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Holiday lights across DC, Maryland & Virginia

The holiday season has arrived and FOX 5 has your guide to the best attractions and events taking place in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia to celebrate!

Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Police Blotter: Cumberland Police Arrest Multiple Suspects

In a separate incident at 7:39 PM, police responded to a theft report at a business on Virginia Avenue. Rick Lindsley Michel, the suspect, was identified after allegedly stealing merchandise. Following the investigation, Michel, 34, of Cumberland, was issued a criminal summons.

What’s open, closed on Indigenous Peoples-Columbus Day 2024 in DC area

There will be some closures and adjustments in the D.C. area on Monday, Oct. 14, as residents commemorate Indigenous Peoples Day and Columbus Day.

Fire in Cecil county claims the lives of seven dogs

Seven dogs died in a house fire in Cecil County on Saturday night. There were no major injuries to the people living in the home.

Commanders Lose Star Jonathan Allen For Remainder of Game vs Ravens

Washington Commanders defensive tackle Jonathan Allen has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game. Allen sustained a pectoral injury in the highly-touted matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. As the final five minutes of the game transpire, the Commanders are down 20-30 to Baltimore.

Photon-Powered Breakthrough: Speedy, Secure, and Sustainable Telecom for the Future

A new study uncovers technologies that could unveil energy-efficient information processing and sophisticated data security. Innovative research from the University of Maryland presents a device that processes telecommunications data using light,

Big Ten football power rankings after Week 7: A change at the top.

Whew! What a week of Big Ten football. We’ve now made it through seven weeks in the new, improved, and expanded Big Ten, and each time out provides additional data points and eyeball tests to try and figure out the pecking order in the conference might be.

University of Maryland set to honour Olympic gold medalist Thea Lafond-Gadson

Additionally, Lafond-Gadson along with basketball player Alyssa Thomas who helped Team USA reach the top of the podium for the eighth straight time, will

Eleven transported after eating ‘toxic mushrooms’ in York County; FD

Eleven people were taken to a York County hospital after firefighters said they ingested “toxic mushrooms.” The incident happened Friday night around 9:30 p.m. in the 200 block of Burke Road in Peach Bottom Township,

Rise in college student voting could have a big swing state impact

Americans ages 18 to 24 have historically voted in very low proportions—15 to 20 percentage points below the rest of the population as recently as the presidential election years of

Seven dogs killed in Cecil County kitchen fire, officials say

Seven dogs were killed in a Cecil County kitchen fire Saturday evening, according to the Maryland State Fire Marshal.At 7:26 P.M., firefighters responded to 16

Football: Northwestern’s turnover advantage fuels decisive 37-10 win over Maryland

Six days removed from its Big Ten home opener against No. 23 Indiana, Northwestern headed to College Park with its back against the wall, gearing up for a pivotal Friday night showdown at Maryland. Both teams looked to shake off slow starts in league play and claim their first conference victory.

College Football Corner: Prime time sees the Dukes thrive on Thursday, Terps fade on Friday

WTOP’s Dave Preston breaks down James Madison defeating UL Monroe and Maryland getting blown out by Northwestern.

Baltimore Program Could Repurpose Thousands of Vacant Housing Units

The city and state are investing $3 billion in rescuing vacant residential properties to promote homeownership and reduce blight.

Homebreds Sweep All Eight Maryland Million Stakes

Horses owned by their breeders swept all eight of the stakes on the 39th annual Jim McKay Maryland Million program Saturday at Laurel Park. Brilliant Ice, a 5-year-old gelding owned and bred by Crystal Park Stables,

50 Words or Less: The Ravens-Commanders Regional Rivalry, Explained

Jayden Daniels isn’t a typical rookie. Dean Pees will help Baltimore’s defense. The Commanders will need to stop Derrick Henry.

Ravens vs. Commanders: Preview, breakdown, key matchups and stats heading into week six

The Ravens (3-2) are set to play host to their regional rivals the Washington Commanders (4-1) on Sunday at 1 p.m. at the M&T Bank Stadium.

Cranesville Swamp: Celebrating 60 Years as a National Natural Landmark

On Oct. 4, 2024, the West Virginia and Maryland/DC chapters of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) celebrated a significant milestone: the 60th anniversary of the […]

Ravens Activate Rasheen Ali, Elevate Yannick Ngakoue to Face Commanders

Rookie running back Rasheen Ali has been activated from injured reserve to face the Washington Commanders in Week 6, while veteran defensive end Yannick Ngakoue has been elevated from the practice squad for the second straight game.

College football Week 7 highlights: Top plays, games, takeaways

Between the absolute fireworks in Ohio State-Oregon and the dizzying back-and-forth in Penn State-USC, we can't get enough of this new Big Ten.

Warren Buffett's company website looks like a relic from the 1990s — but that's on purpose

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway homepage is little more than a list of hyperlinks, but experts say the design speaks to the company's culture.

Concerns Surrounding Harborplace Development Project

This week, the Maryland Supreme Court ruled "question F" will stay on the ballot.The controvesialTHE CONTROVERSIAL BALLOT QUESTION ASKS VOTERS ABOUT REDEVELOPM

Workgroup’s report calls for doing away with contested elections of circuit judges

The final report, two years in the making, said 75% of the workgroup’s membership voiced support for doing away with contested judicial elections – although the report did not provide a specific breakdown of which members had lined up for or against the recommendation.

Fracking is banned in Maryland, but mineral rights remain to befuddle heirs

If you watched the Harris-Trump debate in Philadelphia recently, you probably learned more about fracking and suddenly asked yourself, “Fracking in Maryland?" The answer could be Yes and No!

Maryland Sets New Sports Betting Tax Record, September Revenue Rises 43% Year-Over-Year

The $532.9 million handle, fifth-best all time, rose 20.4% and was the highest since March’s $536.7 million. The 12.3% hold was up around two points year-over-year and month-over-month. It’s also the sixth consecutive month with a double-digit win rate.

14-year-olds arrested following robbery, detained multiple times around Maryland

The girls have been charged with three separate robberies, stemming from incidents on September 27 and have been arrested multiple times throughout the state.

Guns, foreign policy, reproductive rights, and the economy: A Maryland Senate Debate

Accusations of lies and misinformation from both candidates littered the Maryland Senate Debate last night, hosted by Maryland Public Television.

Sexual assault along popular Maryland trail under investigation

A woman was sexually assaulted in broad daylight on Rock Creek Trail in Chevy Chase, Maryland, and the suspect remains at large, police say.

Maryland woman sentenced to house arrest for defrauding Medicaid of $1 million

A Maryland woman was sentenced to one year of house arrest for defrauding Medicaid of $1 million, according to Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown.

Did you see the Northern Lights in Maryland? Ava explains why it happens

Meteorologist Ava Marie explains how the Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, could be seen through clear skies in Maryland. In the video above, she explains how big pulses of energy from the sun go down through the Earth's magnetic fields to the poles, exciting oxygen gases in the atmosphere, which causes the great colors.

Maryland sports betting hits record $532 million in September amid NFL surge

September marked a record month for sports wagering in Maryland – and it appears as though a certain surging football team is one of the reasons why.

Maryland Million Day: ‘Maryland’s Day at the Races’

It promises to be a beautiful early fall day to remember on Saturday at Laurel Park for the 39th Jim McKay Maryland Million and all “Maryland’s Day at the Races” has to offer. Maryland Million is the

UMSOM LAUNCHES NEW RURAL HEALTH INITIATIVE TO ADDRESS PHYSICIAN SHORTAGE ON MARYLAND'S EASTERN SHORE

With a commitment to addressing rural health disparities and the challenges faced by Maryland's rural Eastern Shore residents, the University of Maryland School of Medicine has launched the Rural Health Equity and Access Longitudinal Elective (R-HEALE).

Maryland finds balance between rest and football on bye week before Northwestern game

There’s no such thing as an off week during football season, even when there’s not a game on the schedule. For Maryland players and coaches, the goal is to strike a balance between getting away from football and still being connected to football.

Northwestern vs. Maryland prediction, odds, line, spread: 2024 Week 7 college football picks from proven model

The Maryland Terrapins will battle the Northwestern Wildcats in Big Ten Friday night action. Maryland will be making an appearance on Friday night for the fifth consecutive season, and has won four in a row in prime time.