DC charter school claps back after congressman's 'inmate factory' comment
An Alabama congressman maligned D.C. schools this week – and one D.C. public charter school is not staying quiet on the matter.
Howard University men's basketball earns first NCAA tournament bid in decades
Get your dancing shoes ready! The Howard University men's basketball team are going to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in over three decades!
'We know that there's a bigger impact': Howard University swim team makes history
The Howard University's men's swimming and diving made history by winning their conference championship for the first time in decades, so FOX 5 caught up with members of the team to talk about their journey and how they hope it inspires future generations of Black swimmers.
St. John’s College High School's Patrick Behan named WCAC Coach of the Year
Back in September, Coach Behan revealed he had been diagnosed with ALS but said he wouldn't let it get in the way of his passion.
White student sues Howard University for $2 million over racial discrimination
A White student at Howard University’s law school is suing the institution for racial discrimination, alleging the school created a "hostile education environment."
OBX community asks DMV teens to stop 'out of control' beach behavior
Some beach communities in North Carolina are sending a stern message to high school seniors from the DMV to keep beach week partying to a minimum.
GWU closer to replacing Colonials moniker
Students at George Washington University could soon be cheering for the Truth.
Safe Passage worker dead after shooting near Coolidge High School
D.C. police are searching for the suspect who shot 36-year-old Michael Gaddis, a Safe Passage worker, on Monday near Coolidge High School.
Teenager shot outside of Northeast DC school
A juvenile teenager was shot near a Northeast D.C. school on Friday, prompting a lockdown at the building.
Over 200 Howard University students using GoFundMe to pay tuition
"My goal is $10,980, and I think .74 cents," says Jaleen Bondieumaitre, a sophomore at Howard University.
New letter details alleged sex abuse at Washington Hebrew Congregation preschool
Parents who say their toddlers were sexually abused by a former staff member at the Washington Hebrew Congregation's preschool are speaking out publicly for the first time about the alleged atrocities.
Northwest DC school hosts robotics competition for DMV students
A school in Northwest D.C. is celebrating kids, science, and technology this weekend! The DC International School (DCI) is hosting dozens of middle and high school students from all over the DMV for a robotics building challenge on Saturday and Sunday.
DC public schools require negative COVID tests after Thanksgiving break
Public schools in the District are requiring all students and staff to submit a negative COVID-19 test before returning to the classroom from the Thanksgiving holiday.
DC Public Schools reaches tentative agreement with teachers' union
D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) have reached a tentative contract agreement with the Washington Teachers' Union (WTU), according to Mayor Muriel Bowser's office.
Investigation underway into shooting near Northwest DC school
A Northwest, D.C. school was placed on lockdown and two others were placed on alert Friday afternoon after a shooting nearby, according to police.
DMV leaders respond to national report showing learning loss in math, reading
A shocking report card on learning loss shows DMV school test scores down along with scores across the country. It's all part of a new national report out Monday showing learning loss is an ongoing casualty of the COVID-19 school shutdowns.
DC Public School teachers report issues getting paid
Some teachers in D.C. are complaining that they still have not been paid yet or having back pay issues, despite the fact that school started almost one month ago.
Police investigate report of sexual abuse at SEED DC school
An investigation is underway into an alleged sexual abuse at a D.C. public boarding school in Southeast.
Crossing guard shortage in DC sparking concerns
Parents have spoken out about safety concerns at some D.C. public schools as the District deals with a shortage of crossing guards.
Going Back-To-School with the FOX 5 DC family
As students in Montgomery County, Prince George's County, Washington, D.C. and many more head back to class today, we're taking a look at your Back-To-School photos - as well as our very own.