Monday, June 17 2013 12:59 PM EDT2013-06-17 16:59:43 GMT
Our very own Holly Morris won an Emmy Saturday night honoring the live reports she brings us every morning from places and events around Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
Our very own Holly Morris won an Emmy Saturday night honoring the live reports she brings us every morning from places and events around Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
Monday, June 17 2013 10:35 AM EDT2013-06-17 14:35:42 GMT
Two people are in the hospital after being shot overnight in the District.One victim is a man, the other is a young woman.The incident happened around 2:00 a.m. Monday in the 4900 block of G Street, southeast.The only thing investigators can say is that they're looking for silver car.
Two people are in the hospital after being shot overnight in the District.One victim is a man, the other is a young woman.The incident happened around 2:00 a.m. Monday in the 4900 block of G Street, southeast.The only thing investigators can say is that they're looking for silver car.
Monday, June 17 2013 8:07 AM EDT2013-06-17 12:07:24 GMT
Coincidentally, both dads are named Brad. Brad Benton and Brad Letson turned to social media to adopt a son, when they became frustrated with the long wait of a traditional adoption. After months of trying to find a child through an agency, starting back in January of 2009, they eventually placed an ad on Facebook. Six hours later, they got a response from a woman named Sesa. The Brads say Sesa was pregnant and not sure about what to do. Months later, after staying in touch and tal...
Coincidentally, both dads are named Brad. Brad Benton and Brad Letson turned to social media to adopt a son, when they became frustrated with the long wait of a traditional adoption. After months of trying to find a child through an agency, starting back in January of 2009, they eventually placed an ad on Facebook. Six hours later, they got a response from a woman named Sesa. The Brads say Sesa was pregnant and not sure about what to do. Months later, after staying in touch and tal...
Monday, June 17 2013 8:04 AM EDT2013-06-17 12:04:11 GMT
Today’s Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Cindy. She says she was looking up at the weather and noticed the moon was “a waxing gibbous,” what does that mean, and where did the words come from?
Today’s Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Cindy. She says she was looking up at the weather and noticed the moon was “a waxing gibbous,” what does that mean, and where did the words come from?
Monday, June 17 2013 6:22 AM EDT2013-06-17 10:22:33 GMT
A solar-powered plane bidding to fly across the U.S. has landed at Dulles International Airport near the nation's capital, with one leg to New York left.
A solar-powered plane bidding to fly across the U.S. has landed at Dulles International Airport near the nation's capital, with one leg to New York left.
Monday, June 17 2013 5:30 AM EDT2013-06-17 09:30:50 GMT
President Barack Obama declared peace in Northern Ireland a "blueprint" for those living amid conflict around the world, while acknowledging that the calm between Catholics and Protestants will face further tests. Summoning young people to take responsibility for their country's future, Obama warned there is "more to lose now than there has ever been.""The terms of peace may be negotiated by leaders, but the fate of peace is up to you," Obama said Monday during remarks at Belfast's Waterfront...
President Barack Obama declared peace in Northern Ireland a "blueprint" for those living amid conflict around the world, while acknowledging that the calm between Catholics and Protestants will face further tests. Summoning young people to take responsibility for their country's future, Obama warned there is "more to lose now than there has ever been.""The terms of peace may be negotiated by leaders, but the fate of peace is up to you," Obama said Monday during remarks at Belfast's Waterfront...
Friday, June 14 2013 11:08 AM EDT2013-06-14 15:08:40 GMT
Today's Ask Tony and Tucker questions comes from a person who wishes to remain anonymous. "I was just watching the sports segment. One of the players uniforms was filthy from sliding. It got me to wondering, I have a heck of a time trying to keep my kids uniforms clean. How do the professional baseball teams do it?"
Today's Ask Tony and Tucker questions comes from a person who wishes to remain anonymous. "I was just watching the sports segment. One of the players uniforms was filthy from sliding. It got me to wondering, I have a heck of a time trying to keep my kids uniforms clean. How do the professional baseball teams do it?"
Friday, June 14 2013 6:48 AM EDT2013-06-14 10:48:11 GMT
Prepare to slow down in Rockville. Friday is the last day you'll receive a warning if you drive through a red light at Seven Locks Road and Fortune Terrace.
Prepare to slow down in Rockville. Friday is the last day you'll receive a warning if you drive through a red light at Seven Locks Road and Fortune Terrace.
Thursday, June 13 2013 11:11 PM EDT2013-06-14 03:11:54 GMT
A massive storm system that started in the Upper Midwest brought soaking rains and heavy winds to the Mid-Atlantic Thursday, causing widespread power outages, flash flooding and extensive flight delays, but largely failing to live up to its fierce billing.
A massive storm system that started in the Upper Midwest brought soaking rains and heavy winds to the Mid-Atlantic Thursday, causing widespread power outages, flash flooding and extensive flight delays, but largely failing to live up to its fierce billing.
Thursday, June 13 2013 9:03 AM EDT2013-06-13 13:03:46 GMT
Our Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Kerri Pettway in Greenbelt, Maryland. She wants to know, "How do speed cameras work? If you have one camera on a 3 or 4 lane highway, which car does it know to catch if you have two or more cars going over the speed limit? Or Does it catch them all? Or does it catch the car closest to the camera?
Our Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Kerri Pettway in Greenbelt, Maryland. She wants to know, "How do speed cameras work? If you have one camera on a 3 or 4 lane highway, which car does it know to catch if you have two or more cars going over the speed limit? Or Does it catch them all? Or does it catch the car closest to the camera?
Wednesday, June 12 2013 9:10 AM EDT2013-06-12 13:10:40 GMT
While we wait for another round of severe weather, parts of the region are still picking up after the last one. The National Weather Service confirmed at least three tornadoes touched down in Maryland Monday.
While we wait for another round of severe weather, parts of the region are still picking up after the last one. The National Weather Service confirmed at least three tornadoes touched down in Maryland Monday.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 8:27 AM EDT2013-06-12 12:27:02 GMT
Today's Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Diana Smith. She writes in, "I recently broke two bones in my foot. Older people are telling me that even when my broken bones heal, the bones will ache when the weather is damp. Is there any truth to this theory? What is the impact of damp weather on bones and joints?
Today's Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Diana Smith. She writes in, "I recently broke two bones in my foot. Older people are telling me that even when my broken bones heal, the bones will ache when the weather is damp. Is there any truth to this theory? What is the impact of damp weather on bones and joints?
Wednesday, June 12 2013 7:08 AM EDT2013-06-12 11:08:39 GMT
If thieves couldn't sell stolen smartphones, chances are there will be fewer of them swiped. But it's still unclear whether a new feature Apple is introducing with its new operating system for the iPhone will be embraced by law enforcement officials.
If thieves couldn't sell stolen smartphones, chances are there will be fewer of them swiped. But it's still unclear whether a new feature Apple is introducing with its new operating system for the iPhone will be embraced by law enforcement officials.
Tuesday, June 11 2013 8:58 AM EDT2013-06-11 12:58:49 GMT
Our Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Madison. She wants to know, "How do they come up with the name of a tropical storm, and why do they name tropical storms?"
Our Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Madison. She wants to know, "How do they come up with the name of a tropical storm, and why do they name tropical storms?"
Tuesday, June 11 2013 5:54 AM EDT2013-06-11 09:54:05 GMT
Untitled Document A World War II veteran from Wisconsin died minutes before he was to board a Stars and Stripes Honor flight to Washington, JSOnline.com reported.
Untitled Document A World War II veteran from Wisconsin died minutes before he was to board a Stars and Stripes Honor flight to Washington, JSOnline.com reported.
Monday, June 10 2013 8:34 AM EDT2013-06-10 12:34:46 GMT
The source of the bombshell leaks about the U.S. government gathering information on billions of phone calls and Internet activities risks decades in jail for the disclosures if the U.S. can extradite him from Hong Kong, where he says he has taken refuge after saying his sole motive was to inform the public.
The source of the bombshell leaks about the U.S. government gathering information on billions of phone calls and Internet activities risks decades in jail for the disclosures if the U.S. can extradite him from Hong Kong, where he says he has taken refuge after saying his sole motive was to inform the public.
Monday, June 10 2013 7:06 AM EDT2013-06-10 11:06:09 GMT
Mike and Louise Mileo have lived every day for the last 30 years waiting for word about their daughter Kimberly who disappeared in the Croom section of Prince George's County back in 1983.
Mike and Louise Mileo have lived every day for the last 30 years waiting for word about their daughter Kimberly who disappeared in the Croom section of Prince George's County back in 1983.
Wednesday, June 5 2013 4:28 PM EDT2013-06-05 20:28:52 GMT
President Barack Obama Wednesday welcomed the Super Bowl champion Baltimore Ravens to the White House, congratulating the team on its unlikely Super Bowl run -- and offering some good-natured jibes along the way.
President Barack Obama Wednesday welcomed the Super Bowl champion Baltimore Ravens to the White House, congratulating the team on its unlikely Super Bowl run -- and offering some good-natured jibes along the way.
Wednesday, June 5 2013 8:52 AM EDT2013-06-05 12:52:37 GMT
What happens when you combine sports with performance art? You'll find out at Supernova, the festival that brings together a dynamic line-up of more than seventy-five performance artists from all over the world!
What happens when you combine sports with performance art? You'll find out at Supernova, the festival that brings together a dynamic line-up of more than seventy-five performance artists from all over the world!
Wednesday, June 5 2013 8:20 AM EDT2013-06-05 12:20:51 GMT
Our Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Barbara Carter in Chantilly, Va. She wants to know: "Can dogs get poison ivy? And, if so, can it be passed on to humans?"
Our Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Barbara Carter in Chantilly, Va. She wants to know: "Can dogs get poison ivy? And, if so, can it be passed on to humans?"
Tuesday, June 4 2013 8:34 AM EDT2013-06-04 12:34:05 GMT
Nancy Barone writes "This time of year people start talking about how they got a summer cold and how they are always so much worse than a cold you may get any other time of the year (like winter). So what is the difference, and why are they so much worse?
Nancy Barone writes "This time of year people start talking about how they got a summer cold and how they are always so much worse than a cold you may get any other time of the year (like winter). So what is the difference, and why are they so much worse?
Monday, June 3 2013 11:23 AM EDT2013-06-03 15:23:29 GMT
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown has picked Howard County Executive Ken Ulman as a running mate in his bid for the Democratic nomination for governor.Brown made the announcement Monday at the Columbia lakefront.Ulman had been considering a run for governor in 2014 himself.
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown has picked Howard County Executive Ken Ulman as a running mate in his bid for the Democratic nomination for governor.Brown made the announcement Monday at the Columbia lakefront.Ulman had been considering a run for governor in 2014 himself.
Monday, June 3 2013 6:39 AM EDT2013-06-03 10:39:35 GMT
The morning crew, including Wisdom Martin and Tucker Barnes, played basketball against teachers at James Madison Middle School in Upper Marlboro. Here are some pictures!
The morning crew, including Wisdom Martin and Tucker Barnes, played basketball against teachers at James Madison Middle School in Upper Marlboro. Here are some pictures!
Monday, June 3 2013 6:14 AM EDT2013-06-03 10:14:30 GMT
Army Pfc. Bradley Manning goes on trial Monday more than three years after he was arrested in Iraq and charged in the biggest leak of classified information in U.S. history.Manning has admitted to sending troves of material to the anti-secrecy website WikiLeaks and pleaded guilty to charges that would send him to prison for up to 20 years. The U.S. military and the Obama administration weren't satisfied, though, and pursued a charge of aiding the enemy, which carries a potential life sentence...
Army Pfc. Bradley Manning goes on trial Monday more than three years after he was arrested in Iraq and charged in the biggest leak of classified information in U.S. history.Manning has admitted to sending troves of material to the anti-secrecy website WikiLeaks and pleaded guilty to charges that would send him to prison for up to 20 years. The U.S. military and the Obama administration weren't satisfied, though, and pursued a charge of aiding the enemy, which carries a potential life sentence...
Sunday, June 2 2013 12:48 PM EDT2013-06-02 16:48:33 GMT
On June 2, 2013 at approximate 4:15 a.m. deputies responded to a motor vehicle collision on Society Hill Road near Breton View Drive in Leonardtown, Maryland.
On June 2, 2013 at approximate 4:15 a.m. deputies responded to a motor vehicle collision on Society Hill Road near Breton View Drive in Leonardtown, Maryland.
Friday, May 31 2013 7:31 PM EDT2013-05-31 23:31:50 GMT
When you see the pictures, it is hard to believe nobody was seriously hurt when a small plane crashed into an apartment building near Dulles International Airport just after midnight Friday. The veteran pilot from Vienna, Va., and his passenger - and the young family of four sleeping inside their third-floor apartment - all survived the terrifying crash.
When you see the pictures, it is hard to believe nobody was seriously hurt when a small plane crashed into an apartment building near Dulles International Airport just after midnight Friday. The veteran pilot from Vienna, Va., and his passenger - and the young family of four sleeping inside their third-floor apartment - all survived the terrifying crash.
Friday, May 31 2013 9:28 AM EDT2013-05-31 13:28:46 GMT
Our Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Jesse Howard in Northwest DC. Jesse wants to know, "Did you know that a Banana is a berry? I want to know, when did it take the form we know it as now, because it used to have more seeds in it. Why don't we call it a berry anymore?
Our Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Jesse Howard in Northwest DC. Jesse wants to know, "Did you know that a Banana is a berry? I want to know, when did it take the form we know it as now, because it used to have more seeds in it. Why don't we call it a berry anymore?
Thursday, May 30 2013 7:25 AM EDT2013-05-30 11:25:18 GMT
Today's Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Angel Brame in Silver Spring, Maryland.Angel writes in: "I heard all cows are female. If that's the case, how are their babies conceived?"
Today's Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Angel Brame in Silver Spring, Maryland.Angel writes in: "I heard all cows are female. If that's the case, how are their babies conceived?"
Thursday, May 30 2013 7:13 AM EDT2013-05-30 11:13:23 GMT
Congratulations to Facebook Fan of the Day: Carrie Mossman. Carrie says she and her son really enjoy listening to our playlists in the mornings.She's also lost 97 pounds in the past year. Congratulations Carrie!For your chance to be tomorrow's fan of the day just "like" our Facebook page and then post a comment below Carrie's picture.LINK: http://www.facebook.com/myfoxdc
Congratulations to Facebook Fan of the Day: Carrie Mossman. Carrie says she and her son really enjoy listening to our playlists in the mornings.She's also lost 97 pounds in the past year. Congratulations Carrie!For your chance to be tomorrow's fan of the day just "like" our Facebook page and then post a comment below Carrie's picture.LINK: http://www.facebook.com/myfoxdc
Tuesday, May 28 2013 12:42 PM EDT2013-05-28 16:42:39 GMT
FOX 5’s Holly Morris got a look at the line-up planned for this year's DC Jazz Festival when she visited the Sixth I Historic Synagogue. The event features more than eighty performances at different venues all across the district!
FOX 5’s Holly Morris got a look at the line-up planned for this year's DC Jazz Festival when she visited the Sixth I Historic Synagogue. The event features more than eighty performances at different venues all across the district!
Tuesday, May 28 2013 9:10 AM EDT2013-05-28 13:10:50 GMT
Our Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Tom Byers in Dale City, Va. Tom wants to know, "Do tornadoes occur in the southern hemisphere as well as in the northern hemisphere? If so, is the rotation opposite in the southern hemisphere?"
Our Ask Tony and Tucker question comes from Tom Byers in Dale City, Va. Tom wants to know, "Do tornadoes occur in the southern hemisphere as well as in the northern hemisphere? If so, is the rotation opposite in the southern hemisphere?"
Tuesday, May 28 2013 8:50 AM EDT2013-05-28 12:50:39 GMT
The parents of a 10-year-old Pennsylvania girl who has been waiting for a lung transplant for a year and a half are calling for a change in the policy governing organ transplants that they say has prevented their increasingly sick daughter from getting life-saving surgery.
The parents of a 10-year-old Pennsylvania girl who has been waiting for a lung transplant for a year and a half are calling for a change in the policy governing organ transplants that they say has prevented their increasingly sick daughter from getting life-saving surgery.
Monday, May 27 2013 4:28 PM EDT2013-05-27 20:28:48 GMT
Reflecting on the personal toll of war, President Barack Obama on Monday implored a nation in which few volunteer for the armed forces to "always remember and to be worthy of the sacrifice" of its fallen heroes.
Reflecting on the personal toll of war, President Barack Obama on Monday implored a nation in which few volunteer for the armed forces to "always remember and to be worthy of the sacrifice" of its fallen heroes.
Monday, May 27 2013 12:49 PM EDT2013-05-27 16:49:35 GMT
Once written off as a forgone casualty of sequestration, the U.S. Park Police just got some good news. Due to forensic accounting, the 641 sworn officers tasked with patrolling the nations parks and monuments will be furlough-free for the rest of the year.
Once written off as a forgone casualty of sequestration, the U.S. Park Police just got some good news. Due to forensic accounting, the 641 sworn officers tasked with patrolling the nations parks and monuments will be furlough-free for the rest of the year.
Friday, May 24 2013 4:17 PM EDT2013-05-24 20:17:58 GMT
With a growing sexual assault epidemic staining the military, President Barack Obama urged U.S. Naval Academy graduates Friday to remember their honor depends on what they do when nobody is looking and said the crime has "no place in the greatest military on earth."
With a growing sexual assault epidemic staining the military, President Barack Obama urged U.S. Naval Academy graduates Friday to remember their honor depends on what they do when nobody is looking and said the crime has "no place in the greatest military on earth."
Friday, May 24 2013 9:59 AM EDT2013-05-24 13:59:16 GMT
On our Ask Tony and Tucker, we spoke with Greg Redfern A.K.A "The Sky Guy," about a big show going on in the sky and why this long weekend is a great time to get the best view!
On our Ask Tony and Tucker, we spoke with Greg Redfern A.K.A "The Sky Guy," about a big show going on in the sky and why this long weekend is a great time to get the best view!
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:51 AM EDT2013-05-23 14:51:45 GMT
The season is heating up and that means it's time for grilling! FOX 5's Holly Morris visited the Hill Country Back Yard Barbecue Pop Up at the National Building Museum with more!
The season is heating up and that means it's time for grilling! FOX 5's Holly Morris visited the Hill Country Back Yard Barbecue Pop Up at the National Building Museum with more!
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:24 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:24:46 GMT
Our Ask Tony and Tucker Question comes from John Briscoe Junioe from Northeast D.C. His question has to do with a video he sent in featuring a tree in his neighborhood. "This is a tree from my neighborhood. Why does this tree have deep-wrinkled ridges, is it because it's thirsty or does it have a tree disease?"
Our Ask Tony and Tucker Question comes from John Briscoe Junioe from Northeast D.C. His question has to do with a video he sent in featuring a tree in his neighborhood. "This is a tree from my neighborhood. Why does this tree have deep-wrinkled ridges, is it because it's thirsty or does it have a tree disease?"
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:43 AM EDT2013-05-23 09:43:15 GMT
The same storm system responsible for producing violent and deadly thunderstorms in Oklahoma recently will reach the heavily populated Atlantic Seaboard Thursday.
The same storm system responsible for producing violent and deadly thunderstorms in Oklahoma recently will reach the heavily populated Atlantic Seaboard Thursday.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:53 AM EDT2013-05-22 12:53:09 GMT
Our Ask Tony and Tucker questions comes from Mark Justice in Reston,Va. He wants to know, "why is it that when the air temperature is 70 degrees it feels perfect but a water temperature of the same feels freezing cold?"
Our Ask Tony and Tucker questions comes from Mark Justice in Reston,Va. He wants to know, "why is it that when the air temperature is 70 degrees it feels perfect but a water temperature of the same feels freezing cold?"
Monday, May 20 2013 8:35 AM EDT2013-05-20 12:35:45 GMT
The i-Limb Ultra Prosthetic Hand (Touch Bionics)
Last summer, the nation was captivated by the story of Aimee Copeland, a University of West Georgia graduate student who lost both her hands and a leg to a terrible bout with flesh-eating bacteria, which she contracted during a zip-lining accident.
Last summer, the nation was captivated by the story of Aimee Copeland, a University of West Georgia graduate student who lost both her hands and a leg to a terrible bout with flesh-eating bacteria, which she contracted during a zip-lining accident.
Monday, May 20 2013 7:46 AM EDT2013-05-20 11:46:50 GMT
A Hofstra University student being held in a headlock at gunpoint by an intruder was accidentally shot and killed by a police officer who had responded to the home invasion at an off-campus home, police said Saturday.
A Hofstra University student being held in a headlock at gunpoint by an intruder was accidentally shot and killed by a police officer who had responded to the home invasion at an off-campus home, police said Saturday.
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:45 AM EDT2013-05-16 13:45:53 GMT
A stroller carrying a 14-month-old girl rolled off a slanted train station platform and fell onto the tracks Wednesday, but the girl's mother leaped onto the tracks to rescue her with the help other passengers, transit officials said.
A stroller carrying a 14-month-old girl rolled off a slanted train station platform and fell onto the tracks Wednesday, but the girl's mother leaped onto the tracks to rescue her with the help other passengers, transit officials said.
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:32 AM EDT2013-05-16 13:32:35 GMT
President Obama announced Wednesday that acting IRS Commissioner Steven Miller has resigned in the wake of the agency scandal in which conservative groups were targeted.
President Obama announced Wednesday that acting IRS Commissioner Steven Miller has resigned in the wake of the agency scandal in which conservative groups were targeted.
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:42 AM EDT2013-05-16 10:42:30 GMT
Thursday marks one year since the death of the Godfather of Go-Go, Chuck Brown. The Howard Theatre is hosting a celebration of his life Thursday night.
Thursday marks one year since the death of the Godfather of Go-Go, Chuck Brown. The Howard Theatre is hosting a celebration of his life Thursday night.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 8:11 AM EDT2013-05-15 12:11:37 GMT
For weeks, we've been showing you the progress of the scaffolding going up on the Washington Monument. Now it's all done. But can you imagine what it's like to put that together - all the way up at 555 feet?
For weeks, we've been showing you the progress of the scaffolding going up on the Washington Monument. Now it's all done. But can you imagine what it's like to put that together - all the way up at 555 feet?
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:57 AM EDT2013-05-15 10:57:42 GMT
A Seattle man trying to dribble a soccer ball 10,000 miles to Brazil in time for the 2014 World Cup died Tuesday after being hit by a pickup truck on the Oregon Coast.
A Seattle man trying to dribble a soccer ball 10,000 miles to Brazil in time for the 2014 World Cup died Tuesday after being hit by a pickup truck on the Oregon Coast.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:02 AM EDT2013-05-14 11:02:06 GMT
A federal judge approved a $40 million class-action settlement Monday between Skechers USA Inc. and consumers who bought toning shoes after ads made unfounded claims that the footwear would help people lose weight and strengthen muscles.
A federal judge approved a $40 million class-action settlement Monday between Skechers USA Inc. and consumers who bought toning shoes after ads made unfounded claims that the footwear would help people lose weight and strengthen muscles.
Monday, May 13 2013 9:02 AM EDT2013-05-13 13:02:45 GMT
Did you know - May is National Burger Month?We're marking the occasion with a timely taste of one burger you won't forget.FOX 5’s Holly Morris visited The Counter in Reston, Virginia. Online: http://www.thecounterburger.com/reston/
Did you know - May is National Burger Month?We're marking the occasion with a timely taste of one burger you won't forget.FOX 5’s Holly Morris visited The Counter in Reston, Virginia. Online: http://www.thecounterburger.com/reston/
Monday, May 13 2013 8:46 AM EDT2013-05-13 12:46:40 GMT
Federal officials at the General Services Administration are set to hawk an extraordinary item this week: a plane that once served as Air Force One. The plane flew every president from Ford to George W., VPs and VIPs -- and it can be yours for as little as $50,000.
Federal officials at the General Services Administration are set to hawk an extraordinary item this week: a plane that once served as Air Force One. The plane flew every president from Ford to George W., VPs and VIPs -- and it can be yours for as little as $50,000.
Friday, May 10 2013 6:32 PM EDT2013-05-10 22:32:34 GMT
Britain's Prince Harry saluted America's war dead in somber remembrance at Arlington National Cemetery on Friday, pausing, too, to place flowers on the tombstone of President John F. Kennedy and visit the grave of a British World War II hero buried far from home.
Britain's Prince Harry saluted America's war dead in somber remembrance at Arlington National Cemetery on Friday, pausing, too, to place flowers on the tombstone of President John F. Kennedy and visit the grave of a British World War II hero buried far from home.
Friday, May 10 2013 5:24 AM EDT2013-05-10 09:24:57 GMT
There is the potential for locally gusty thunderstorms to affect portions of Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia and upstate New York Friday and Friday night, and then areas farther east on Saturday.
There is the potential for locally gusty thunderstorms to affect portions of Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia and upstate New York Friday and Friday night, and then areas farther east on Saturday.
Thursday, May 9 2013 11:56 PM EDT2013-05-10 03:56:03 GMT
A buttoned-down Prince Harry joined Michelle Obama in honoring military families Thursday and toured an exhibition in Congress about land-mines, opening a weeklong U.S. visit devoted to the wounded victims of war. Shrieking onlookers gave him the pop-star treatment, but he was all royal business.
A buttoned-down Prince Harry joined Michelle Obama in honoring military families Thursday and toured an exhibition in Congress about land-mines, opening a weeklong U.S. visit devoted to the wounded victims of war. Shrieking onlookers gave him the pop-star treatment, but he was all royal business.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 9:57 AM EDT2013-05-08 13:57:37 GMT
A House Republican and Democrat are pushing a bill that would strip the authority of military officers to overturn convictions for major offenses such as sexual assault.
A House Republican and Democrat are pushing a bill that would strip the authority of military officers to overturn convictions for major offenses such as sexual assault.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 5:58 PM EDT2013-05-07 21:58:11 GMT
About 15,000 people came to the Comcast Center on the campus of the University of Maryland in College Park, Tuesday, to listen to the Dalai Lama. From the moment he entered the arena, the Dalai Lama was playful, putting on a University of Maryland visor, sparking a loud cheer from the crowd.
About 15,000 people came to the Comcast Center on the campus of the University of Maryland in College Park, Tuesday, to listen to the Dalai Lama. From the moment he entered the arena, the Dalai Lama was playful, putting on a University of Maryland visor, sparking a loud cheer from the crowd.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 12:33 PM EDT2013-05-07 16:33:25 GMT
Toasting with new friends just got a futuristic, and slightly creepy, upgrade. Budweiser recently unveiled the Buddy Cup, a pint glass with a built-in chip that connects to Facebook.
Toasting with new friends just got a futuristic, and slightly creepy, upgrade. Budweiser recently unveiled the Buddy Cup, a pint glass with a built-in chip that connects to Facebook.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 9:54 AM EDT2013-05-07 13:54:33 GMT
Here's your chance to meet the First Lady! Michelle Obama will sign copies of her book American Grown: The Story of the White House Kitchen Garden and Garden Across America at the Politics & Prose bookstore in northwest Washington, D.C.
Here's your chance to meet the First Lady! Michelle Obama will sign copies of her book American Grown: The Story of the White House Kitchen Garden and Garden Across America at the Politics & Prose bookstore in northwest Washington, D.C.
Tuesday, April 30 2013 11:20 AM EDT2013-04-30 15:20:50 GMT
Elderly Holocaust survivors and the veterans who helped liberate them gathered for what could be their last big reunion Monday at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum.
Elderly Holocaust survivors and the veterans who helped liberate them gathered for what could be their last big reunion Monday at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum.
Monday, April 29 2013 7:31 AM EDT2013-04-29 11:31:51 GMT
When Apple launched its iTunes music store a decade ago amid the ashes of Napster, the music industry - reeling from the effects of online piracy - was anxious to see how this new music service would shake out. The iTunes music store became much more than a solution, it changed how we consume music and access entertainment. It's not only music's biggest retailer, it also dominates the digital video market, capturing 67 percent of the TV show sale market and 65 percent of the movie sale market...
When Apple launched its iTunes music store a decade ago amid the ashes of Napster, the music industry - reeling from the effects of online piracy - was anxious to see how this new music service would shake out. The iTunes music store became much more than a solution, it changed how we consume music and access entertainment. It's not only music's biggest retailer, it also dominates the digital video market, capturing 67 percent of the TV show sale market and 65 percent of the movie sale market...
Monday, April 29 2013 6:48 AM EDT2013-04-29 10:48:47 GMT
A Mississippi man who describes himself as a patriot with no grudges against anyone was expected to appear in court Monday on charges of making and possessing ricin, part of the investigation into poison-laced letters sent to President Barack Obama and others.
A Mississippi man who describes himself as a patriot with no grudges against anyone was expected to appear in court Monday on charges of making and possessing ricin, part of the investigation into poison-laced letters sent to President Barack Obama and others.
Thursday, April 25 2013 3:43 PM EDT2013-04-25 19:43:52 GMT
Presidents past and present lionized one of their own Thursday, putting politics aside as President George W. Bush dedicated the library that documents his place in history. President Barack Obama praised his predecessor's strength and resolve after Sept. 11, calling Bush a "good man" who faced the storm head on.
Presidents past and present lionized one of their own Thursday, putting politics aside as President George W. Bush dedicated the library that documents his place in history. President Barack Obama praised his predecessor's strength and resolve after Sept. 11, calling Bush a "good man" who faced the storm head on.
Wednesday, April 24 2013 3:29 PM EDT2013-04-24 19:29:54 GMT
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley, a rising star in Democratic politics, said Wednesday that he is considering making a run for the White House in 2016 and will likely make a decision later this year.
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley, a rising star in Democratic politics, said Wednesday that he is considering making a run for the White House in 2016 and will likely make a decision later this year.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 1:24 PM EDT2013-04-23 17:24:06 GMT
If you live in Maryland, get ready to pay for rain.Lawmakers passed an "Impervious Surfaces" tax - also being called the "Rain Tax."Basically, you'll be charged for any surface of land you own that does not absorb rainwater.The ultimate goal is to reduce storm-water runoff and improve the health of the Chesapeake Bay. How much you'll pay depends on where you live - as each county will determine its own fee. Alison Prost, Maryland Executive Director at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, joined us ...
If you live in Maryland, get ready to pay for rain.Lawmakers passed an "Impervious Surfaces" tax - also being called the "Rain Tax."Basically, you'll be charged for any surface of land you own that does not absorb rainwater.The ultimate goal is to reduce storm-water runoff and improve the health of the Chesapeake Bay. How much you'll pay depends on where you live - as each county will determine its own fee. Alison Prost, Maryland Executive Director at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, joined us ...
Tuesday, April 23 2013 11:52 AM EDT2013-04-23 15:52:38 GMT
It's bad enough to have a fight in public, but even worse when the whole thing gets captured on camera and goes viral. On Sunday, software designer Adam Howell went to an Olive Garden in Pineville, North Carolina and couldn't help overhearing two diners having a spat in a nearby booth. All fairly easy to ignore, right? Not so much when the man tried to resolve the situation by barricading himself in a fort made of Olive Garden menus. Howell couldn't resist and sent a picture of the ...
It's bad enough to have a fight in public, but even worse when the whole thing gets captured on camera and goes viral. On Sunday, software designer Adam Howell went to an Olive Garden in Pineville, North Carolina and couldn't help overhearing two diners having a spat in a nearby booth. All fairly easy to ignore, right? Not so much when the man tried to resolve the situation by barricading himself in a fort made of Olive Garden menus. Howell couldn't resist and sent a picture of the ...
Tuesday, April 23 2013 11:33 AM EDT2013-04-23 15:33:55 GMT
The brothers suspected of planting deadly bombs at the Boston Marathon may have gotten their ideas -- and even instructions on how to make explosives from household items -- from an English-language website that Al Qaeda uses to radicalize and recruit Westerners.
The brothers suspected of planting deadly bombs at the Boston Marathon may have gotten their ideas -- and even instructions on how to make explosives from household items -- from an English-language website that Al Qaeda uses to radicalize and recruit Westerners.
Monday, April 22 2013 6:37 PM EDT2013-04-22 22:37:03 GMT
Flight delays piled up all across the country Monday as thousands of air traffic controllers were forced to take an unpaid day off because of federal budget cuts, providing the most visible impact yet of Congress and the White House's failure to agree on a long-term deficit-reduction plan.
Flight delays piled up all across the country Monday as thousands of air traffic controllers were forced to take an unpaid day off because of federal budget cuts, providing the most visible impact yet of Congress and the White House's failure to agree on a long-term deficit-reduction plan.
Monday, April 22 2013 1:46 PM EDT2013-04-22 17:46:34 GMT
Monday is Earth Day -- an event meant to raise awareness of the environment and to educate about simple ways to make the world a greener place. Here are some classic views of our planet earth.
Monday is Earth Day -- an event meant to raise awareness of the environment and to educate about simple ways to make the world a greener place. Here are some classic views of our planet earth.
Friday, April 19 2013 4:39 PM EDT2013-04-19 20:39:49 GMT
Tamerlan Tsarnaev was an amateur boxer who had hoped to fight on the U.S. Olympic team, a man who said he had no American friends. Dzhokhar Tsarnaev wrestled at a prestigious high school, won a scholarship from his city and went on to university.
Tamerlan Tsarnaev was an amateur boxer who had hoped to fight on the U.S. Olympic team, a man who said he had no American friends. Dzhokhar Tsarnaev wrestled at a prestigious high school, won a scholarship from his city and went on to university.
Thursday, April 18 2013 9:49 AM EDT2013-04-18 13:49:59 GMT
Do have bad allergies?Ford's new car sync app lets drivers access allergy information with one tap.The voice activated system can give pollen counts and risk levels for asthma, cold, flu and UV rays.Ford also installed cabin air filters to prevent particles from getting inside the vehicle.
Do have bad allergies?Ford's new car sync app lets drivers access allergy information with one tap.The voice activated system can give pollen counts and risk levels for asthma, cold, flu and UV rays.Ford also installed cabin air filters to prevent particles from getting inside the vehicle.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 3:39 PM EDT2013-04-17 19:39:18 GMT
Margaret Thatcher was laid to rest Wednesday with prayers and ceremony, plus cheers and occasional jeers, as Britain paused to remember a leader who transformed the country -- for the better according to many, but in some eyes for the worse.
Margaret Thatcher was laid to rest Wednesday with prayers and ceremony, plus cheers and occasional jeers, as Britain paused to remember a leader who transformed the country -- for the better according to many, but in some eyes for the worse.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 11:52 AM EDT2013-04-17 15:52:12 GMT
Their talent keeps growing! Last year the drama students at Charles Flowers High School brought us "Soul Train to Motown" and that was a hit! This year, they are hitting the high notes with the musical, "The Wiz!"
Their talent keeps growing! Last year the drama students at Charles Flowers High School brought us "Soul Train to Motown" and that was a hit! This year, they are hitting the high notes with the musical, "The Wiz!"
Tuesday, April 16 2013 3:32 PM EDT2013-04-16 19:32:32 GMT
The District of Columbia's Emancipation Day parade went on as planned a day after two bombs exploded in Boston near the finish line of the city's marathon.
The District of Columbia's Emancipation Day parade went on as planned a day after two bombs exploded in Boston near the finish line of the city's marathon.
