Hundreds jump into the Potomac River to raise awareness about climate change
Jumping into a cold 42 degree Potomac River at the National Harbor takes a certain type of mindset. A mindset that thinks about the changing climate.
José Andrés nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
Washington, D.C.-based celebrity chef José Andrés has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.
Virginia to-go cocktails permanent after passed by House, Senate
The Virginia state legislature has voted in favor of making cocktail to-go orders permanent.
Virginia foster care organization holds annual blanket drive
A Virginia foster care organization is doing it part to help those in need stay warm this winter.
Post-pandemic fallout still impacting college students as many struggle to stay in school
As college students across the region get back to school and begin their second semester, some co-eds are finding it difficult to hold on, even dropping out as a result of a mix of mental health and other issues.
More hospitals requiring masks as flu, COVID-19 cases surge
More U.S. hospitals are requiring masks and limiting visitors as health officials face a post-holiday spike in flu and other illnesses.
DC cherry blossoms: Why are some trees around the Washington Monument already blooming?
If you think you saw cherry blossom trees blooming around the Washington Monument in D.C. – don’t worry! Your eyes are not deceiving you!
RSV, flu, COVID-19 on the rise in DC area
Health officials are urging medical professionals to take precautions in the face of an uptick in flu, COVID and RSV now that the holidays are over.
U.S. Bank sending nearly $6 million to consumers for freezing access to unemployment benefits during COVID-19
U.S. Bank allegedly froze thousands of accounts of unemployed workers during the pandemic, and they didn’t create a simple way for them to retrieve access to their accounts.
Maryland receives over $240 Million for clean water infrastructure
Maryland U.S. Senators announced the state will be receiving $240,451,000 to modernize clean water infrastructure.
Flu, COVID-19 infections rising, could worsen over holidays, CDC says
U.S. health officials say flu and COVID-19 infections are expected to ramp up in the coming weeks.
JN.1 COVID-19 variant: What to know about the latest virus strain
The latest virus strain was first identified in the United States in September.
Virginia Ali, Ben’s Chili Bowl co-founder, celebrates 90th birthday
Virginia Ali, owner and co-founder of Ben’s Chili Bowl, is celebrating her 90th birthday this weekend.
National Ugly Sweater Day: Festive and slightly fashion-challenged
National ugly sweater day is celebrated on the third Friday in December each year and this year's celebration lands on Friday, December 15.
Wreaths Across America Day: How to honor the fallen at Arlington National Cemetery
Volunteers will place holiday wreaths on the graves of fallen service members at Arlington National Cemetery on Saturday, Dec. 16 as part of Wreaths Across America Day.
FOX 5 photojournalist, studio technician get engaged during surprise proposal LIVE on GoodDay!
FOX 5 photojournalist Dan Grudovich popped the question to girlfriend, and studio technician, Mandissah Charles - LIVE on the air during GoodDay Friday – in a surprise proposal!!!!
DC public schools begin turning away students who are behind on immunization requirements
D.C. public school students are being turned away from the classroom if they are not current on their shots.
Metro gets festive with gingerbread wonderland themed buses and train
Metro is kicking off the holiday season with a pop-up shop and specially wrapped gingerbread train and buses.
Pickleball takes over Arlington County jail with new court for inmates
Arlington County Detention Facility welcomes a new pickleball court and lessons for inmates.
Government offering more free COVID-19 tests for home delivery through the mail
The new release of free COVID-19 nasal swab tests comes ahead of the first winter since the pandemic started that insurers are no longer required to cover the cost of them.