Morning Notes for October 28, 2026
Study Authorized on Schools Funding Formula — “A state legislative subcommittee on Monday approved a plan to hire an expert to study a new school funding formula for Virginia, with…
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FFXnow Daily Debrief for Oct 27, 2026
Good Tuesday evening, Fairfax County. Here’s a look back at today’s most-read stories and a look ahead to tomorrow. 📈 Today’s most-read stories Initial data from Urban Heat Island Mapping…
Herndon man charged with shooting at Dulles Greene apartments
A Herndon man has been charged in connection with a shooting that injured an acquaintance and a bystander at the Dulles Greene apartment complex last night (Monday). Olmer Danilo Perez…
Vienna Halloween Parade set to return for 80th year with patriotic twist
After sundown tomorrow night (Wednesday), Maple Avenue in Vienna will come alive with goblins, ghouls and ghosts from America’s past. That’s when the town’s annual Halloween Parade is set to…
Man Charged Following Non-Fatal Shooting in Hutchison
Reston Police District – Detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau have charged a 32-year-old man in connection with a domestic-related shooting that occurred Monday evening. On October 26, at 7:30 p.m., officers responded to the 2200 block…
An interpretive sign honors a Black community displaced by eminent domain
A few decades ago, there was a thriving close-knit Black community called The Pines in what is now Pine Ridge Park on Woodburn Road in Annandale. It was a place where everyone was related or knew one another, where children played outdoors…
Person Hospitalized After Getting Stuck Between Metro Car, Platform In Reston
The incident occurred at the Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station.
Fairfax County School Board starts solidifying priorities for new General Assembly, Congress
The Fairfax County School Board is asking lawmakers in Richmond to increase state funding for K-12 programs, provide state-funded universal Pre-K programs, and make changes to Virginia’s Freedom of Information…
Falls Church man pleads guilty to shooting e-bike rider in Fair Oaks area
A Falls Church man could spend decades in prison following his conviction in connection to the non-fatal road rage shooting of an e-bike rider near West Ox Road in the…
Engage Fairfax: Shaping the FY 2028 Budget Priorities, Nov. 5
Fairfax City staff are seeking public input as they begin planning for the FY 2028 budget. Residents are invited to join a multi-platform community meeting, “Engage Fairfax: Shaping the FY 2028 Budget Priorities,” at 6 p.m. Nov. 5. The…
Accused Attacker Of Iwo Jima Monument At Quantico Facing Federal Charges: DOJ
A man accused of taking a sledgehammer to a historic monument near Marine Base Quantico will face federal charges, authorities say.
Over 1,000 Pounds Collected During 31st Annual National Drug Take Back Day
Fairfax County, VA – This past Saturday, our district stations partnered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and other Fairfax County agencies for the 31st Annual National Drug Take Back Day. Together, we collected 1,071 pounds…
Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton builds glass-blowing hot shop
As a second-generation glass blower, Ian Schmidt has never lost the wonder of seeing molten glass harden into art. “Working with your hands is a language,” Schmidt said. That language…
Initial data from Urban Heat Island Mapping Project points to hottest spots in N. Va.
The hottest parts of Fairfax County identified by this summer’s “Urban Heat Island Mapping Project” likely won’t come as a huge surprise to local residents. Tysons, Reston, Fair Lakes, Chantilly…
For 10th anniversary, Food for Neighbors collects 38K pounds to feed students
To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Food for Neighbors carried out a now-familiar routine: the mobilization of thousands of volunteers to pick up and sort food donations left in red bags…
Park bond funds could be used for Poe Terrace Park
Poe Terrace Park in Annandale could be in line for a much-needed renovation if voters pass the $180 million park bond on the Nov. 3 ballot. In addition to $89 million to replace the aging Audrey Moore Rec Center in Annandale, the bond…
Morning Notes for October 27, 2026
Two Shot in Hutchison — Police responded last night to a “domestic-related shooting in the 2200 block of Astoria Circle in Hutchison” just west of Herndon. “Officers located two adult…
🌱 Patch AM: Woman Found Passed Out In Vehicle In Vienna Parking Lot Charged With Drug Offense: Police
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Monday, October 26
FFXnow Daily Debrief for Oct 26, 2026
Good Monday evening, Fairfax County. Here’s a look back at today’s most-read stories and a look ahead to tomorrow. 📈 Today’s most-read stories Pedestrian critically injured in crash in University…
Fairfax Woman Charged With Assaulting Officers During Arrest At City Store
A Fairfax woman faces a felony assault charge after an incident at Wawa. Court records list a Jan. 13 hearing.
Anime convention moves to Chantilly from Arlington for 2026
A three-day-long anime convention is moving to Chantilly’s Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles from its prior Arlington home this fall. Now in its 27th year, the volunteer-led “Anime USA” will arrive…
Developer to share latest plan for former T-Mobile campus in Reston tonight
Reston residents will have an opportunity to weigh in tonight (Monday) on a potential redevelopment of the former T-Mobile office park near the Herndon Metro station. Representatives for developer Stanley…
Herndon Man Accused Of Eluding Police, Hit-And-Run In Vienna
Police obtained warrants for a 20-year-old Herndon man accused of fleeing a traffic stop and striking another car in Vienna.
Woman Found Passed Out In Vehicle In Vienna Parking Lot Charged With Drug Offense: Police
A woman found passed out in her vehicle in a 7-Eleven parking lot faces multiple charges.