Daily digest · Friday, November 6, 2026
Judge pauses Trump arch work; Loudoun Golden substation approved
A federal judge paused work on Trump's arch in Arlington for 14 days, and Loudoun supervisors approved the Golden substation and a phased board pay raise. Other news included a Ashburn FBI agent's admitted crypto theft, an Arlington Mill shooting, and testimony in a Fairfax-area murder trial.
Arlington
Judge blocks work on Trump's arch for 14 days
A federal judge late Thursday blocked work on the 250-foot arch in Memorial Circle for 14 days, hours after a commission approved the project. Rep. Don Beyer welcomed the ruling.
Man wounded in Arlington Mill shooting
A man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after being shot on an Arlington sidewalk Thursday night. Police are searching for the shooter.
Arlington Police Propose 30-Day Bodycam Video Release Rule After Fatal 7-Eleven Shooting
Virginia Changing Driver's License Requirements For Young Adults In 2027
November 2026 County Board Meeting Agenda Highlights
Construction starting soon on upgraded fields at Kenmore Middle School
Arlington Mr Wash Locations Offering Free Car Washes For Veterans Day
Alexandria
Residents say they filmed Alexandria's decommissioned Flock cameras flashing at passing cars. Police say the sensors fire but nothing is recorded.
ACPS capital request exceeds city guidance by $186 million
Alexandria City Public Schools' 10-year capital proposal goes well beyond the city's $184.4 million cap. A parent group wants a fresh look at Jefferson-Houston's conversion to a middle school.
Parents seek signatures on classroom screen time
Schools Beyond Screens - Alexandria has gathered more than 270 supporters in its first week. The district points to an advisory group already reviewing technology use.
Alexandria's draft 2027 state agenda seeks new powers on housing, taxes, and data centers
Alexandria City Council considers expanding helmet mandate for youth to e-scooters, e-bikes
Treasury approves 153 Virginia Opportunity Zones, including three in Alexandria
Alexandria School Board says proposed raise will help recruit ‘higher quality’ members
Why DC’s Floriana restaurant is closing its doors after New Year’s Eve
Fairfax
Testimony and cross-examination in Bhatt trial
Naresh Bhatt testified Thursday that his wife died by suicide in July 2024 and that he dismembered her body. Prosecutor Matthew Sweet called his claims a lie during cross-examination.
Loudoun FBI Agent Admits To Stealing $2.4 Million In Cryptocurrency From Investigation Targets
Fairfax County Arrest Leads To Federal Indictment Of Man Previously Deported From U.S.
Annandale Man Plans Guilty Plea In Federal Immigration Case, Seeks Time Served
Annandale Man Indicted On Federal Illegal Reentry Charge After Prior Gun Conviction
Former Annandale Catholic School Substitute Teacher Sentenced For Child Sex Abuse
Man Caught With 586 Fentanyl Pills In Centreville Sentenced
Pedestrian safety projects move forward
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation announced Nov. 4 that it is advancing 16 active transportation projects. The Board of Supervisors allocated $9.9 million for them in August.
Fairfax County voters OK bond funding for parks, human services renovations
County tasks Visit Fairfax with leading community events, phasing out Celebrate Fairfax
Suspects Face Additional Charges for Fire at Fairfax County Search and Rescue Facility
Dominion-NextEra merger hearings
Public hearings on the proposed Dominion-NextEra merger began this week at the State Corporation Commission. Virginians at the final in-person testimony hearing raised concerns about higher electricity bills.
Oregon man caught trying to break into Maryland home linked to Virginia case: MCPD
Lake Braddock Teachers Protest Weapon Detection Policy
Vienna Council To Consider Traffic Study, Opioid Settlement At Next Meeting
New fried chicken restaurant opens in Chantilly
N. Va. Christmas Market canceled, leaving small vendors scrambling to regroup
Connect Fairfax County Surpasses 1,000 Registrations
Four Years of Advancing Public Safety Through LPR Technology
Tysons & McLean
New Boutique Pilates Studio Opens In Tysons
Tysons Car Wash Offering Free Washes To Veterans, Military Families For Veterans Day
Reston & Herndon
GDIT Says Only 20 Of 565 Northern Virginia Workers In Layoff Notices Were Impacted
Ice skating returns to Reston Town Center next week for new season
Veterans Day 5K Returns To Reston Town Center To Support Military Families
Herndon Joins State Effort To Strengthen Historic Downtown
Loudoun
Board approves Golden substation
After months of discussions, the Board of Supervisors on Thursday approved Dominion Energy's application for the proposed eastern Loudoun substation after the utility agreed to conditions.
Supervisors approve phased 30% pay raise
Supervisors voted to raise board pay 30% over five years, paying district supervisors $104,670 a year by 2031 and the chair at large $125,045.
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Man Arrested After Leesburg Stabbing
Witnesses sought in Ashburn crash
Loudoun County deputies are asking witnesses to a Thursday afternoon two-vehicle crash in Ashburn to come forward. Two people were seriously hurt in the crash.
Concrete Waste Illegally Dumped Into Leesburg Storm Drain, Town Says
Displays depicting Jesus Christ at school raised constitutional questions
LCPS Auditor Cites Concerns with School Bus Operations
Person Detained After Jumping Fence at Sterling State Department Facility
New Wonder multi-restaurant sets opening date in Ashburn
Crimson Coward in Leesburg plans grand opening ribbon cutting
Big Screen Store out, Jetset Pilates in at Loudoun center
Loudoun County Administrator Given Patriot Award
Prince William
State of Our Schools: Prince William County Reports Record Graduation Rate
All Three Major Credit Agencies Reaffirm Prince William County’s Triple-AAA Bond Ratings
City of Manassas Schools Explores Student Health Clinic as Second Request for Providers Closes
Fredericksburg police confirm infant’s death at Mary’s Shelter
Basement Fire Displaces Family of Five and Their Dog in Catharpin
Detour for I-95 northbound closure in Stafford County
Manassas City Schools Seek Public Input On 2027-28 Academic Calendar
Longtime FCPS educator Emma Brown slated to lead Hugh Mercer Elementary School
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