Washington Capitals celebrating start of cherry blossom season at tonight's game
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It's Cherry Blossom night at Capital One Arena! The Washington Capitals will be sporting custom cherry blossom jerseys during their game tonight to celebrate DC's favorite time of year. FOX 5's Chad Ricardo is live at Capital One with more.

Capitol Police players win Congressional football game

While there were lots of politicians, politics was not the focus at Nationals Park Tuesday night as the annual Congressional Football Game featured a team of lawmakers taking on members of the U.S. Capitol Police.

Iran wants to move its World Cup matches from US to Mexico

Some Iranian officials are considering moving its matches out of the United States, but FIFA says it is in regular contact with the Iran soccer federation and it is not changing the match schedule announced last year.

How to watch the Fanatics Flag Football Classic on FOX

The biggest names in the NFL and entertainment compete in the inaugural Fanatics Flag Football Classic this weekend on FOX. Here’s how to watch the game and the full list of rosters.

Howard University beats UMBC for first NCAA tournament win in program history

Bryce Harris scored 19 points and grabbed 14 rebounds, hitting a turnaround jumper with 13 seconds left to lift Howard University to an 86–83 win over UMBC in the First Four on Tuesday night.

Capitol police win Congressional football game
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There were lots of politicians but no politics tonight at Nationals Park — that’s because the annual Congressional Football Game featured a team of lawmakers taking on members of the U.S. Capitol Police. Ultimately, the police got the win, but as FOX 5’s Josh Rosenthal explains, the game was about much more than that.

Alabama basketball star Aden Holloway arrested on marijuana charge days before NCAA Tourney

Aden Holloway was arrested after agents searched a residence near the University of Alabama’s campus and retrieved more than a pound of marijuana, paraphernalia, and money, according to authorities.

New Commanders stadium renderings show views from surrounding neighborhoods

The Washington Commanders have released new renderings of the stadium planned for the old RFK site, showing the arena from the perspective of the surrounding neighborhoods.

Rex Culpepper, ex-Syracuse QB, dead at 28 after dirt bike crash

Rex Culpepper, a former Syracuse Orange quarterback, died this past weekend due to injuries suffered in a dirt bike accident in Georgia.

March Madness 2026: How to watch the NCAA Tournament

Teams have punched their ticket to college basketball's biggest tournament of the year and here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the games and the full schedule.

Commanders donate jerseys to DC girls flag football teams
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Washington D.C.'s newest football players are getting the full pro treatment. Today, the Washington Commanders hosted a professional-style media day for girls' flag football teams of D.C. Public Charter Schools. FOX 5's Chad Ricardo has the story.

Kyler Murray joins Vikings: Fans divided on QB future

Kyler Murray has been signed as the new quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, sparking mixed reactions among fans. Some fans are thrilled about Murray's potential to bring success to the team, while others remain loyal to J.J. McCarthy.

Washington Spirit season kicks off with home opener at Audi Field on Friday
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The Washington Spirit is kicking off the season with their home opener at Audi Field Friday night, and this season is starting with championship expectations. FOX 5's Chad Ricardo joins us now with more.

Commanders release new renderings of RFK Stadium

The Washington Commanders have released new renderings of the team's stadium that will be built at the old RFK Stadium site in D.C.

Commanders fans react to newly released renderings of RFK Stadium renovations
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The Washington Commanders have released new renderings of the team's stadium that will be built at the old RFK Stadium site in D.C. FOX 5’s Shomari Stone is live in Northeast with reaction from Commanders’ fans.

Bam Adebayo scores 83 points, 2nd-best in NBA history

Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, the second-best scoring effort in NBA history, surpassing Kobe Bryant's 81-point performance.