17-year-old DC teen becomes one of the youngest licensed Black pilots in US
Many kids have dreams of becoming a pilot – but how about achieving your dream at age 17!
Shots fired in downtown DC near White House, National Mall: police
Authorities say a juvenile and two adults have been detained by officers after shots were fired early Friday morning in downtown D.C. near the National Mall and the White House.
Sole survivor of lightning strike outside White House speaks out
The lone survivor of a deadly lightning strike outside the White House a few weeks ago is now speaking out about her experience to FOX 5 DC.
Justice Department files motion to unseal Mar-a-Lago search warrant
Attorney General Merrick Garland on Thursday spoke publicly for the first time about this week's FBI search of former president Donald Trump’s Florida estate, explaining that he's asked the judge to unseal details of the search warrant.
Gay couple attacked, accused of having monkeypox in Northwest DC
A young, gay couple tells FOX 5 they were attacked in D.C.’s Shaw neighborhood simply due to their sexual orientation.
Biden tests positive for COVID-19 again in 'rebound' case, doctor says
White House physician Dr. Kevin O’Connor said in a letter that Biden "has experienced no reemergence of symptoms, and continues to feel quite well."
Woman who allegedly shot husband in DC hotel over child molestation claims to remain behind bars
Tears and emotions erupted inside a D.C. Superior Courtroom Friday after a judge ordered 48-year-old Shanteari Weems to be held without bail.
COVID omicron vaccine: US reaches deal with Moderna for winter booster shots
About 261 million Americans have received at least one COVID-19 shot, but only 108 million have received a booster.
Illinois lawmakers discuss solutions to gun violence — what to know
In the wake of the Highland Park shooting and the constant barrage of bullets in Chicago, two state Democrats are calling for a bipartisan solution.
Slain Chicago cop Ella French's mother gets applause at congressional hearing on law enforcement safety
"Ella's mother, Elizabeth French, is here with us today. I want to thank her personally for being here and for honoring the legacy of her wonderful daughter," Sen. Dick Durbin said.
Slain Chicago cop Ella French's mother gets applause at congressional hearing on law enforcement safety
The mother of slain Chicago officer Ella French received a round of applause Tuesday morning during the Senate Judiciary Committee's hearing on law enforcement officer safety.
Chicago police chief testifies at congressional hearing on gun violence
Senators heard testimony Tuesday on how gun violence is rocking police departments across the nation, and among the witnesses was a Chicago police chief.
Illinois lawmakers call for stricter gun control during Senate committee hearing on Highland Park shooting
Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) set the stage Wednesday during a Senate judicial committee hearing on the deadly Highland Park shooting.
A list of every known Illinois resident charged in the U.S. Capitol breach
In Illinois, at least 30 residents face charges for their role in the U.S. Capitol breach. They come from all around the state and include a onetime CEO, a Chicago police officer and an alleged member of the Proud Boys.
Illinois congresswoman arrested for blocking traffic during abortion rights protest
Multiple members of Congress including Reps. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., and Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., were arrested by Capitol Police Tuesday afternoon outside the Supreme Court building during an abortion rights protest.
Schakowsky among 16 members of Congress arrested during abortion protest near Supreme Court
Multiple members of Congress including Reps. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., and Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., were arrested by Capitol Police Tuesday afternoon outside the Supreme Court building during an abortion rights protest.
Highland Park families march in DC for gun control
Passions were running high on Capitol Hill Wednesday as hundreds of people, including many from the Chicago area, marched on Washington demanding a nationwide ban on assault weapons.
Highland Park families march for gun control
Passions were running high on Capitol Hill Wednesday as hundreds of people marched on Washington to demand a nationwide ban on assault weapons.
Illinois Lt. Gov. Stratton advocates for abortion rights in DC after Roe v. Wade overturned
"This is not about helping. This is only gonna harm and cause immeasurable suffering," Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton said.
Lt. Gov. Stratton addresses reality of a post-Roe v. Wade America
More than two weeks after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled to overturn Roe v. Wade, Illinois’ lieutenant governor was in D.C. advocating for re-productive rights.