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Judge allows a third offshore wind project to resume construction as the industry challenges Trump
January 16, 2026, 11:24 pm |
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A federal judge ruled Friday that work on a Virginia offshore wind project could resume, the third project this week to successfully challenge the Trump administration in court.
Family of Va. woman murdered in motel back in 2023 finally gets justice, rips into DC justice system
January 16, 2026, 9:53 pm |
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It was back in April 2023 that 31-year-old Christy Bautista was stabbed over 30 times, her body battered by 46-year-old George Sydnor.
Virginia lawmakers back redrawing congressional maps, paving the way for a voter referendum
January 16, 2026, 6:01 pm |
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Virginia voters will decide whether to back a redrawn district map that favors Democrats in the tit-for-tat battle for the U.S. House after the left-leaning Senate advanced a proposed constitutional amendment on Friday that supports mid-decade congressional redistricting.
Foodies rejoice! DC’s winter restaurant week is about to kick off
January 16, 2026, 3:54 pm |
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Looking to expand your palate, or take a break from cooking? You could grab a bite at one of the D.C.-area eateries participating in the winter restaurant week.
Virginia prepares for historic moment as Spanberger takes office in Richmond
January 16, 2026, 10:35 am |
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Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger will make history once she takes office this weekend, becoming the state's first female governor.
Friday Freebies
January 16, 2026, 9:47 am |
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What to know about inauguration-related events in Virginia this weekend
January 16, 2026, 9:21 am |
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Virginia's capital city will make way this weekend for a host of events related to the inauguration of Abigail Spanberger, who will become the first woman to serve as the state's governor.
Former NBA player arrested in Fairfax Co., charged with robbery and assault
January 16, 2026, 2:29 am |
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Former NBA player Delonte West, who once played a key role on the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers, has been arrested and charged with robbery and assault in Fairfax County, Virginia.
Digital and DNA evidence take center stage on day 3 of au pair affair murder trial
January 16, 2026, 12:39 am |
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During the third day of the Brendan Banfield trial in Northern Virginia on Thursday, jurors saw photos showing major changes inside the Banfield home in the months after the killings.
First child death reported from flu this season in Virginia
January 15, 2026, 10:36 pm |
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Flu season has taken a grim turn in Virginia, as the state's health department has reported the first death of a child caused by complications associated with influenza.
‘It was surreal’: Caps players invite kids with disabilities onto the ice after practice
January 15, 2026, 7:09 pm |
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A duo of Washington Capitals players hosted dozens of kids Wednesday afternoon to skate, shoot and save goals with them after practice in Ballston, Virginia. It is all an effort to empower kids with physical and developmental disabilities.
Largest indoor waterpark in Virginia to open this year
January 15, 2026, 4:14 pm |
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If you drive Interstate 95, you've probably seen the colorful waterslides on the Kalahari resort being built in Spotsylvania County, Virginia. Kalahari is now accepting bookings for stays beginning Dec. 18, 2026,
Gov. Youngkin touts economic, education gains in final address to Virginia General Assembly
January 15, 2026, 10:42 am |
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In his final State of the Commonwealth address, outgoing Gov. Glenn Youngkin urged lawmakers not to undo core policies he credits for economic growth as he prepares to hand power to Abigail Spanberger.
Things to do in the DC area: Travel & Adventure Show, Restaurant Week … and more!
January 15, 2026, 9:31 am |
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Start your weekend by learning how to plan your next vacation by attending the Travel & Adventure Show in D.C. from Jan 17-18.
How a Fairfax Co. dad turned a passion project into a bagel business
January 15, 2026, 9:00 am |
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McLean Bagels, a father-daughter venture in Fairfax County, has gone from the humble beginnings in a home kitchen to selling hundreds weekly at local farmers’ markets.
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