Evacuation order lifted following home explosion in Centreville
A big development came on Friday in the aftermath of a house explosion and days-long neighborhood evacuation in Centreville. All of the remaining homes in the neighborhood that were evacuated have now been deemed safe, so residents can return.
A big development came on Friday in the aftermath of a house explosion and days-long neighborhood evacuation in Centreville. All of the remaining homes in the neighborhood that were evacuated have now been deemed safe, so residents can return.
Texas heat wave may have set record for nation’s hottest winter temp ever recorded
A heat wave that has had South Texas sizzling this week may have broken yet another record.
A heat wave that has had South Texas sizzling this week may have broken yet another record.
How a groundhog, a lion, and a lamb shape spring weather folklore
As we approach March and the first day of spring on March 20, will it come "In like a lion out like a lamb", and will we have six more weeks of winter like Punxsutawney Phil predicted on Groundhog Day?
As we approach March and the first day of spring on March 20, will it come "In like a lion out like a lamb", and will we have six more weeks of winter like Punxsutawney Phil predicted on Groundhog Day?
DC inmate charged with stabbing corrections officer 9 times
The officer was in the hospital for three weeks, according to officials, and needed lifesaving surgery.
The officer was in the hospital for three weeks, according to officials, and needed lifesaving surgery.
VA OIG: Man who founded Veteran organization and scammed VA out of $20 million sentenced to 4 years in prison
An Ohio man will spend the next four years in prison after prosecutors say he scammed the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) out of approximately $20 million in fraudulent benefits.
An Ohio man will spend the next four years in prison after prosecutors say he scammed the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) out of approximately $20 million in fraudulent benefits.
Mortgage rates fall below 6% for first time since 2022
A key milestone for homebuyers: the average 30-year mortgage rate has fallen below 6% for the first time since 2022. Here's what to know.
A key milestone for homebuyers: the average 30-year mortgage rate has fallen below 6% for the first time since 2022. Here's what to know.
Juveniles accused of stealing fire and rescue equipment, damaging property in Lorton
Fairfax County police are working to identify three juveniles caught on surveillance video allegedly stealing County Fire and Rescue equipment, taking it for a joyride, and damaging property.
Fairfax County police are working to identify three juveniles caught on surveillance video allegedly stealing County Fire and Rescue equipment, taking it for a joyride, and damaging property.
Nine US Navy sailors in San Diego, another suspect arrested for vicious assault at house party last year
Following a months-long investigation by the San Diego County Sheriff's Office and the U.S. Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), nine U.S. Navy sailors and another suspect have been arrested in connection with a violent assault last year.
Following a months-long investigation by the San Diego County Sheriff's Office and the U.S. Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), nine U.S. Navy sailors and another suspect have been arrested in connection with a violent assault last year.
DC weather: Snow, ice possible Monday as winter briefly returns to the DMV
After a stretch of mild weather, the D.C. region could see snow or freezing rain Monday afternoon into early Tuesday before temperatures rebound later in the week.
After a stretch of mild weather, the D.C. region could see snow or freezing rain Monday afternoon into early Tuesday before temperatures rebound later in the week.
DC weather: Fog slows Friday commute; Freezing Fog Advisory for parts of Maryland, West Virginia
Dense fog settled over much of the Washington, D.C., region Friday, creating chilly, damp conditions and reducing visibility on the roads.
Dense fog settled over much of the Washington, D.C., region Friday, creating chilly, damp conditions and reducing visibility on the roads.
Maryland residents voice water safety concerns at meeting as sewage spill cleanup continues
DC Water held back‑to‑back public meetings on the Potomac sewage spill, first with D.C. residents on Wednesday, then with Maryland communities on Thursday.More than a month after the catastrophic sewage spill, DC Water says there have been no overflows into the Potomac for 18 days and that repairs are moving forward.
DC Water held back‑to‑back public meetings on the Potomac sewage spill, first with D.C. residents on Wednesday, then with Maryland communities on Thursday.More than a month after the catastrophic sewage spill, DC Water says there have been no overflows into the Potomac for 18 days and that repairs are moving forward.
DHS shutdown drags on, thousands in limbo worrying about next paycheck
Negotiations to end the Homeland Security shutdown remain stalled, with Republicans and Democrats drifting further apart and thousands of DHS employees unsure when they’ll see their next full paycheck.
Negotiations to end the Homeland Security shutdown remain stalled, with Republicans and Democrats drifting further apart and thousands of DHS employees unsure when they’ll see their next full paycheck.
Montgomery County residents express frustrations over Potomac sewage spill response
Officials are facing questions from the public more than five weeks after the Potomac Interceptor collapse sent millions of gallons of sewage into the river.
Officials are facing questions from the public more than five weeks after the Potomac Interceptor collapse sent millions of gallons of sewage into the river.
2Fifty Texas BBQ restaurant burglarized in DC
Popular barbecue spot 2Fifty Texas BBQ had their window smashed in and valuables stolen from their D.C. location in the early morning hours Thursday.
Popular barbecue spot 2Fifty Texas BBQ had their window smashed in and valuables stolen from their D.C. location in the early morning hours Thursday.
Maryland residents speak out about Potomac sewage spill response
Officials are facing questions from the public more than five weeks after the Potomac Interceptor collapse sent millions of gallons of sewage into the river. On Wednesday night, D.C. residents got their chance to speak out. On Thursday, it was Maryland residents’ turn. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal was there.
Officials are facing questions from the public more than five weeks after the Potomac Interceptor collapse sent millions of gallons of sewage into the river. On Wednesday night, D.C. residents got their chance to speak out. On Thursday, it was Maryland residents’ turn. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal was there.
Man killed in Maryland barn fire believed to be 'The Wire' actor Bobby J. Brown
The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office is reporting that a 62-year-old man died in a barn fire at his home in Chaptico, Md. It's believed that the victim was actor Bobby J. Brown, who starred on "The Wire."
The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office is reporting that a 62-year-old man died in a barn fire at his home in Chaptico, Md. It's believed that the victim was actor Bobby J. Brown, who starred on "The Wire."
US military accidentally shoots down own drone at Texas border, lawmakers say
The U.S. military accidentally used a "laser-based" anti-drone system to shoot down a Customs and Border Protection drone Thursday night in Texas, lawmakers say.
The U.S. military accidentally used a "laser-based" anti-drone system to shoot down a Customs and Border Protection drone Thursday night in Texas, lawmakers say.
Maryland considers increasing minimum wage to $25, ending tipped pay
Lawmakers in Maryland are debating a proposed change to the state’s minimum wage that could mean more money in workers’ pockets.
Lawmakers in Maryland are debating a proposed change to the state’s minimum wage that could mean more money in workers’ pockets.
Maryland lawmakers consider increasing minimum wage to $25, ending tipped pay
Lawmakers in Maryland are debating a proposed change to the state’s minimum wage that could mean more money in workers’ pockets. FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald reports.
Lawmakers in Maryland are debating a proposed change to the state’s minimum wage that could mean more money in workers’ pockets. FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald reports.
Washington Gas addresses Centreville home explosion in virtual town hall
A virtual town hall will be held Thursday evening for Centreville residents seeking updates on the gas leak explosion that destroyed a home and forced dozens of evacuations earlier this month. Officials say the session will give residents the chance to learn more about the latest response and recovery efforts.
A virtual town hall will be held Thursday evening for Centreville residents seeking updates on the gas leak explosion that destroyed a home and forced dozens of evacuations earlier this month. Officials say the session will give residents the chance to learn more about the latest response and recovery efforts.