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So perhaps you’re not familiar with 90s-era German digital hardcore band Atari Teenage Riot. But you are undoubtedly familiar with the infamous Cheesecake Factory incident in Clarendon that happened around…

A new cafe and bar is now open in Clarendon. “East West Coffee and Wine” opened last week at 3101 Wilson Blvd, serving tapas, coffee, wine, and more. It joins…

Arlington’s interim top economic development official is leaving to be the deputy to the county’s former head of economic development, who now works for Fairfax County. The announcement of Alex…

The Starbucks store at the Lee-Harrison Shopping Center has closed, to make way for a new location down the street. It was business as usual at the coffeehouse chain’s location…

The Arlington school system’s effort to appoint a diversity czar has run into a buzzsaw of criticism from the county’s major civil-rights organization.The two co-chairs of the Arlington NAACP’s education…

ARLINGTON, Va. –The annual Wreaths Across America escort of handmade, balsam wreaths destined for Arlington National Cemetery will begin arriving in Arlington County on Friday, December 13th. The annual convoy…

Arlington County firefighters are on scene of a vehicle fire in Pentagon City, near the TSA and DEA headquarters and the front entrance to the mall. A truck caught fire…

This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding…

Travelers flying in or out of Reagan National Airport should expect significant delays after an emergency landing and aircraft evacuation this morning. Initial reports suggest that an American Airlines flight…

Over a dozen Arlington firefighters descended on U.S. Air Force veteran Frank Price’s house in Hall’s Hill on Saturday afternoon. They weren’t there to fight a fire — but to…

From healthy cooking to financial literacy to student empowerment, Virginia Cooperative Extension offers a wide array of programs for local residents.

The coming two years will see continuity in the top echelons of the Arlington County Democratic Committee, with both the chair and deputy chair unopposed for new terms.

Fairfax County Police are seeking the driver of a black sedan who struck a woman who was crossing Edsall Road near Cherokee Avenue at about 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 8.…

There was a fire at a condo at 6612 Jupiter Hills Circle in the Pinecrest community Dec. 9. According to the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department, the fire likely…

Some surprising content appeared on the funny pages a few weeks ago. It was in Garry Trudeau’s “Doonesbury” cartoon strip, and it showed a young couple at the breakfast table.…

By Dave Kirkland Well friends, it looks like Happy Holidays has been replaced. There is a new holiday greeting going around. It’s called hallothanksmas.Read Guest Commentary: There’s a New Holiday…

Fairfax County’s Department of Transportation will be giving a presentation about traffic calming efforts to the Jefferson Village Civic Association community regarding traffic calming on Rosemary Lane, which is adjacent…

Landmark Mall, as seen in the "Wonder Woman 1984" trailer.A bright and busy Landmark Mall will appear in the movie, “Wonder Woman 1984,” scheduled to be released June 5, 2020.…

CALLS FOR SERVICE SUMMARY: Date Covered: 12/06/2019 – 12/08/2019 Total calls for Service: 3844 Total Domestic Related Calls for Service: 87 Total Persons Experiencing Mental Health Crisis Calls for Service:…

WORKING IN HIS STUDIO on either a new song or practicing a cover is Eryc Ryan, who used music to help steer him away from his past troubles with drug…

Michael Burbidge, bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Arlington, earlier in the month was in Rome participating in the traditional “ad limina” visit by bishops to Pope Francis.

Capital Caring Health is offering a wide range of free counseling and support services for those spending the holiday season without a loved one.

Letters to the Editor: December 5 – 11, 2019 We Must Maintain Falls Church’s Tree Canopy Editor, Last week’s Letters to the Editor: We Must Maintain Falls Church’s Tree Canopy…

Fairfax County has made much progress since the days of racial segregation decades ago, but persisting inequities persist must be addressed, according to a report presented to county supervisors Dec.…

Motorists are advised of upcoming work zones and traffic pattern changes in the 600 block of William Street (between Douglas and Winchester Streets) associated with construction of the new Liberty…

City leaders on Monday night authorized the city manager to install up to 10 cameras at problem intersections in the city where drivers are known to run red lights.

2nd Amendment rights advocates filled the Manassas City Council Chambers urging city leaders to send a message to Richmond lawmakers — protect their rights to bear arms.

County supervisors in both Prince William and Fauquier counties are slated to vote on gun rights resolutions this week. But while the Prince William board will consider declaring the county…

Members of the Coalition to Protect Prince William County are concerned about the likelihood of a large data center in that location would require a new power-line at a cost…

Councilwoman Michelle Davis-Younger says she's going to seek the nomination to be the next Manassas Mayor.

Not sure what to get that special someone for the holidays? Here’s one option: a shopping mall. Commercial real estate brokerage JLL (NYSE: JLL) is seeking buyers for the Manassas…

Four people were displaced by a house fire in Woodbridge Saturday night, Prince William County Fire and Rescue System officials said.

The Un Trim A Tree Holiday Gift Program needs your help in providing the simple of joy of the season of two toys to a needy child. We’ll give you…

OmniRide today will double the number of buses is has providing service between Gainesville,  Pentagon, and L’Enfant Plaza in Washington, D.C.

U.S. Congressman Gerry Connolly will join the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Commissioner Richard D. Holcomb for a brief news conference on REAL ID, prior to applying for his…

The Reston Community Center has once again delayed the opening date of its renovated Terry L. Smith Aquatics Center. The facility is expected to open in January, two months later…

Southbound Fox Mill Road near Lawyers Road is closed due to a damaged pole. According to the Fairfax County Police Department, the road is closed as crews work to repair…

It could take up to two weeks for Cafesano’s cafe to reopen in South Lakes Village Center after a fire caused $2,000 in damages in early December. A company representative…

Reston Hospital Center‘s $72 million expansion is expected to be completed by the first quarter of next year, a few months later than originally estimated. The completed pieces of the…

A new waxing salon is coming soon to North Point Village Center. European Wax Center will open at 1404 North Point Village Center soon, according to the company’s website. An…

All Fairfax Connector buses will return to normal operations today (Monday) after a worker strike ends. Transdev, the company that recently took on a new contract to operate buses for…

A home in Herndon was engulfed in flames at around 3 a.m. today. Fire and rescue crews took out the fire at the two-story, single-family home on the 1100 block…

More than 50 artists from around the region will create live artwork using their preferred media at a live fundraising event tomorrow (Saturday). The Greater Reston Arts Center will host…

State officials are warning residents to avoid using any third-party sites to find vital records. In a release by the State Health Commissioner, officials urged residents to not pay fees…

The Brand Consultancy, a DC-based brand strategy company, is encouraging the Reston Association to change its brand strategy to emphasize its amenities and “proven innovation.” At a meeting on Wednesday,…

With the help of a Reston-based company that specializes in DNA technology, local police have new leads on the 2006 murders of two elderly Springfield women. Marion Marshall and Marion…

Earlier this week, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors recognized more than a dozen employers for excelling in implementing green commuter programs. The award, which is managed by the Fairfax…

Fairfax County police arrested a woman from California for allegedly making fraudulent credit card charges at a Marriott in Tysons. The incident occurred around 10 a.m. on Friday (Dec. 6)…

The Weekly Planner is a roundup of interesting events coming up over the next week in the Tysons area. We’ve scoured the web for events of note in Tysons, Vienna,…

The Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) announced today (Monday) that it has poached another one of Arlington’s economic development officials. Back in July, Fairfax County hired Victor Hoskins, the then-head of the…

An Arlington-based coffee-and-alcohol joint plans to expand into Tysons with a new location. The website for East West Coffee and Wine says it is “coming soon” to The Boro. The owner opened…

Vienna’s Planning Commission is set to hold a public hearing this week on Sunrise Senior Living’s new proposed spot in the town. After the Vienna Town Council killed plans for a Sunrise…

Plans for a new speed hump aim to slow down drivers near a high school and senior center in Pimmit Hills. Last Tuesday (Dec. 3), the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors…

Dozens of students and adults joined a climate strike today in the Town of Vienna as part of an international effort. Protesters, elected officials, local groups — including 350 Fairfax and Mothers Out Front…

A fire that broke out in a commercial building in the Town of Vienna earlier this week resulted in thousands of dollars of damage. Firefighters responded to the fire around…

An employee at Giant (359 Maple Avenue) said a child concealed four bags of candy and left without paying for them, according to Vienna police. The incident happened around 6 p.m.…

Tysons Reporter is back with its new monthly crime map showing where the incidents occurred in Fairfax County Police Department’s McLean District Station. We went ahead and pulled together all…

City officials and community members in Falls Church are gearing up to celebrate the recent renovation of one park and the start of work on another one this Saturday (Dec.…

Yesterday, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) released several preliminary concepts for alternative routes affecting Metro riders in Northern Virginia. For people in the Tysons area, two concepts would…

Interested to see what happened in #Loudoun over the weekend? Check out the Daily Incident Report (DIR) at https://bit.ly/35a9HCo  To receive this report via email, register here: and click the…

The Loudoun County School Board on Dec. 3 approved adding language concerning LGBT matters and veteran status to the Loudoun County Public Schools Equal Opportunity Employment policy, though the process…

A man was arrested in Ashburn Friday morning after allegedly causing serious injury to another man, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office.

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors on Dec. 3 voted against supporting a Second Amendment policy statement within its Richmond legislative program.

Several years ago, Waterford resident and Loudoun County High School graduate Mark Forrest, 26, was struggling to figure out what would be the next step in his life and where…

(BPT) - If you're facing surgery soon, you may have concerns about pain management. In a 2018 Mayo Clinic survey, 94% of the adults surveyed said that they would choose…

The Loudoun Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing Dec. 11.        

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The laws are still on the books in Virginia: Blacks and whites must sit in separate rail cars. They cannot use the same playgrounds, schools or…

The Stone Bridge Bulldogs pounded their way to a 44-15 victory over the North Stafford Wolverines in the Virginia Class 5 state football semifinals Saturday afternoon in Ashburn.

Entering the regional semifinals, the Tuscarora Huskies faced the daunting task of needing to defeat three quality opponents in succession on the road to earn a spot in the 2019…

The discount grocery store is opening off Loudoun County Parkway near Route 50. The post Loudoun’s newest ALDI store opens this week appeared first on The Burn.

The Class 5 Stone Bridge Bulldogs and the Class 4 Tuscarora Huskies punched their tickets to VHSL state football championship games in their respective classifications following double-digit victories in Saturday's…

Priority Automotive is covering adoption fees for animals at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.        

City of Alexandria Receives Record-Low Interest Rate on Sale of Bonds for Potomac Yard Metrorail Station and Public Schools: http://alexandriava.gov/112689 .

Alexandria, VA – On Dec. 10, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at the Charles Houston Recreation Center (901 Wythe St.), the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria will host a town…

Alexandria, VA – Bummed out this holiday season? You’re not alone. Holidays can trigger sadness and grief, especially for children and teens who have suffered the death of a loved…

20th Annual Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights. (photos by Evan Michio for Visit Alexandria)Alexandria, VA – A record number of 60 boats competed for prizes in ten categories at the 20th Anniversary…

Gadsby’s Tavern. (File photo)Alexandria, VA – What’s your favorite classic restaurant in the Port City? Gadsby’s Tavern was a choice spot for our founding fathers in the 18th century, so…

The City has received a Silver designation from @GoSolSmart for making it easier to go solar. This designation recognizes the City’s bold steps to encourage solar energy growth and remove…

The City will host the 2020 Housing Summit on Jan 11, 8:30am-4pm at the Lee Center. The summit will examine the progress of 2013 Housing Master Plan and explore new…

The first trailer for the Wonder Woman sequel, Wonder Woman 1984, was released on Sunday. The movie, which was partially filmed throughout Northern Virginia and D.C. during the Spring of…

Those looking to add a furry member to the family are in luck this holiday season. Priority Toyota in Springfield, Virginia, is paying for all adoption fees, spaying and neutering…

Catch on the Avenue opened in December 2018 to rave reviews. (Courtesy photo)ALEXANDRIA, VA – In a quick social media post on Sunday, December 8, 2019, Catch on the Avenue,…

A damaged transformer leaks oil into a storm drain in Alexandria, Virginia. (Courtesy Dominion Energy)A Dominion Energy official says cleanup of a mineral oil spill near a Fairfax County, Virginia,…