Who is Debra Newton? Florida mom arrested for kidnapping daughter 40 years later

A 40-year missing child case came to an end after the mother of a missing girl was arrested in The Villages on Monday. The Marion County Sheriff's Office arrested the mom, who had been living in a new state, with a different husband and a new name. 

New Maryland laws taking effect on Jan. 1, 2026

With the new year approaching, dozens of Maryland laws are set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2026. The updates cover health care, housing protections, insurance requirements and employment rules that will impact residents across the state.

Maryland orders full study of data center impacts

Maryland lawmakers have ordered a comprehensive study of the impacts of data centers on the environment and economy — a move that’s in line with many in the communities that would be most impacted by the massive, energy-sucking complexes.

Fairfax County police arrest suspect accused of shooting, killing man in Reston home

A suspected shooter accused of murdering a man inside a Reston home is in custody just days after he reportedly faced felony malicious wounding charges and more.

3 puppies stolen at gunpoint in DC: What we know about the case

D.C. police are asking for the public’s help finding three French bulldog puppies stolen during an armed burglary in the northeast over the weekend.

Wood crashes through car windshield, passengers escape injury

Idaho authorities say two passengers narrowly escaped serious injury when a large piece of wood smashed through their car’s windshield on Tuesday.

Court rules National Guard can stay in DC

A federal appeals court has ruled that the National Guard can remain in Washington, D.C., while judges continue weighing the legality of the deployment.

DC United announces signing of Tai Baribo

D.C. United has acquired all-star striker Tai Baribo from the Philadelphia Union..

Reiner murders: Video shows Nick Reiner moments before arrest

FOX 11 obtained surveillance footage of Nick Reiner from a gas station that was captured in the moments before he was arrested on Sunday night.

Robert Burton joins FOX 5 family

We’re welcoming a new addition to the FOX 5 family - Robert Burton!

Trump promises economic boom, touts immigration policies during prime-time address

President Donald Trump touted his administration's immigration policies and blamed his predecessors for making life "unaffordable," to commence his address.

Debate over transit options for Commanders stadium at RFK site; roundtable set for Wednesday

Preparations for the new Commanders stadium at the old RFK site are moving forward, and as plans take shape, local leaders are shifting their attention to the questions of how tens of thousands of fans will get to and from the games once the venue opens.

Man stabbed at Motel 6 in Northwest DC
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Police are investigating after a man was stabbed at a Motel 6 in Northwest D.C. Tuesday night. At this time, they have issued a lookout for a female suspect. 

DC leaders considering transit options for new RFK Stadium
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The Commanders are set to build a new stadium in D.C., and the debate over how fans will get to and from games is happening right now. On Wednesday, city leaders will join Metro and the Washington Commanders to talk stadium transit.