WTTG-TV (Washington, DC)

WTTG, also known as channel 5, is a television station in Washington, D.C., that is owned and operated by Fox. It is part of the Fox Television Stations division of 21st Century Fox and works alongside WDCA (channel 20), which is a MyNetworkTV station, forming a duopoly. Both the station's studios and transmitter are located on Wisconsin Avenue in the Friendship Heights area in the northwest part of the city.

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#22696

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#4261

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#121

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WorldPride organizers say Trump policies may impact attendance in DC

1 day ago | fox5dc.com | Homa Bash

Trump policies may cause decreased attendance for DC WorldPride Right now, preparations are underway in downtown D.C. for this weekend's WorldPride Parade and concerts. Thousands of people are in the District for the global festival celebrating the LGBTQ community but attendance could fall short of expectations and organizers say the Trump administration is to blame. WASHINGTON - Right now, preparations are underway in downtown D.C. for this weekend's WorldPride Parade and concerts.
Noah Lyles graces 'Essence' cover with fiancé Junelle Bromfield

1 day ago | fox5dc.com | Sylvia Mphofe

Noah Lyles graces 'Essence' cover with fiancé Junelle Bromfield Olympic gold medalist Noah Lyles and Jamaican Olympic bronze medalist Junelle Bromfield posed for a vintage Italian charm themed photo shoot with Essence magazine. WASHINGTON, D.C. - Olympic gold medalist Noah Lyles and Jamaican Olympic bronze medalist Junelle Bromfield celebrated their love and engagement with a stunning photo shoot with Essence magazine.
Washington Mystics vs. Indiana Fever, team falls short despite Caitlin Clark's injury

1 day ago | fox5dc.com | Sylvia Mphofe

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Washington Mystics and Indiana Fever faced off on Tuesday night in Indianapolis, taking a tough loss on the road. The team fell short despite point guard Caitlin Clark being injured and ruled out for at least two weeks on May 26 because of a left quad injury, according to ESPN. Indiana managed to pull through with an 85-76 victory, thanks to the help of free agent Aari McDonald.
Bodies of 3 missing Wenatchee, WA girls found, father wanted for murder

2 days ago | fox5dc.com | Tyler Slauson

Missing WA girls found dead, manhunt underway for Travis Decker Wenatchee police have confirmed three missing girls ages 5, 8 and 9 were found dead. The sisters were reported missing on Friday after a scheduled visitation with their father, 32-year-old Travis Decker. Decker is now on the run and wanted for three counts of murder. WENATCHEE, Wash. - Three young Wenatchee girls reported missing last week were found dead on Monday, June 2, according to the Wenatchee Police Department.
DC Council votes to pause Initiative 82 $2 raise for tipped workers

2 days ago | fox5dc.com | Homa Bash

WASHINGTON - The DC Council voted Tuesday to pause raises for tipped workers – meaning restaurant workers won’t be getting the $2 raise they were expecting on July 1. Council members voted eight to four to pause the $2-an-hour wage increase, part of Initiative 82 which passed in 2022, with nearly 75% of voters supporting it. By the numbers: Wages went from $5.35 an hour to the current $10 thanks to Initiative 82.
FBI seeks additional victims after former DC teacher arrested on child sexual abuse material charge

2 days ago | fox5dc.com | Maureen Umeh

Former DC teacher arrested by FBI on child sexual abuse material charge A former Washington, D.C. teacher has been arrested for allegedly soliciting explicit images from a minor online, according to the FBI. Investigators are now seeking information to determine whether there are additional victims. WASHINGTON - A former Washington, D.C. teacher has been arrested for allegedly soliciting explicit images from a minor online, according to the FBI.
Hazy Tuesday in DC as Canadian wildfire smoke drifts in, temps in the 80s

2 days ago | fox5dc.com | Taylor Grenda

By Taylor Grenda and Tucker Barnes Published June 3, 2025 6:07am EDT Hazy Tuesday in DC as Canadian wildfire smoke drifts in A smoky haze is likely over parts of the D.C. region Tuesday as Canadian wildfire smoke drifts into the region, bringing hazy sunshine but no rain. WASHINGTON - A smoky haze is likely over parts of the D.C. region on Tuesday as Canadian wildfire smoke drifts into the region, bringing filtered sunshine but no rain.
DC road closures: 2025 WorldPride Parade and Block Party

5 days ago | fox5dc.com | Sylvia Mphofe

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The World Pride Parade and Block Party is kicking off in D.C., leading to a number of road closures. Here's what you need to know.
Road closures ahead of Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic

6 days ago | fox5dc.com | Sylvia Mphofe

The Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic The Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic will be taking place Saturday, May 31 to Sunday, June 1. WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic is kicking off this weekend in Arlington and D.C., leading to a number of road closures around Clarendon and Crystal City.
Abandoned casket found on side of road in Prince George's County

6 days ago | fox5dc.com | Sylvia Mphofe

An empty coffin was found on the roadside in Prince George's County, Maryland. PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. - An empty casket was found on the side of the road in Prince George's County. Early Thursday morning, neighborhood residents were in disbelief as they tried to figure out where the abandoned casket came from. According to officials, the casket found in Marlboro Village was empty. The Department of Public Works and Transportation calling it "a case of illegal dumping."