Thursday, May 23 2013 11:29 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:29:54 GMT
Rescuers have freed a construction worker trapped inside a collapsed garage at Westfield Montgomery Mall after being trapped for nearly four hours beneath a 40-foot section of concrete. A second worker has died.
Rescuers have freed a construction worker trapped inside a collapsed garage at Westfield Montgomery Mall after being trapped for nearly four hours beneath a 40-foot section of concrete. A second worker has died.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:00:10 GMT
Getting around the Metro system is no easy task. There are the fares, the maps and the trains. Now imagine trying to navigate all that as young person with a disability. It's a lot to figure out. But one Metro employee is lending a helping hand to make it easier.
Getting around the Metro system is no easy task. There are the fares, the maps and the trains. Now imagine trying to navigate all that as young person with a disability. It's a lot to figure out. But one Metro employee is lending a helping hand to make it easier.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:32 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:32:32 GMT
It's a troubling problem -- veterans returning from war and then left waiting for months and sometimes years for their disability claims. The Department of Veterans Affairs has a backlog of nearly 600,000 claims pending for more than 125 days. On Wednesday, lawmakers on Capitol Hill called that unacceptable and introduced legislation to try and fix the problem.
It's a troubling problem -- veterans returning from war and then left waiting for months and sometimes years for their disability claims. The Department of Veterans Affairs has a backlog of nearly 600,000 claims pending for more than 125 days. On Wednesday, lawmakers on Capitol Hill called that unacceptable and introduced legislation to try and fix the problem.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 10:36 PM EDT2013-05-16 02:36:07 GMT
It's a dangerous trend that is taking hold in our area -- targeting kids as young as 13 years old. But now police and city leaders are making businesses that sell synthetic marijuana the target in an effort to get this deadly substitute off the streets.
It's a dangerous trend that is taking hold in our area -- targeting kids as young as 13 years old. But now police and city leaders are making businesses that sell synthetic marijuana the target in an effort to get this deadly substitute off the streets.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:22 PM EDT2013-05-15 23:22:53 GMT
Smart electricity meters are raising new concerns in the District. These "smart meters" let Pepco read your meter wirelessly. But earlier this week, a FOX 5 investigation revealed a wide range of potential problems. Pepco has installed the meters at 270,000 homes and businesses in the District, but some D.C. councilmembers are now saying not so fast.
Smart electricity meters are raising new concerns in the District. These "smart meters" let Pepco read your meter wirelessly. But earlier this week, a FOX 5 investigation revealed a wide range of potential problems. Pepco has installed the meters at 270,000 homes and businesses in the District, but some D.C. councilmembers are now saying not so fast.
Monday, May 13 2013 11:06 PM EDT2013-05-14 03:06:24 GMT
Power companies are swapping out old meters -- for newer "smart" versions. The devices allow utilities to read your meter wirelessly without sending a meter reader. But opposition is growing here and across the country warning of health and safety concerns. Some smart meters have overheated and caught fire.
Power companies are swapping out old meters -- for newer "smart" versions. The devices allow utilities to read your meter wirelessly without sending a meter reader. But opposition is growing here and across the country warning of health and safety concerns. Some smart meters have overheated and caught fire.
Thursday, May 9 2013 11:57 PM EDT2013-05-10 03:57:43 GMT
A mother is fighting D.C. Public Schools to protect her son with autism. She believes the 12-year-old has been repeatedly bullied and abused. Now, instead of school being a safe happy place, it's a nightmare.
A mother is fighting D.C. Public Schools to protect her son with autism. She believes the 12-year-old has been repeatedly bullied and abused. Now, instead of school being a safe happy place, it's a nightmare.
Wednesday, May 1 2013 10:45 PM EDT2013-05-02 02:45:48 GMT
A ticket controversy at a local theatre company has sparked allegations of discrimination. The theatre is accused of overcharging for certain seats. Matt Gausman says he had a front row seat to what he claims is an unfair and illegal practice.
A ticket controversy at a local theatre company has sparked allegations of discrimination. The theatre is accused of overcharging for certain seats. Matt Gausman says he had a front row seat to what he claims is an unfair and illegal practice.
Tuesday, April 30 2013 10:38 PM EDT2013-05-01 02:38:44 GMT
D.C.'s embattled Fire and EMS department is facing more scrutiny. FOX 5 has uncovered continued problems with emergency responders taking too long. At least a dozen incidents are under investigation for what appear to be slow response times.
D.C.'s embattled Fire and EMS department is facing more scrutiny. FOX 5 has uncovered continued problems with emergency responders taking too long. At least a dozen incidents are under investigation for what appear to be slow response times.
Monday, April 29 2013 10:44 PM EDT2013-04-30 02:44:11 GMT
The next big disaster could strike anywhere, anytime and a growing number of people are getting prepared. They are the preppers next door stocking up on food, supplies and all the tools needed to survive.
The next big disaster could strike anywhere, anytime and a growing number of people are getting prepared. They are the preppers next door stocking up on food, supplies and all the tools needed to survive.
Monday, February 18 2013 10:52 PM EST2013-02-19 03:52:55 GMT
People thrown or pushed onto the tracks. What if something like this were to happen in D.C. area's Metro system? It hasn't happened yet, but people do fall, and if a train is coming, there may be only one way to survive.
A bizarre series of attacks on subway systems in New York and Philadelphia proves the unthinkable can happen. People were thrown or pushed onto the tracks. What if something like this were to happen on the Washington D.C. area's Metro system? It hasn't happened yet, but people do fall, and if a train is coming, there may be only one way to survive.
Monday, February 18 2013 6:47 PM EST2013-02-18 23:47:15 GMT
Millions of smokers are turning to e-cigarettes to get their nicotine fix. Many believe the electronic devices are healthier, but there is growing concern about what's in e-cigs.
Millions of smokers are turning to e-cigarettes to get their nicotine fix. Many believe the electronic devices are healthier, but there is growing concern about what's in e-cigs and whether the candy-like flavors appeal to kids.
Wednesday, February 13 2013 9:26 PM EST2013-02-14 02:26:13 GMT
In today's high tech warfare, there's one thing that hasn't changed. During combat, you need boots on the ground. At Marine Corps Base Quantico just outside Washington, troops are being trained for the frontlines.
In today's high tech warfare, there's one thing that hasn't changed. During combat, you need boots on the ground. At Marine Corps Base Quantico just outside Washington, troops are being trained for the frontlines.
Monday, September 24 2012 12:05 PM EDT2012-09-24 16:05:00 GMT
A FOX 5 investigation discovered some professors at the University of the District of Columbia who claim to have Ph.D.s, got them from a school that fits the government definition of a diploma mill.
They are colleges in name only, diploma mills, where a degree can be bought and paid for with very little work. These bogus universities lack recognition from any legitimate agency. A FOX 5 investigation discovered some professors at the University of the District of Columbia who claim to have Ph.D.s, got them from a school that fits the government definition of a diploma mill.
Thursday, May 3 2012 6:12 PM EDT2012-05-03 22:12:00 GMT
Metro's escalators are admittedly "bad" but a FOX 5 Investigation found the worst escalators spend more time out of service than working. Despite Metro's goal to have escalators working 90 percent of the
Metro's escalators are admittedly "bad" but a FOX 5 Investigation found the worst escalators spend more time out of service than working.
Metro's escalators are admittedly "bad" but a FOX 5 Investigation found the worst escalators spend more time out of service than working. Despite Metro's goal to have escalators working 90 percent of the time, some of the...
Metro's escalators are admittedly "bad" but a FOX 5 Investigation found the worst escalators spend more time out of service than working. Despite Metro's goal to have escalators working 90 percent of the time.
Fists flying, hair pulling. Two high school girls pound on each other. Friends stand around watching and laughing. Police quickly jump in and stop the fight. FOX 5 caught the violence, right inside the busy Judiciary Square...
Fists flying, hair pulling. Two high school girls pound on each other. Friends stand around watching and laughing. Police quickly jump in and stop the fight. FOX 5 caught the violence, right inside the busy Judiciary Square...
The foreclosure crisis is far from over. Millions of desperate homeowners are trying to dig their way out. They can't afford their mortgage and can't qualify for help. For many, the answer to their problems seems to be a...
The foreclosure crisis is far from over. Millions of desperate homeowners are trying to dig their way out. They can't afford their mortgage and can't qualify for help. For many, the answer to their problems seems to be a...
Rowdy students partying into all hours of the night are keeping neighbors awake. These so called off campus "party houses" are now at the center of debate over American University's plans to expand. Neighbors want AU to get...
Rowdy students partying into all hours of the night are keeping neighbors awake. These so called off campus "party houses" are now at the center of debate over American University's plans to expand. Neighbors want AU to get...
Security cameras meant to fight crime on Metro may not be doing the job. Our FOX 5 investigation found cameras on buses and in stations broken for months and even years without being fixed. We looked at a one month snapshot...
Security cameras meant to fight crime on Metro may not be doing the job. Our FOX 5 investigation found cameras on buses and in stations broken for months and even years without being fixed. We looked at a one month snapshot...
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