North Carolina teacher killed by home intruder while on phone with 911, police say

A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder and felony burglary in the killing of a North Carolina teacher who was attacked inside her home while calling 911.

Go-Go Awards 2026: Doug E. Fresh, Kurtis Blow help celebrate sound of DC

Hip-hop legends Doug E. Fresh and Kurtis Blow, along with D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, will celebrate the District’s official music Tuesday at the 2026 Go-Go Awards.

Commanders part ways with OC Kliff Kingsbury, defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr.

The Washington Commanders announced that the team has parted ways with both offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr., according to the NFL.

Alexandria to discuss land use on Duke Street

A major decision‑making process begins Tuesday for one of Alexandria’s busiest corridors.

Trump eyes Greenland: What to know about renewed interest and rising tension

Comments from President Trump in the aftermath of the Venezuela operation have spurred speculation about the president’s plans for Greenland. Here’s what to know about his interest in the arctic country.

‘An act of pure evil’: Family mourns victim of random PG County shootings

The family of a 65-year-old man killed in a random shooting spree in Prince George's County spoke exclusively to FOX 5 DC, calling the shooting “an act of pure evil." 

Flu cases surging around DMV region

Flu cases are climbing sharply across the D.C. region, with new CDC data showing at least 11 million cases nationwide so far. Health officials say a new variant now accounts for roughly 90% of recent infections.

Lego unveils smart brick sets that bring ‘your creations to life’

Lego has revealed Smart Play, a screen-free product that brings builds to life with technology, debuting with interactive Star Wars sets. Here’s what we know.

Virginia leaders push to delay Shenandoah rail revival vote
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Efforts to move the space shuttle “Discovery” from Northern Virginia to Texas have hit a roadblock. It looks like the shuttle could stay in the DMV, at least for now.

Hegseth censures Sen. Mark Kelly after 'illegal orders' video

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Monday that a letter of censure has been issued to U.S. Senator Mark Kelly over the Arizona lawmaker's participation in a video that called on troops to “refuse illegal orders."