Debate dust settles: Court rulings and close races
We dive deep into the high-stakes race in Michigan, where third-party candidates like Jill Stein and RFK Jr. could play spoiler in a tight contest. We also have the latest on Donald Trump's legal battle in Georgia, and what voters are saying after this week's blockbuster debate between Trump and Kamala Harris. Plus, our roundtable of top reporters breaks down where the race stands with just 53 days to go in all seven of our crucial swing states.
Suspected DUI driver crashes into 2 patrol cars and Montgomery County firefighter: police
A firefighter was left suffering injuries after a DUI suspect crashed into two unmarked parols cars in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Mamta Kafle Bhatt’s husband appears in court day after another search of Manassas Park home
The husband of a missing Manassas Park woman appeared in court Friday, one day after investigators executed another search warrant at the couple’s Virginia home.
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4 suspects steal ATM from business in Southeast DC
The Metropolitan Police Department continues to search for four suspects involved in stealing an ATM from a business in Southeast, D.C.
3 killed when Maryland senior-living facility bus crashes head-on into dump truck: police
Three people were killed in a crash in a rural section of southwestern Charles County, authorities say.
3 killed when Maryland senior-living facility bus crashes head-on into dump truck: police
Three occupants of a senior-living facility transportation bus were killed when their vehicle crashed head-on into a dump truck in southern Maryland, authorities say.
New details about driver charged with killing Johnny Gaudreau, brother revealed in detention hearing
The driver charged with killing NHL hockey player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew as they bicycled on a rural road had a blood-alcohol level of .087, above the .08 legal limit in New Jersey, a prosecutor said Friday.
Lockdown lifted at 2 Montgomery County high schools after report of gunman nearby: police
Two high schools in Montgomery County are sheltering in place after reports of an individual outside the school campuses with a handgun.
Philadelphia fire: Massive building fire in Frankford placed under control, dozens displaced
Firefighters battled a massive fire that torched two buildings in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood on Friday morning.
Boeing machinists in WA go on strike after rejecting contract offer
Aircraft assembly workers walked off the job early Friday at Boeing factories near Seattle and elsewhere after union members voted overwhelmingly to go on strike and reject a tentative contract that would have increased wages by 25% over four years.
DC police officer killed trying to retrieve gun from storm drain remembered at funeral
A Washington, D.C. police officer who died after a gun he was trying to recover from a storm drain accidentally fired was remembered during funeral services Thursday.
Suspect flees on foot after fatal hit-and-run in Springfield
A suspect fled on foot after a deadly hit-and-run crash in Fairfax County on Friday morning.
Francine remnants bring Friday the 13th clouds to DC region
FOX 5’s Taylor Grenda says the remnants of what was Hurricane Francine will bring cloud coverage to the Washington, D.C. area, creating a gloomy start to Friday the 13th.
Solheim Cup: Frustration after long shuttle lines cause many fans to miss first tee
The Solheim Cup’s opening matches at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club began Friday morning with half-empty grandstands, as transportation issues left fans stranded at a nearby concert venue.
DC police officer killed trying to retrieve gun from storm drain remembered at funeral
A Washington, D.C. police officer who died after a gun he was trying to recover from a storm drain accidentally fired was remembered during funeral services Thursday.
Bowie police officer fires at vehicle during traffic stop
Questions remain after a Bowie police officer opened fire on a car Thursday morning, with no charges filed so far.
DC elementary school apologizing for 'unacceptable' conversation on racism
A D.C. school is apologizing for what they're calling an "unacceptable" conversation on racism. It involved fourth graders at Shepherd Elementary School being segregated. FOX 5's Lili Zheng spoke to parents about the issue.
Secret Service to boost security on Jan. 6, 2025 for election certification
The U.S. Secret Service (USSS) will ramp up security on Jan. 6, 2025, in an effort to "ensure the safety and security" of the upcoming Electoral College vote count at the Capitol. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal has the story.
Bowie police officer allegedly shoots at stranded car on highway
Questions are swirling after a Bowie police officer opened fire on a car Thursday morning. FOX 5's Shomari Stone has the story.