Police have arrested a man in connection with a deadly shooting on Seat Pleasant Drive in Prince George's County. Police responded to the shooting in the 6300 block of Seat Pleasant Drive on Oct. 1, where they found Keith Maurice Thomas injured. Thomas died on Oct. 3 due to his injuries. Christopher Reid, 41, was identified as a suspect and taken into custody near the scene shortly after the shooting. Detectives initially charged him with attempted murder, but investigators are working with the State’s Attorney’s Office to have the charges amended to first and second degree murder and related charges. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, but it is known that Reid and Thomas were acquainted, police said. Reid is in the custody of the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status. ## Community involvement in the case Authorities urge anyone with information to contact detectives at 301-772-8960 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. Tips can also be submitted online or via the "P3 Tips" app. Residents are encouraged to provide any information that might assist in the ongoing investigation.

A teenager has been indicted in connection with a deadly crash involving a stolen vehicle that left a D.C. mother dead. ## Teen faces charges Michael Collins faces multiple charges stemming from the collision in Landover last August that killed 35-year-old Shaunte Denise Canty. Authorities say Collins and three other teens were in a stolen car when they ran a red light and struck Canty’s vehicle at the intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Highway and Sheriff Road in Prince George’s County. READ MORE: DC woman killed in 2-car crash with 4 teens in stolen vehicle identified ## Mother killed in crash Canty, who was driving eastbound, died at the scene. A child passenger in her car was hospitalized with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Three of the teens in the stolen vehicle were also taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Collins was taken into custody. "My office remains committed to pursuing justice for Shaunte and her family, and that means holding individuals, including juveniles, accountable for their actions," Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Tara Jackson said Wednesday. Investigators are asking anyone with information to contact police at 301-731-4422.

A Northern Virginia couple is recovering after a bizarre and violent attack outside their home late Sunday night. ## Gas mask assault Stafford County Sheriff’s deputies say the suspect was wearing a tan spandex suit, a black jacket, and a gas mask when he suddenly appeared and beat the couple with a stick. The assault happened around 11 p.m. on Fern Oak Circle, just as the pair returned from a grocery run. ## Deputies seek tips Investigators are calling it an unusual case and are asking anyone with information to contact the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office.

While most of the area is expecting to see rain over the weekend, the big question is, will it rain for the Commanders' game on Monday night? ## Rain or dry kickoff? Models are still split at the moment with rain lingering on one while the other has it clearing out earlier in the day. The European model shows that our coastal low pressure system is going to stick closer to the coast and have our rain showers continue into later parts of the day on Monday. The lingering rain showers could hang around until kickoff as the low peels slowly off to the east. This means that we could be dealing with a wet game for the first quarter of the game. The wet field will also be another factor for the game as Northwest stadium is notorious for having a muddy field. The American model shows that rain showers exit early in the day as the coastal low begins to move east faster. This would mean that chances of rain diminish quickly during the afternoon hours, leaving us with drier skies just in time for the game. Given both models are still split on the timing of the low exiting, it will be important to see how the next few model runs play out this coastal low. ## Windy game conditions While rain may be a factor, wind will certainly be blowing around during the game. Winds will be blowing in from the north as the coast low scoots its way out to the Atlantic. Wind speeds look to range between 15–20 mph around kickoff and remain in that range throughout the rest of the game. Monday is shaping out to be an October-y day, but still a great day for some Commanders football!

For many parents in the Capital Region, Children’s National Hospital is not just a local institution — it’s now reaffirmed as one of the country’s top pediatric hospitals, earning a place on U.S. News’ 2025-26 Honor Roll. ## Recognizing Children's National Hospital U.S. News annually ranks children’s hospitals across 11 specialties. Only a select cohort of 10 hospitals make the Honor Roll by scoring highest across the full spectrum of care. Children’s National Hospital is part of this elite group again this year. The hospital has earned this distinction for multiple consecutive years, and remains the highest-ranked pediatric facility in D.C., Maryland and Virginia. In the latest rankings, its services in neonatology, neurology, cancer and many other areas were among the top-ranked nationally. ## Why it matters for DMV families For families in the Washington area, the Honor Roll status means fewer referrals out of region for top-tier pediatric care. Whether it’s complex congenital issues, neurological challenges, or rare conditions, many children can receive cutting-edge treatment at home. It also elevates the hospital’s ability to attract leading researchers, deepen clinical collaborations and invest in advanced infrastructure — positives that benefit patients and the community alike. ## Contacting Children's National Hospital Children's National Hospital is located at 111 Michigan Avenue in NW Washington, D.C. You can contact the hospital by calling 202-476-5000. ## U.S. News: Best Children's Hospitals Honor Roll * **Boston Children's Hospital** earned its top rankings in neonatology, nephrology and urology. * **Children’s Hospital Colorado**, Aurora, earned its top rankings in cardiology & heart surgery and diabetes & endocrinology. * **Children's Hospital Los Angeles** earned its top rankings in cancer, gastroenterology & GI surgery and orthopedics. * **Children's Hospital of Philadelphia** earned its top rankings in cancer and orthopedics. * **Children's National Hospital**, Washington, D.C., earned its top rankings in cancer, diabetes & endocrinology and neurology & neurosurgery. * **Cincinnati Children's**earned its top rankings in cancer, diabetes & endocrinology and gastroenterology & GI surgery. * **Nationwide Children's Hospital**, Columbus, Ohio, earned its top rankings in gastroenterology & GI surgery and nephrology. * **Rady Children's Hospital**, San Diego, earned its top rankings in cardiology & heart surgery, neonatology and orthopedics. * **Seattle Children’s Hospital**, Washington, earned its top ranking in nephrology. * **Texas Children's Hospital**, Houston, earned its top rankings in cardiology & heart surgery, neurology & neurosurgery and pulmonology & lung surgery. ## Regional Rankings * **Pacific:** Children's Hospital Los Angeles; Rady Children’s Hospital, San Diego; and Seattle Children’s Hospital (three-way tie for No. 1) * **Rocky Mountain:** Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora * **Southwest:** Texas Children's Hospital, Houston * **Southeast:** Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; Duke Children's Hospital and Health Center, Durham, N.C.; and Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, Nashville (three-way tie) * **Midwest:** Cincinnati Children's and Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Columbus (tie) * **Mid-Atlantic:** Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Children’s National Hospital, Washington, D.C. (tie) * **New England:** Boston Children's Hospital

Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges he lied to Congress in a criminal case that has intensified scrutiny of the Justice Department’s role in targeting President Donald Trump’s political opponents. ## James Comey case The case has fueled concerns that the Justice Department is being weaponized to pursue Trump’s adversaries, allegedly at the direction of a White House intent on retribution for perceived slights against the president. Comey entered his plea through an attorney at the federal courthouse in Alexandria, Virginia, responding to charges that he lied to Congress five years ago. READ MORE: Bondi testifies at congressional hearing on DOJ ## Legal battle ahead The move sets off a legal battle in which defense lawyers are expected to seek dismissal of the indictment, potentially arguing it amounts to selective or vindictive prosecution. The indictment, handed down two weeks ago, followed a dramatic series of events. Trump publicly urged Attorney General Pam Bondi to take action against Comey and other perceived enemies. He then replaced the veteran attorney overseeing the investigation with Lindsey Halligan, a White House aide with no prior experience as a federal prosecutor. Halligan filed charges just before a legal deadline expired, despite warnings from career attorneys that the evidence was too weak to support an indictment. ## What’s in the James Comey indictment? The two-count indictment accuses James Comey of lying to the Senate Judiciary Committee on Sept. 30, 2020, by denying he authorized an associate to act as an anonymous source to the media. It also alleges he obstructed a congressional proceeding. Comey has denied any wrongdoing and says he was looking forward to a trial. The indictment does not name the associate or detail what information may have been shared, making it difficult to estimate the strength of the evidence or fully understand the allegations. READ MORE: Ex-FBI Chief James Comey being investigated over Trump social media post

We’re now one week into the government shutdown, and federal workers could be the ones paying the price. The White House says it’s possible there won’t be back pay for furloughed workers. READ MORE: Government Shutdown 2025: DC communities stepping up ## Backpay uncertainty FOX 5’s Melanie Alnwick reports the latest threat from the Trump administration is intended to turn up the heat, according to House Speaker Mike Johnson. Still, many members of Congress say the law is clear – that federal workers are owed back pay. During the last government shutdown in 2019, President Trump signed a law guaranteeing back pay for furloughed workers. Now, Trump’s Office of Management and Budget director says there’s a loophole, claiming the law requires back pay to be specifically written into any bill funding the government. READ MORE: Can federal worker backpay be withheld? OMB reportedly deletes law from FAQ documentation ## Economic impact About 750,000 federal employees have been furloughed since the shutdown began a week ago. Others in essential roles are still reporting to work. But unless Congress reaches an agreement before Oct. 15, they’ll all miss their next paychecks. The White House estimates the shutdown is costing the U.S. economy $15 billion each week.

## UPDATE: Authorities say 10-year-old Jeremiah Pombor has been found and is safe. ## A previous version of the story appears below: Authorities are searching for 10-year-old Jeremiah Pombor, who was last seen Tuesday around 5 p.m. in the 1700 block of Tower Drive in Alexandria. ## Last seen Tuesday Virginia State Police describe Jeremiah as a Black male with black hair and brown eyes. He is 4 feet tall and weighs approximately 60 pounds. ## Wearing all black He was last seen wearing a black shirt, black sweatpants, and black Crocs, and may be carrying a bag. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Fairfax County Police Department’s 24-hour dispatch line at (703) 691-2131 or online at alerts.vsp.virginia.gov.

Keep the rain gear handy Wednesday, but expect a brighter afternoon as rain moves through the D.C. region during the morning. ## Morning showers Expect a wet commute with scattered showers across the area. Conditions will be breezy at times, with showers tapering off by mid-morning hours. FOX 5’s Taylor Grenda says the showers should begin to wrap up around 10 a.m. with sunshine returning and skies gradually clearing into the afternoon. Highs Wednesday will be near 72 degrees. ## Cooler days ahead A cold front is pushing through, bringing cooler air for the rest of the week and into the weekend. Wednesday will feel cooler due to lingering cloud cover and early rain. Expect a mostly clear and breezy evening, with chilly overnight temperatures. Thursday and Friday look sunny and clear, with highs in the 60s. Another chance of showers arrives Saturday into Sunday, with temperatures holding steady in the 60s.

Parents in Montgomery County are grappling with the prospect of new school boundaries that could change where their children attend classes starting in 2027.

A significant emergency response is still underway following a fire and explosion near Kenilworth Avenue in Bladensburg, Maryland.

Officials in Prince George’s County moved forward Tuesday with plans to help laid-off federal workers get back on their feet.

Residents of Sparkleberry Terrace in Loudoun County expressed concern on Tuesday over the reported explosion they heard outside their windows around 4 a.m. on Sunday. Six manhole covers reportedly became dislodged, causing them to wake up. "[I]t sounded like a bomb because it did. It was much louder than any firework I’ve ever heard," John Michael Schamel said. "Do we go stay somewhere else while someone figures this stuff out? Are we in danger?" Antoine Wilson said, "I’m 54 years old. That’s the loudest thing I’ve ever heard in my life." To ensure public safety, the Loudoun County Fire Marshal’s Office is conducting an investigation. ## Not related to ‘utility infrastructure’ Loudoun County Fire and Rescue Captain Bud Herndon gave FOX 5 preliminary information about the investigation. "At this point, we have determined that this is not anything related to the utility infrastructure whatsoever. So as a result, we are trying to solicit and mine any data that we can get that's out there from citizens' cameras," he said. Photos of the aftermath show white smoke emerging from multiple entryways of the sewer system. Investigators have determined that this incident did not occur naturally and are actively pursuing multiple leads. Herndon reasoned that the reported explosion sounded and felt so intense because the sewer system is lined with concrete, meaning it could have produced reverberations. Officials have not released further details on the exact cause of the reported explosion. The investigation remains ongoing and authorities encourage anyone with information to reach out.

Fairfax County Police have arrested a man suspected of attempting to rape a woman at her job last weekend.

A groundbreaking facility in Prince William County aims to transform the way mental health crises are addressed.

Maryland State Police are seeking public assistance in the investigation of a fatal stabbing that occurred early Saturday morning.

The Supreme Court heard arguments today over whether states can ban so-called "conversion talk therapy" for minors.

The D.C. Council voted Tuesday against extending the city’s emergency summer youth curfew — a program that aimed to keep teens off the streets after dark.

Hugo Hernandez-Mendez, 35, has been indicted in the murder of 19-year-old Dacara Thompson, according to Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Tara Jackson.

A new concern is growing for federal employees sidelined by the government shutdown — the possibility they may not receive the back pay they’ve counted on. It’s adding to the financial stress many federal workers in the DMV are already feeling. ## OMB memo claims furloughed workers are not guaranteed backpay A memo reportedly circulated by the Trump administration suggests that, despite a 2019 law passed by Congress and signed during Trump’s first term, there is consideration being given to not providing back pay once the shutdown ends. Axios reports that the memo is about an amendment to the law which states furloughed workers would be compensated "subject to the enactment of appropriations Acts ending the lapse." The White House is interpreting that to mean that money for furloughed workers needed to be specifically appropriated by Congress. Trump answered questions from reporters in the Oval Office Tuesday about backpay. "For the most part, we're going to take care of our people," said Trump. "There are some people that really don't deserve to be taken care of, and we'll take care of them in a different way." Rep. Jamie Raskin (MD-08) released a statement on Tuesday. _"All federal employees are legally entitled to backpay when the government reopens after a shutdown. I know this because in 2019, I helped pass the Government Employee Fair Treatment Act which made this a requirement. Donald Trump knows this, too—he signed it into law._ _"Now, as the White House reverses course, the president is threatening to deliberately violate the law; or he is suffering from a debilitating case of legislative amnesia. Either way, he should refresh his memory on the law he signed. And if he chooses to barrel forward anyway, he should get ready for a fight in court._ _"The president has no right to just pay the federal workers in his own political camp. That’s a violation of the law and of the First Amendment."_ ## OMB deletes reference to law guaranteeing backpay The Office of Management and Budget reportedly has removed references to the 2019 law in shutdown guidance documentation. Government Executive reports that OMB’s FAQ previously highlighted the Government Employees Fair Treatment Act. "The Government Employee Fair Treatment Act of 2019 (Public Law 116-1) provides that upon enactment of appropriations to end a lapse, both furloughed and excepted employees will be paid retroactively as soon as possible after the lapse ends, regardless of scheduled pay dates," read the document prior to being updated on October 3, per Government Executive. The _current documentation_ omits the prior sentence entirely. ## Economic impact if federal worker backpay is withheld Democrats say that no backpay would add extra economic pain to federal workers who are already taking a big hit to their paychecks. A 2019 federal law on the books provides back pay after a shutdown — that was signed in Trump’s first term. With 750,000 federal employees, economically, the DMV region is the hardest hit. In addition to feds losing income, local restaurants, gas stations, and stores that depend on their business are also impacted. For federal workers at the lower end of the pay scale, like Rozina Craig — a State Department janitor — she tells FOX 5 her bills are piling up, and she’s worried about what she’ll do. "I mean, we are not rich," said Craig. "We don’t have money to go into our bank accounts like these rich people do to pay their bills. We have to make ends meet some other kind of way." Maryland Republican Congressman Andy Harris says Democrats should end the shutdown and vote for the GOP spending plan. "Every so often you have to go through, look through any bureaucracy, any business that operates, and make sure that you’re running it most efficiently. That’s what the president is doing right now," said Harris. Virginia Democratic Congressman James Walkinshaw says the GOP is using scare tactics. "Many of their agencies and offices have been shut down, and these endless attacks — rhetoric and otherwise — through this Trump administration, so this shutdown, this Trump shutdown, is just one more thing," said Walkinshaw. Some local governments are moving to try and ease the pain. The Prince George’s County Council took action Tuesday on a bill to encourage local hiring of federal employees impacted by the shutdown. But there might not be enough jobs to go around — it’s estimated there are about 70,000 federal workers in Prince George’s County alone.

The Maryland Renaissance Festival is fighting back against ticket scalpers. The popular festival is suing resellers, hoping to send a strong message.

Raymond Harper, widely known as Rolling Ray, died of natural causes, according to the Maryland Chief Medical Examiner’s Office. ## Cause of death confirmed The DMV native passed away last month, just two days shy of his 29th birthday. He had been in a wheelchair for most of his life due to paralysis and faced other health challenges. Rolling Ray rose to internet fame after a viral appearance on the TV show Divorce Court, building a following across social media. READ MORE: 'Rolling Ray,' DC influencer Raymond Harper, dead at 28

Rumors are swirling online about a $1,702 stimulus payment hitting bank accounts before the end of the year. Is it true? Here’s what we found out. ## $1702 stimulus payment 2025 date? First, there’s no nationwide stimulus payment scheduled for 2025. The viral posts appear to reference Alaska’s Permanent Fund Dividend, a yearly payment to eligible residents funded by state mineral revenues. READ MORE: Wells Fargo, Bank of America to close for 24 hours ## Alaska payout explained According to the Alaska Department of Revenue, this year’s PFD was $1,000, distributed in two rounds on Oct. 2 and Oct. 23. Last year’s amount was $1,702. READ MORE: Social Security recipients getting double payments this October; here's why ## No federal stimulus No new federal stimulus payments are planned for 2025. The last was the $1,400 Recovery Rebate Credit from 2021, which had a final claim deadline of April 15, 2025. Meanwhile, Alaska’s Department of Revenue is warning myAlaska users about phishing texts asking them to update passwords. Officials say the department does not send texts or emails requesting password changes and urge users not to respond. More information can be found online. READ MORE: Who will receive the $1,400 stimulus check? Here's how to check.

Police are searching for a man who allegedly threatened employees with a rifle during an attempted robbery at a Dollar Plus store. The incident happened around 1 a.m. on Sept. 25 in the 7500 block of Landover Road in the Hyattsville area. Surveillance images released show the suspect entering the store wearing a black hooded sweatshirt with three white symbols on the hood, blue jeans and dark shoes. ## Armed suspect flees Police say he pointed a rifle at employees and demanded money but eventually fled without taking anything. No injuries were reported. The store manager spoke exclusively to FOX 5 about the incident. He believes the suspect was familiar with the store layout, noting he ran toward a back door that was locked. An employee quickly secured the exit. When the suspect tried to flee through the front, another employee blocked him and eventually, the suspect gave up and left. ## Reward offered for tips Police are asking anyone with information to contact Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, through the "P3 Tips" mobile app, or by calling 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Tipsters may remain anonymous and should reference case number 25-0053347. Authorities are offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to an arrest and indictment.

Flames engulfed a vehicle Monday night in northwest D.C., according to fire officials. D.C. Fire and EMS said crews responded to the 2000 block of North Capitol Street around 7:19 p.m. and found the vehicle fully involved. ## Flames engulf car The fire was extinguished, and no injuries were reported. Investigators are working to determine the cause.