Fairfax sheriff, commonwealth’s attorney grilled at House subcommittee hearing
House Republicans continued focusing a national spotlight from states like Illinois and New York to jurisdictions like Chicago and Fairfax County on Thursday.
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Monday, May 18
Labor advocates feel 'betrayed' by Gov. Spanberger's collective bargaining veto
Virginia labor advocates say they feel “betrayed” by Gov. Abigail Spanberger following her veto of public sector collective bargaining legislation.
Fairfax County crash leaves two dead, two children injured
Two people were killed and two children injured, one critically, after a single-car crash early Sunday on Chain Bridge Road over Interstate 66 in Oakton, police said.
Friday, May 15
‘The SpongeBob Musical’ on stage at Lorton Workhouse
The Workhouse Arts Center is presenting “The SpongeBob Musical” on select dates through June 14.
Monday, May 11
NOVA Wild zoo and safari is just around the corner
Got an animal lover in the family? If you’re looking for a family-friendly experience where you can get up close and personal with incredible animals, NOVA Wild might be for you.
Fairfax County’s first fuel cell data center proposed in Chantilly
A new data center has been proposed in Chantilly that would rely on fuel cell technology to convert natural gas into electricity rather than drawing primarily from the power grid.
Thursday, May 7
Four Inova hospitals secure 'A' safety grade from national nonprofit
Four Inova hospitals secured “A” grades from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit that monitors patient safety, in the latest review.
Wednesday, May 6
DOJ investigating Fairfax prosecutor over policy on immigrant defendants
The Trump administration has launched an investigation into the Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office over its handling of cases involving undocumented immigrants as defendants.
Maggiano's to reopen this summer at Tysons Corner Center
Local diners missing Maggiano’s Little Italy will want to circle their calendar for this year’s Taste of Tysons.
Wednesday, March 18
Do These Districts Have a Future?
New district
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Town of Vienna Names New Police Chief
Town of Vienna Names New Police Chief
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
H.R. 1’s Key Components and Impacts
Eight key aspects of the bill, accompanied by comments and impact statements leaning toward Fairfax County.
H.R. 1: One ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Act is Law
Virginia’s two Democratic U.S.Senators, Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine, released a statement after they voted against the Republican budget megabill.
The Background: Drugs, Money, Murder, Misconduct
When 21-year-old, Centreville High grad Danny Petrole was slain in his car in front of his Bristow townhouse, March 15, 2001, it stunned the community and devastated his family. It also led police to discover a drug ring of major…
Pathway to Freedom for Justin Wolfe?
Chantilly High grad Justin Wolfe has spent the past 24 years in prison – 13 of them on death row – for a crime he always said he didn’t do.
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Democratic Candidates Vie in Primary
Democrats will hold a Primary Election on June 17 to select their candidates for Lt. Governor and Attorney General. Early voting is open now through June 14.
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Memorial Day Weekend 2025
Residents in Fairfax County observed Memorial Day weekend and the Monday observance with various ceremonies, wreath presentations, musical performances, and other events.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Senior Living: AARP Virginia: How to Make Yourself a Harder Target
Criminals are always looking for ways to get your personal information to use in criminal activities. The good news is that there are many steps you can take to help protect your data and minimize its value to criminals.
Town of Vienna Holds Tax Rate Steady
At its regular meeting Monday, May 19, the Vienna Town Council adopted the Town budget, real estate tax rate, and water and sewer rates for fiscal year 2026.
Fresh Air, Fresh Food
In a Vienna neighborhood just off Tapawingo Road, a love of seasonal food has quietly evolved into a beloved local ritual.
Join Sen. Boysko and Del. Sullivan for Great Falls Town Hall, Wednesday, May 28th
Sen. Jennifer Boysko and Del. Rip Sullivan will hold a Great Falls Legislative Town Hall happening at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28 at the Grange.
Gerry Connolly Dead at 75
Congressman Gerry Connolly, the longtime Virginia politician and influential Democratic statesman on Capitol Hill, died early Wednesday, May 21.
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
On Arbor Day
In a show of environmental resilience, on Friday afternoon, April 25, Arbor Day 2025, Fairfax County Supervisor Walter Alcorn joined the Mayor of the Town of Vienna, Linda Colbert; Paul Gilbert, executive director of NOVA Parks; Virginia…
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Turn Down the Lights to Help Migrating Birds
In Northern Virginia alone, an estimated 100 to 160 million birds migrate through our skies each spring and fall. Artificial lights can turn their journey into a confusing and dangerous trek.
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Youngkin Commutes Shifflett’s Sentence
In a statement Sunday night, March 2, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin (R) said he commuted the sentence of Wesley Shifflett.