Government Shutdown 2026: Partial shutdown ends after House vote
The House has passed a roughly $1.2 trillion spending package to end the partial government shutdown Tuesday afternoon.
The House has passed a roughly $1.2 trillion spending package to end the partial government shutdown Tuesday afternoon.
Thousands of electric bikes recalled over fall hazard, CPSC says
Nearly 20,000 electric bikes have been recalled after several reports of the rear wheel bolts breaking, causing the wheel to separate from the bicycle.
Nearly 20,000 electric bikes have been recalled after several reports of the rear wheel bolts breaking, causing the wheel to separate from the bicycle.
Asian elephant calf born at National Zoo for first time in nearly 25 years
The National Zoo in Washington, D.C., is celebrating the birth of a very special addition to the family this month!
The National Zoo in Washington, D.C., is celebrating the birth of a very special addition to the family this month!
Snowplow crash on Leesburg Pike leaves one man dead
A crash between a pickup truck and a commercial vehicle with a snowplow and salt spreader left one man dead, officials say.
A crash between a pickup truck and a commercial vehicle with a snowplow and salt spreader left one man dead, officials say.
Trump says he will not drop DOJ criminal probe into Fed chair Jerome Powell
Trump said Monday that the Justice Department will not drop its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell.
Trump said Monday that the Justice Department will not drop its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell.
Watch: Florida man gathers ‘blanket’ of frozen iguanas during cold snap
A group of Florida influencers took advantage of rare freezing temperatures in the Sunshine State to make a "blanket" of cold-stunned iguanas.
A group of Florida influencers took advantage of rare freezing temperatures in the Sunshine State to make a "blanket" of cold-stunned iguanas.
Brendan Banfield convicted: What’s next for au pair Juliana Magalhães?
Juliana Magalhães, the au pair, pleaded guilty to manslaughter in 2024 and testified against Banfield. She is scheduled to be sentenced Friday, Feb. 13.
Juliana Magalhães, the au pair, pleaded guilty to manslaughter in 2024 and testified against Banfield. She is scheduled to be sentenced Friday, Feb. 13.
Here's when to expect your tax refund from the IRS
Tax season kicked off last week, which means some Americans could see their refunds in just a few weeks.
Tax season kicked off last week, which means some Americans could see their refunds in just a few weeks.
5 transported after massive house fire in Frederick County
A large house fire in Frederick County sent five people to the hospital early Tuesday.
A large house fire in Frederick County sent five people to the hospital early Tuesday.
Jill Biden's ex-husband charged with murder of wife in Delaware
A Delaware man who was previously married to former First Lady Jill Biden has been arrested and charged with murder after his wife was found dead in their home late last year.
A Delaware man who was previously married to former First Lady Jill Biden has been arrested and charged with murder after his wife was found dead in their home late last year.
Firefighter injured in early morning blaze in northwest DC
A D.C. firefighter was taken to the hospital after being injured while battling an early morning house fire in northwest Washington.
A D.C. firefighter was taken to the hospital after being injured while battling an early morning house fire in northwest Washington.
School closings, delays in DC, Maryland, Virginia for Tuesday, February 3
Many schools across the area are operating on delays as snow and ice still coat roads. Here's the full list of closings, delays and virtual classes for Tuesday, February 3.
Many schools across the area are operating on delays as snow and ice still coat roads. Here's the full list of closings, delays and virtual classes for Tuesday, February 3.
Snow and ice still disrupting Prince George’s County schools
Prince George’s County leaders say an aerial survey conducted Monday showed widespread snow and ice still coating neighborhoods, a key reason why county schools remain closed on Tuesday.
Prince George’s County leaders say an aerial survey conducted Monday showed widespread snow and ice still coating neighborhoods, a key reason why county schools remain closed on Tuesday.
Artemis II launch delayed to March after issues during wet dress rehearsal
The historic launch of the Artemis II mission has been pushed back after multiple issues were encountered during a crucial prelaunch test at Kennedy Space Center.
The historic launch of the Artemis II mission has been pushed back after multiple issues were encountered during a crucial prelaunch test at Kennedy Space Center.
Dog found after being thrown down garbage chute at DC apartment complex
A dog is recovering after being abused, starved and tossed in the garbage chute at a D.C. apartment complex
A dog is recovering after being abused, starved and tossed in the garbage chute at a D.C. apartment complex
Trump says Kennedy Center will close down for up to 2 years for 'renovations'
Washington’s signature performing arts home is about to go dark.
Washington’s signature performing arts home is about to go dark.
Snow-covered roof of Alexandria church collapses
The roof of a church in Alexandria reportedly collapsed under the weight of snow and ice from last week’s winter storm.
The roof of a church in Alexandria reportedly collapsed under the weight of snow and ice from last week’s winter storm.
Anti-ICE protests continue in DC, across nation following violence in Minneapolis
Thousands of people are demonstrating across the country, protesting against ICE enforcement in their communities.
Thousands of people are demonstrating across the country, protesting against ICE enforcement in their communities.
Black History Month: New exhibit honors Maryland's Black heroes
This Black History Month, we are featuring an exhibit and activities that honor Maryland's Black heroes. FOX 5’S Gwen Tolbart is in Gaithersburg with more on the hands-on experience.
This Black History Month, we are featuring an exhibit and activities that honor Maryland's Black heroes. FOX 5’S Gwen Tolbart is in Gaithersburg with more on the hands-on experience.
Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis comments on outcome of Brendan Banfield murder tiral
Brendan Banfield, a Virginia man accused of killing his wife and another man in an alleged scheme concocted with the family's au pair, was found guilty on all charges on Monday after a 12-day trial. Fairfax County Police Chief joined FOX 5 in the newsroom to discuss the outcome of the trial and the investigation.
Brendan Banfield, a Virginia man accused of killing his wife and another man in an alleged scheme concocted with the family's au pair, was found guilty on all charges on Monday after a 12-day trial. Fairfax County Police Chief joined FOX 5 in the newsroom to discuss the outcome of the trial and the investigation.