Daily digest · Thursday, November 5, 2026
Gar-Field coach charged; Arlington arch vote; Lorton fire charges
Thursday's biggest local stories included a Prince William high school coach charged with sexual offenses against a player and a federal vote on a proposed arch near Arlington Cemetery. New charges were also filed in the June fire at the Lorton training facility, and Alexandria began public hearings on the NextEra-Dominion merger and reviewed a $370.6 million school capital plan.
Arlington
Federal panel to vote on Trump arch
The National Capital Planning Commission was scheduled to decide Thursday afternoon whether to approve the proposed 250-foot arch near Arlington National Cemetery, amid lawsuits. Rep. Don Beyer urged the panel to reject it, and protesters rallied at Memorial Circle.
Man sentenced to 20 years for 2024 abduction and rape of 11-year-old
An Arlington man was sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to raping and abducting an 11-year-old girl in 2024. Prosecutors said he met the girl through a teenager on Snapchat.
Man hospitalized after Arlington Mill shooting
A man was taken to the hospital after being shot Thursday evening at an apartment complex in the Arlington Mill neighborhood. Police are investigating.
County seeks input on five crash-prone roads
Arlington County is asking residents how to improve five corridors with unusually high rates of crashes resulting in injury or death. Responses are due Friday.
ACPD: Teens arrested in knifepoint shoe robbery, woman robbed by people she knew
Community Feedback Sought on Draft Release of Information Policy
Complaints about e-bikes, e-motos on W&OD Trail could bring new regulations
New concept may replace plans for beer garden in Crystal City
Alexandria
Public hearings for the NextEra-Dominion merger have begun. Here’s what you need to know.
Daily Briefing: Thursday, Nov. 5
ACPS proposes $370.6 million capital plan, about twice the city's guidance
School funding formula overhaul, AI use guidance top ACPS requests to state legislators
ACPS will revise a School Board rule requiring agendas three working days in advance
Daily Briefing: Thursday, Nov. 5
Rosemont's citizens association asks Council to reject the Russell Road design the city now recommends
Gas leak closes Eisenhower Avenue
A gas leak closed Eisenhower Avenue between Metro Road and Van Dorn Street Thursday. Fire officials asked nearby residents to keep windows and doors closed while Washington Gas crews make repairs.
Mother pleads for answers in son’s death as Alexandria’s interim policing auditor steps in
Does Alexandria need a jail? City seeks feedback in new survey
Floriana moving to Old Town
The Italian restaurant Floriana is leaving Dupont Circle after 47 years and moving to Old Town Alexandria, though it has not said when it will open.
Titanic Loss, SFA founder Kitty Porterfield dies at 85.
Future Rosie’s Tavern in Del Ray asks city for 49 outdoor seats
Fairfax
New charges in Lorton training facility fire
Four people face new charges, including arson, in a June fire that caused more than $1 million in damage at the Fairfax County Urban Search and Rescue training facility in Lorton. The county said investigators obtained warrants for four of six people previously charged with burglary and trespassing.
Teen Critically Injured After Being Hit by Car Outside Chantilly High School
Man arrested after bank robbery in Hybla Valley
A 65-year-old Alexandria man was arrested after he called police to confess to a November 4 bank robbery in the Hybla Valley area, police said.
Chantilly man charged over June incident
Police arrested a 58-year-old Chantilly man in connection with a June incident in which he is accused of touching himself inside his vehicle while two women saw. He is charged with a lewd act.
Burglary suspect charged in Bethesda break-ins
A 73-year-old man previously arrested in a Fairfax County burglary is now charged in two Bethesda break-ins. He also faces extradition to Maryland and a new felony charge after missing a court hearing.
Reports differ on accessory living unit vote
One report says the Planning Commission recommended approval of more flexibility for accessory living units with changes on Nov. 4. Another says the commission deferred action on the amendment.
Planning Commission approves affordable housing for Bailey’s Crossroads
Residential redevelopment of ‘obsolete’ Woodland Park offices approved
Lake Braddock teachers ‘walk in’ to protest mandatory weapons detection duty
Transit union more supportive of N. Va. bus consolidation than local leaders
Fairfax City Awards Grants to Human Services Nonprofits
D.C. region home values flat over past year, with declines possible over winter
Tysons & McLean
Cell tower proposed for grounds of McLean private school
Santa arrives at Tysons Corner Center
Santa Claus arrives at Tysons Corner Center Friday, kicking off the holiday season at the mall with seasonal events, extended hours and new retailers.
Reston & Herndon
Herndon Elects a Nearly New Town Council. Where the Winners Stand on Comstock, Herndon 2050 and Housing
Fairfax County Is Rewriting Its Housing Rules. Here’s What Changes for Reston’s Neighborhoods and Village Centers
Reston Town Center Ice Skating Pavilion Opens Friday With New Gondola Lounges
Mountain Mike’s Pizza Moves Closer to Opening at South Lakes Village Center in Reston
Town of Herndon Accepted as an Exploring Main Street Community
Loudoun
Loudoun approves Dominion substation despite lingering concerns
Man wanted for kidnapping arrested at Dulles
A Salvadoran man wanted on felony kidnapping and child abuse charges was arrested by Customs and Border Protection officers at Dulles Airport Wednesday while trying to leave the country.
Leesburg Man Accused Of Shooting At Vehicle After Fight, Claiming Self-Defense: Police
County, Towns Move to Enact Cannabis Ordinances Following State Changes
Nighttime Temporary Lane Closures on Route 7 at Route 690 Bridge to Begin Week of November 16
Loudoun County Schools Seek Feedback On New Grading Policies
County planning attainable housing at revamped Cascades complex
Democrat Shannon Taylor wins election to U.S. House in Virginia's 1st Congressional District
Republican John McGuire wins reelection to U.S. House in Virginia's 5th Congressional District
Democrat defeats 10-term GOP congressman in Virginia's 1st District, Republican hangs on in 5th District
Whereabouts, Wine and Welcoming Place: Jiya Vineyards Opens
Prince William
Gar-Field girls basketball coach charged
Police say the head coach of the Gar-Field High School girls basketball team was arrested on five counts of indecent liberties by a custodian after a sexual assault investigation involving a player on the team. He faces five felony charges and is being held without bond.
Manassas Park man testifies in murder trial
At his trial for his wife's murder, the defendant testified that she died by suicide and admitted on the witness stand that he dismembered her body and put the remains in the trash.
Woodbridge fire destroys two homes
A fire early Tuesday spread from one house to a neighboring home, displacing 12 people, including eight adults and four children.
Manassas Park residents urged to use OmniRide Connect
Quantico Commissary named best of Defense Commissary Agency
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