House approves ALERT Act following deadly midair collision over DC

The House of Representatives on Tuesday approved the ALERT Act, legislation aimed at strengthening aviation safety in the wake of the deadly midair collision near Reagan National Airport in January 2025.

Fiery tractor-trailer crash on I 270 injures several, causes major delays in Montgomery County

A fiery crash involving a tractor‑trailer and several vehicles injured multiple people and caused significant delays from late Tuesday into early Wednesday in Montgomery County, officials said.

Woman killed in early morning Bethesda house fire

A woman was killed and two others, including a firefighter, were hospitalized after an early morning house fire in Bethesda, officials said.

DC weather: Record heat possible Wednesday as temperatures push into the 90s

Record heat is possible Wednesday across the Washington, D.C., region, with highs near 92 degrees and conditions that feel more like late June and early July than mid‑April.

Alexandria City Public School consider updates to SRO agreement

Alexandria City Public Schools is revising its agreement with police as the debate over school resource officers continues in Virginia.

Washington Commanders unveil new 2026 uniforms, debut ‘Hail Raiser’ alternate

The Washington Commanders on Wednesday unveiled their new 2026 uniforms, a look that blends elements of the franchise’s past with a more modern design.

Great American State Fair coming to DC: Everything you need to know

Freedom 250 announced on Wednesday that the Great American State Fair will run from June 25 through July 10, spanning from the U.S. Capitol to the Washington Monument.

Owed a lot in taxes? Here's what to do and how to look ahead for next year

Did you owe a lot of taxes this year? Or get a refund much larger than expected? Here’s some tips to avoid surprises (good or bad) next year.

Potomac River ranked as one of the most endangered waterways in the nation
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A new report ranks the Potomac as the most endangered river in the country. It comes on the heels of an historic sewage spill, but that isn't the only factor impacting the concerning ranking. FOX 5's Regina Yurrita explains. 

1 juvenile killed, another critically injured in Northeast DC shooting
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A juvenile has died, and another is in critical condition following a shooting in Northeast D.C. Tuesday afternoon. The child killed is believed to be 13 years old, and the other injured is 12. It's still not clear what led up to the shooting. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal reports. 

Man shot by ICE in California charged with assault on federal officer

The Department of Justice on Tuesday charged a man shot by ICE seven times in California last week with an assault on a federal officer with a deadly weapon – in this case, his car reversing and then making a hard U-turn.

Justice Dept. urges court to toss out convictions of Proud Boys, Oath Keepers in Jan. 6 attacks

The U.S. Department of Justice wants an appellate court to throw out the convictions of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers leaders who were found guilty of seditious conspiracy in connection with the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump.

Manassas boy, 9, struck and killed; driver charged with driving without a license
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A 9‑year‑old Manassas boy was struck and killed Monday night by a driver who police say was driving without a license. FOX 5's Tisha Lewis has the latest details.