Teacher raises at risk due to budget shortfall in Fairfax County Public Schools
Virginia’s largest school district is scrambling to find millions of dollars to close a shortfall in the upcoming school budget. FOX 5's Nana-Sentuo Bonsu has the story.
Canada's wildfire smoke could impact DC region again
Right now, wildfires are burning across Canada, and over the course of the summer, that could be problematic for the District, Maryland, and Virginia. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal spoke to a climatologist about the issue.
Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School swatting incident part of concerning threat in MCPS
FOX 5's Homa Bash has the latest details on the swatting incident at B-CC High School Thursday.
Man shot, killed outside apartment complex in District Heights
A man is dead and a Prince George's County community is searching for answers. FOX 5's Shomari Stone has the story.
2 kayakers rescued from Great Falls Park; 1 rushed to trauma hospital
First responders from Montgomery County and Fairfax County saved two people from the strong currents at Great Falls State Park.
Virgina State Police aim to 'DISS-RUPT' dangerous driving
Virginia State Police are hoping to curb fatalities on the interstate caused by dangerous driving behaviors. FOX 5’s Tisha Lewis went on a ride along with a state trooper who is working to catch violators.
Authorities clear encampment in Northwest DC amid increase in homelessness
Workers moved in to clear a major homeless camp in D.C. Thursday morning.
Mixed reaction after video of Prince George's County teacher having braids taken out by students goes viral
There are mixed reactions from the community after a Maryland school teacher was placed under investigation over viral TikTok videos featuring interactions with his students that some criticize as inappropriate.
'Swatting' call prompts lockdown at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School
Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School went on lockdown Thursday morning after school officials reported that a bomb threat was made towards the school.
Homelessness increasing across the DC area, new data shows
Workers moved in to clear a major homeless camp in D.C. Thursday morning. It comes after new data shows that in D.C., Virginia and Maryland, the homelessness problem is getting worse despite millions of dollars being spent on the issue.
DMV resident soaking up the sun after days of dreary rain
After days of dismal rain, the sun is shining over the DC area and people are getting out to enjoy it. FOX 5's Jen Delgado is at the Georgetown waterfront speaking with some of them.
DC police arrest 15; seize 20 guns, $23K, fentanyl, heroin, crack, cocaine, liquid PCP in massive bust
D.C. police say 15 people were arrested following a months-long, multi-agency investigation into a local drug ring.
FOX 5 DC reporter covers lockdown at son’s Maryland high school while teen shelters inside
FOX 5’s Bob Barnard has covered news in Washington, D.C. for over 25 years. But on Thursday, the news hit close to home.
FOX 5 DC reporter covers lockdown at son’s Maryland high school while teen shelters inside
FOX 5’s Bob Barnard has covered news in Washington, D.C. for over 25 years. But on Thursday, the news hit close to home. The veteran reporter was sent to cover a threat at a nearby high school that sent students and teachers into lockdown. The school, Bethesda-Chevy Chase, is right across the D.C. line and is where Bob’s 18-year-old son Jimmy attends.
Woodbridge man flashes gun at mother and child during road rage incident: police
A Woodbridge man brandished a gun at a mother and her five-year-old during a road rage incident.
'Swatting' call prompts lockdown at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School
Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School went on lockdown Thursday morning after school officials reported that a bomb threat was made towards the school.
Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School bomb threat
FOX 5's Bob Barnard talks to his son, a student at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School.
Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School on lockdown following reported bomb threat
Montgomery County Police say they are on scene and investigating the validity of a bomb threat at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School.
IRS owes millions to DC, Maryland & Virginia taxpayers - but deadline to claim is Friday
Taxpayers in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia could be owed millions of dollars by the Internal Revenue Service – but the deadline to claim your money is running out.
Mother's Day flowers do's and don'ts
Wondering how to create the perfect bouquet? TikTok star Justin Lievano, the design manager at Urban Stems joins FOX 5 to explain the do's and don'ts of Mother's Day flowers!