the alarm over a proposed plan that could consolidate two rescue companies into one, potentially impacting 12 firefighters’ roles and resources. 

Second-degree murder charge dropped in deadly bus stop stabbing case
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The Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney is in the spotlight again. FOX 5 DC has learned that a second-degree murder charge has been dropped against a man accused of fatally stabbing another man at a Groveton bus stop this past summer. FOX 5's Stephanie Ramirez reports.

Man dies after sneaking into closed section of popular national park

A 33-year-old Hawaii man is dead after entering a closed section of Kīlauea caldera at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, triggering an overnight search and rescue operation in steep, hazardous terrain, officials said.

House rejects Iran war powers resolution

The U.S. House has narrowly rejected a war powers resolution that would have stopped President Trump from further attacks on Iran without congressional approval.

Firefighters push back on proposed consolidation in Arlington

Arlington firefighters and their union are sounding the alarm over a proposed plan that could consolidate two rescue companies into one, potentially impacting 12 firefighters’ roles and resources. 

RFK Jr faces pushback after questioning safety of Dunkin’, Starbucks sugary drinks

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ignited backlash online after questioning whether high-sugar iced coffee drinks sold at Dunkin’ and Starbucks are safe.