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'Seal the Deal' | Prince William County town offers quaint courthouse-style wedding ceremonies this winter
September 25, 2026, 11:18 pm | Source
They say couples can expect an elegant setting featuring scenic views along the river, twinkling lights, decorated storefronts and the warm glow of holiday décor.
77-year-old pedestrian dies after being hit by 2 cars in Loudoun County, Sheriff's Office says
September 24, 2026, 11:42 pm | Source
Both drivers remained at the scene. Investigators say speed and alcohol are not believed to be factors in the deadly crash.
FCPD launches 'Operation Safe Right Turn' to protect pedestrians, bicyclists and scooter riders
September 24, 2026, 5:10 pm | Source
FCPD is reacting to a rising trend of drivers turning right on a solid green light without checking properly for more vulnerable parties.
Husband accused of killing Aldie Realtor wrote months earlier that their marriage was headed for divorce
September 23, 2026, 9:43 pm | Source
Northern Virginia Realtor remembered after deadly shooting at an Aldie home as kind and compassionate.
US Park Police officer seriously injured in crash on Route 50
September 23, 2026, 8:42 pm | Source
The crash caused a partial road closure on Route 50, causing a massive traffic backup.
Judge denies last-minute request for new counsel weeks before Naresh Bhatt murder trial set to begin
September 23, 2026, 6:14 pm | Source
The motion comes days after a judge denied defense counsel's request to delay the trial, saying she needs more time to prepare.
Prince William County overhauls its approval framework for new data centers
September 23, 2026, 4:32 pm | Source
The decision does not erase projects or legal rights already established under the existing framework but changes how the county handles development going forward.
New report spotlights food insecurity in Virginia
September 22, 2026, 11:47 am | Source
A new statewide survey found that 42% of households in Virginia were food insecure.
Virginia man convicted of attempted rape in hotel attack
September 22, 2026, 11:08 am | Source
Oscar Barrios, 47, faces up to 10 years in prison for the brutal sexual assault.
Yellow line service returns to normal after Monday disruptions
September 22, 2026, 10:36 am | Source
A derailment from weekend track work led to delays all day Monday.
Bomb threat against Northern Virginia mosque leads to arrest
September 22, 2026, 1:04 am | Source
The investigation began after deputies were alerted to a social media comment warning of an explosive device at an upcoming event.
FAA launches AI air traffic system in DC area, but local lawmaker raises safety concerns
September 21, 2026, 10:46 pm | Source
Sec. of Transportation Duffy hails tech as a way to reduce delays. Virginia Congressman Beyer worries it's a danger to the region.
Arlington woman accused of smashing door, entering home and exposing herself
September 18, 2026, 9:35 pm | Source
Katherine Claffey, 31, was wanted on unrelated charges at the time of her arrest.
Critics say Spanberger's new data center rules don't go far enough
September 18, 2026, 8:43 pm | Source
A Sterling man fled his home when a data center's diesel generators ran all night. Virginia's governor just made it a statewide issue.
Virginia Gov. Spanberger announces aggressive plan to hold data centers accountable
September 18, 2026, 8:37 pm | Source
Here's a closer look at the governor's new Data Center Accountability Framework.
Early voting for the 2026 November general election begins in Virginia
September 18, 2026, 12:06 pm | Source
Early voters in Virginia can get a head start and cast their ballots for the 2026 General Election in November. Here's what to know.
Judge denies request to push back trial in Naresh Bhatt murder case
September 18, 2026, 3:26 am | Source
Naresh Bhatt is accused of murdering his wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt. She disappeared in August of 2024. The trial is expected to begin in October.
Two teens on e-bike seriously injured in collision with SUV in Ashburn
September 18, 2026, 1:33 am | Source
Police say one of the boys was not wearing a helmet.
Hay shortage prompts Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger to declare State of Emergency
September 17, 2026, 3:40 am | Source
Governor Spanberger has declared a State of Emergency in Virginia to address a severe hay shortage caused by drought, with key support for farmers and livestock.
Data center pause in Loudoun County could cost residents long term
September 16, 2026, 8:31 pm | Source
Loudoun County supervisors could vote to halt future data center projects, impacting nearly half of local tax revenue and school funding.
Fairfax leaders ask police to pause Flock camera expansion
September 16, 2026, 1:06 pm | Source
As citizens show increasing concerns about how data collection will affect their privacy, Fairfax County hits the brakes on new Flock camera installations.
Street safety group raises alarm over near-misses, speeding in Northern Virginia
September 16, 2026, 11:35 am | Source
The new report from Northern Virginia Families for Safe Streets reveals troubling patterns across Alexandria, Arlington and Fairfax.
Loudoun County Board of Supervisors ask staff to draft a 12-month data center pause resolution
September 16, 2026, 9:17 am | Source
The board asked county staff to draft a resolution. They're expected to vote on the resolution in October.
Man accused of illegally recording people in Tysons charged with 30 counts of child sex crimes
September 15, 2026, 9:01 pm | Source
Police believe there may be more victims.
Former Falls Church youth minister indicted on federal charges involving alleged sexual abuse of minors
September 15, 2026, 5:25 pm | Source
Jeffrey Turner Taylor, 66, is accused of grooming boys and faces seven federal counts for conduct dating back decades.
How to register to vote in DC, Maryland and Virginia
September 15, 2026, 5:21 pm | Source
According to Google Trends data, searches for "how do I register to vote" skyrocketed on Tuesday.
Photos released of 2 wanted for tossing rocks off overpass onto Dulles Greenway
September 15, 2026, 10:57 am | Source
Virginia State Police need your help identifying the two people captured in surveillance photos.
'It was the wrong decision' | Fairfax County leaders expected to reinstate crossing guards
September 15, 2026, 3:22 am | Source
The board will meet on Tuesday and discuss the county's recommendations to reinstate crossing guards at 10 schools.
I-66 commuters could get extra cash with slugging challenge
September 14, 2026, 2:03 pm | Source
A new challenge is giving northern Virginia commuters a chance to save on their ride and win some cash along the way.
Virginia State Police ID drivers killed in explosive I-81 crash
September 12, 2026, 2:39 pm | Source
Police have charged Mario Saldivar-Romaro with reckless driving after a fatal crash on I-81 caused an explosion and closed lanes for hours.
'Never seen anything like that,' 2 truck drivers killed in fiery I-81 crash involving oxygen tanks in Frederick County
September 11, 2026, 10:33 pm | Source
A tractor-truck driver was on his route from Connecticut to South Carolina when he saw the fiery explosion. He says the road was closed for three hours.
Fire station near the Pentagon honors 9/11 victims 25 years later
September 11, 2026, 9:14 pm | Source
More than 200 first responders attended Friday's ceremony. Many of them were called to the Pentagon on September 11th, 2001
Man who stole nearly $30K in cigarettes from Loudoun Co. shop sentenced to 20 years
September 11, 2026, 2:56 pm | Source
"You are clearly content living outside the law," the judge said at sentencing.
'It was literally my second day' | Arlington County Sheriff who joined the department a day before 9/11 shares his story
September 11, 2026, 2:54 pm | Source
Thursday night, Sheriff Jose Quiroz and other first responders were honored at Yorktown High School in Arlington.
2 dead after I-81 crash triggers oxygen tank explosion
September 11, 2026, 2:13 pm | Source
Charges are pending against a driver in a passenger car thought to have triggered the fiery crash.
Virginia contractor Richard Tadlock sentenced to 12 years for construction fraud
September 10, 2026, 11:29 pm | Source
Richard Craig Tadlock was sentenced to 12 years for construction fraud, impacting multiple Virginia families emotionally and financially.
Man found guilty of lighting his foreclosed townhome on fire, killing neighbor and filing insurance claim the next day
September 10, 2026, 9:44 pm | Source
Jacob Bogatin, 80, has been found guilty of first-degree murder and arson in a deadly insurance fraud scheme involving a fatal fire in Sterling, Virginia.
'Kids should be able to ride their bikes safely' | 13-year-old killed when struck by truck, renewing calls for road safety changes
September 10, 2026, 9:28 pm | Source
Three Fairfax County students were involved in separate crashes while riding bikes or scooters Wednesday, prompting renewed calls for safer roads around schools.
Family says rock thrown from overpass nearly caused tragedy on Dulles Greenway
September 10, 2026, 5:33 pm | Source
A Loudoun County family says a rock thrown from an overpass shattered their SUV's windshield as they drove home on the Dulles Greenway with children inside.
2 men accused of shooting were out on bond when teenage girl was shot to death, Manassas City Police say
September 9, 2026, 11:09 pm | Source
Two more men arrested for the shooting that killed 16-year-old Ashley, for a total of three suspected gunmen.
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