FOX 5 DC
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FOX 5 DC is a local news outlet based in Washington, DC, covering regional news including politics, weather, crime, and community events. It reports on issues affecting Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia.
- Top beat: Crime
- Tracked since 2026
- 3 Washington, DC peers
Latest stories
- DC woman sentenced to 29 years for deadly Rock Creek Parkway crashA Washington, D.C., woman was sentenced to 29 years in prison for causing a 2023 crash on Rock Creek Parkway that killed three people. She was convicted of involuntary manslaughter but acquitted of murder. The SUV involved had numerous outstanding traffic violations.
- What time is Washington DC's America 250 firework show?Washington DC's America 250 firework show will take place on July 4th at 11 p.m. with a record-breaking display of 850,000 fireworks over 30 minutes, following a day of events including live music and military performances.
- Police: Texas woman shot, stabbed, and dismembered partner before dumping remainsA Texas woman confessed to violently killing and dismembering her partner, with police recovering his remains from a landfill after an anonymous tip.
- Ghislaine Maxwell seeks to overturn conviction, citing new evidence in released filesGhislaine Maxwell is seeking to overturn her conviction, citing new evidence from released files and alleging violations of her constitutional rights during her trial.
- Survey shows gas-price pain rising even as economic confidence stabilizesA Gallup survey shows that most Americans face financial struggles due to high gas prices, with lower-income households experiencing more severe impacts, despite stabilized economic confidence.
- TSA finds hidden smoke grenades at Indianapolis airportTSA found two live smoke grenades, including one in peanut butter, in a traveler's luggage at Indianapolis airport. The agency also shared other unusual items intercepted at airports nationwide.
- David Clayton-Thomas, lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, diesDavid Clayton-Thomas, the lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, has died at the age of 84.
- Neymar makes World Cup debut for Brazil in first appearance since 2023Neymar made his World Cup 2026 debut for Brazil in a 3-0 win over Scotland after recovering from an injury, marking his first appearance for the national team since 2023.
- Reflecting Pool liner cut with sharp knife or blade, National Park Service saysA section of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool's liner was cut with a sharp knife or blade, damaging a $16 million rehabilitation project, according to the National Park Service. U.S. Park Police reported damage to caulk and foam sealant, along with 70 fence post tops in the pool. The Park Service plans to drain the pool for repairs, while a nonprofit group seeks to halt further work.
- Crash sends vehicle hanging off side of bridge in GermantownA vehicle crashed and hung over the side of a bridge in Germantown, leading to highway closures and traffic delays.
- Trump seeking $11 billion to help farmers with fuel and fertilizer costsTrump seeks $11 billion in funding for farmers facing high fuel and fertilizer costs due to the Iran war, with $10 billion targeting specialty crop farmers and $1.1 billion for Florida farmers impacted by winter storms.
- Alex Murdaugh cites unknown male DNA in bid for new testingAlex Murdaugh's defense team is seeking additional forensic testing and procedural changes in his ongoing legal case.
- Great American State Fair: Street closures, parking restrictions and what to knowThe Great American State Fair will take place on the National Mall from June 25 to July 10, 2026, with street closures, parking restrictions, and security measures in effect.
- Supreme Court rules Trump administration can revive restrictive immigration policySupreme Court allowed Trump administration to end temporary protected status for Syrian and Haitian immigrants, reversing a lower court decision that blocked the policy. The ruling clears the way for the administration to revive a restrictive immigration policy that limits asylum applications.
- Police: 13-year-old charged in DC armed carjacking, officer shoots at second suspectA 13-year-old was charged with armed carjacking following a vehicle pursuit in Washington, D.C., after an officer fired his weapon during the search. The second suspect is still at large.