National Guardsman injured in DC shooting receives Purple Heart at State of the Union
President Donald Trump recognized the National Guardsman who was shot in an attack in Washington, D.C. during the State of the Union address Tuesday night.
President Donald Trump recognized the National Guardsman who was shot in an attack in Washington, D.C. during the State of the Union address Tuesday night.
2026 State of the Union: Timing, how to watch & more
President Donald Trump will deliver the 2026 State of the Union on Tuesday night and FOX 5 DC will have live coverage of the event.
President Donald Trump will deliver the 2026 State of the Union on Tuesday night and FOX 5 DC will have live coverage of the event.
Women’s US Olympic hockey team declines State of the Union invite
President Donald Trump invited both the U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team and the U.S. women's Olympic hockey team – who both won gold medals at the Milan Cortina Olympics – to the State of the Union on Tuesday. But it seems only one team will be able to make it.
President Donald Trump invited both the U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team and the U.S. women's Olympic hockey team – who both won gold medals at the Milan Cortina Olympics – to the State of the Union on Tuesday. But it seems only one team will be able to make it.
Man arrested after running toward US Capitol with loaded shotgun, police say
A man was arrested outside the U.S. Capitol building on Tuesday after bringing a loaded shotgun onto the premises, U.S. Capitol Police say.
A man was arrested outside the U.S. Capitol building on Tuesday after bringing a loaded shotgun onto the premises, U.S. Capitol Police say.
DHS shutdown now in effect after Congress fails to reach funding deal
The Department of Homeland Security is now partially shut down after Congress failed to pass a funding bill before the midnight deadline.
The Department of Homeland Security is now partially shut down after Congress failed to pass a funding bill before the midnight deadline.
Oakland U professor on looming DHS funding deadline
The clock is ticking to funding for the Department of Homeland Security expring Friday, as Democrats demand changes for Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Oakland University Political Science Chair Dr. Peter Trumbore weighs in on that, as well as Jeffrey Epstein's former confidant and co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell's deposition on Capitol Hill.
The clock is ticking to funding for the Department of Homeland Security expring Friday, as Democrats demand changes for Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Oakland University Political Science Chair Dr. Peter Trumbore weighs in on that, as well as Jeffrey Epstein's former confidant and co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell's deposition on Capitol Hill.
US Attorney Pirro seems to walk back threats to arrest lawful gun owners following backlash
During an appearance on Fox News on Monday, Pirro said that anyone who brings a gun to D.C., even if they're licensed to carry it elsewhere, should count on facing arrest.
During an appearance on Fox News on Monday, Pirro said that anyone who brings a gun to D.C., even if they're licensed to carry it elsewhere, should count on facing arrest.
Government Shutdown 2026: Partial shutdown ends after House vote
The House has passed a roughly $1.2 trillion spending package to end the partial government shutdown Tuesday afternoon.
The House has passed a roughly $1.2 trillion spending package to end the partial government shutdown Tuesday afternoon.
Asian elephant calf born at National Zoo for first time in nearly 25 years
The National Zoo in Washington, D.C., is celebrating the birth of a very special addition to the family this month!
The National Zoo in Washington, D.C., is celebrating the birth of a very special addition to the family this month!
Here's when to expect your tax refund from the IRS
Tax season kicked off last week, which means some Americans could see their refunds in just a few weeks.
Tax season kicked off last week, which means some Americans could see their refunds in just a few weeks.
Trump plans to close Kennedy Center for 2 years starting July 4
President Donald Trump announced Sunday that he plans to close The Kennedy Center for two years beginning in July.
President Donald Trump announced Sunday that he plans to close The Kennedy Center for two years beginning in July.
Why the next full moon is called the 'Snow Moon' — and how to see it
The 2026 'Snow Moon,' February’s full moon, peaks Sunday, Feb. 1. Named for winter’s snowier months, it will be visible at moonrise with easy viewing for skywatchers.
The 2026 'Snow Moon,' February’s full moon, peaks Sunday, Feb. 1. Named for winter’s snowier months, it will be visible at moonrise with easy viewing for skywatchers.
5 injured in shooting after fight breaks out on Metrobus in Northwest DC: police
Five people were injured in a shooting in Northwest D.C. Thursday evening, according to officials.
Five people were injured in a shooting in Northwest D.C. Thursday evening, according to officials.
Air Force One returns to Joint Base Andrews after 'minor electrical issue,' White House says
Air Force One had to return to Joint Base Andrews in Washington, D.C. after taking off Tuesday night.
Air Force One had to return to Joint Base Andrews in Washington, D.C. after taking off Tuesday night.
Washington Post reporter’s home searched by FBI in classified documents probe, newspaper says
FBI agents searched the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of an investigation into a government contractor accused of taking home classified material, the newspaper reported.
FBI agents searched the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of an investigation into a government contractor accused of taking home classified material, the newspaper reported.
Trump claims US will 'run' Venezuela after Maduro captured
The United States carried out a large-scale strike in Venezuela early Saturday, President Donald Trump said.
The United States carried out a large-scale strike in Venezuela early Saturday, President Donald Trump said.
Lawyers demand evidence of alleged DC pipe bomber's confession
Cole's lawyers have filed a request for the prosecution to provide evidence of his confession, including any recordings.
Cole's lawyers have filed a request for the prosecution to provide evidence of his confession, including any recordings.
Maryland congresswoman introduces two bills to overturn renaming of Kennedy Center
On Tuesday, Congresswoman April McClain Delaney introduced two pieces of legislation to overturn the attempt to add President Donald Trump's name to the John F.
On Tuesday, Congresswoman April McClain Delaney introduced two pieces of legislation to overturn the attempt to add President Donald Trump's name to the John F.
2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS important dates to remember
With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.
With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.
Stimulus payment December 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Hold off on that purchase! Online rumors of new stimulus checks by year’s end are out there.
Hold off on that purchase! Online rumors of new stimulus checks by year’s end are out there.