Former DC councilman Jack Evans announces bid for Mendelson’s seat
WASHINGTON (7News) — Former councilmember Jack Evans confirmed to 7News Tuesday that he will run for chairman of the D.C. council. "I am excited to run for chair of the council of the District of Columbia. I think new leadership is important. I want to focus on education, housing, public safety, education, affordable...
WHOA/DEVELOPING: “The Potter’s House DC (PHDC) will be closed until further notice. This closure...
1658 Columbia Road, NW in brighter days back in 2014. “We are devastated by this development, and know that this space has been a pillar for our neighbors and friends for over 65 years. We only hope to re-open PHDC as an independent, self-funded organization dedicated to serving others and creating space for everyone...
Two Alexandria Grocery Stores to Close Their Doors
Fans of Amazon Fresh in Alexandria will soon be shopping elsewhere. The company announced Tuesday that they plan to close all physical stores across the country as of Feb. 1. The company said it wants to concentrate on same-day delivery from Whole Foods Market, which it owns. “After a careful...
Investigators say deadly midair collision near DC followed years of ignored warnings about traffic
WASHINGTON — National Transportation Safety Board members were deeply troubled Tuesday over years of ignored warnings about helicopter traffic dangers and other problems, long before last year's midair collision between an American Airlines jet and an Army Black Hawk, which killed 67 people near Washington, D.C. The...
How ice – and ICE – are impacting a Virginia snow removal company
ARLINGTON, Va. — The thick layer of ice currently blanketing Northern Virginia sidewalks is proving difficult to chip away, and a local landscaping crew says the cleanup is being slowed by more than just the freezing temperatures. As homeowners in Fairfax and Arlington counties try to clear neighborhood streets,...
Northern Virginia residents face icy roads days after winter storm
Neighborhoods across Northern Virginia are still working to dig their cars out days after Sunday’s winter storm, as freezing temperatures continue to refreeze roads.
Governor pushes for smaller, denser housing
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has proposed a drastic change in Maryland zoning law to promote construction of more affordable homes, but state officials who represent College Park are divided on whether it would be a good thing. Moore has introduced a bill in the Maryland General Assembly—SB 36 in the...
The Marissa Mitchell Show launching on FOX 5 DC
WASHINGTON - FOX 5's Marissa Mitchell is launching a brand-new show on FOX 5 DC on Monday!!!. Introducing, "The Marissa Mitchell Show"! Hosted by FOX 5 anchor Marissa Mitchell, this hour-long program will air weekdays at 11 a.m. ET and be available to stream on FOX LOCAL starting February 2.
Death of a Cheesecake Factory: Neighborhood Mourns a Once-Bustling Date Spot
I’m in my car thinking deeply about crust. I’m thinking about the different meanings the word holds, from the Earth’s crust to the crust on a loaf of bread to the crust you need to scrape off the bottom of a pot after overcooking your mac and cheese.
Rescuers find missing boy trapped in snow
MCLEAN, Va. (WUSA/CNN/CNN Newsource/WKRC) - Rescuers found a missing boy trapped in snow. A young boy in McLean, Virginia experienced a frightening ordeal when he became trapped in snow, but quick-thinking firefighters from Fairfax County came to his rescue. "Well the original plan was, how are we going to get...

















