Hegseth censures Sen. Mark Kelly after 'illegal orders' video

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Monday that a letter of censure has been issued to U.S. Senator Mark Kelly over the Arizona lawmaker's participation in a video that called on troops to “refuse illegal orders."

Nicolás Maduro pleads not guilty in NYC court

The capture of Nicolás Maduro represents one of the most aggressive actions taken by the United States against a sitting foreign leader in decades.

Fort Worth woman kills uncle after he told her to start cooking: affidavit

The woman reportedly confessed to the stabbing, telling police she was angry with her uncle for locking her out of the house and telling her she needed to start cooking.

Fairfax County meals tax goes into effect on Jan. 1

If you're planning on eating out in Fairfax County, your bill may be more expensive starting on Jan. 1. 

Virginia state trooper injured in Beltway crash following pursuit

A Virginia State Police trooper was injured in a crash during a pursuit on Interstate 495 Sunday afternoon, according to the Virginia State Police.

Flu cases surging in northern Virginia, health officials say

Get the flu shot, wash your hands and stay home if you’re sick — that’s the message coming from Virginia’s Health Department as data shows flu cases soaring in northern Virginia.

Kim Jong Un tours weapons factory as North Korea fires ballistic missiles
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was seen touring a munitions factory, according to state media, as the country continues to test and expand its weapons capabilities. The Korean Central News Agency reported that Kim inspected a tactical guided weapons facility and called for increased production of aerial weapons. Images released by state media show him examining what appear to be short-range tactical guided missiles, typically designed for battlefield use against moving targets such as tanks. The visit comes as North Korea launched ballistic missiles off its east coast, a move that drew renewed international attention amid rising regional tensions.

Celebrations in Chile, Colombia follow Maduro’s removal
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Officials say Nicolas Maduro has been captured and removed from Venezuela — but the fallout is growing. In this report, we break down what happened, why critics say the action was illegal without congressional approval, and what may come next for Venezuela’s leadership.

Three men killed in overnight shooting outside banquet hall on Saint Barnabas Road
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Three adult men were pronounced dead after a shooting early Saturday morning in Prince George’s County. Police say the shooting occurred in the parking lot of a banquet hall, where officers found three adult male victims. All three men were pronounced dead at the scene.

Expert discusses legal authority, precedent after Maduro captured and brought to US
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As questions grow over the United States’ actions in Venezuela, a legal expert weighs in on the administration’s authority and the implications moving forward. Kenneth Gray, a professor at the University of New Haven’s College of Criminal Justice, told FOX that the operation that led to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s capture and transfer to the United States should be viewed as a law enforcement action — not an act of war — because it stemmed from an existing U.S. indictment. Gray said the arrest did not require congressional approval, arguing that the use of military assistance in a law enforcement operation has historical precedent, including the 1989 capture of Panama’s Manuel Noriega.

Protests form in DC after Maduro captured in Venezuela operation; Trump says US will ‘run’ country
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Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro arrived in the United States on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, after U.S. forces carried out overnight strikes in Venezuela and captured him and his wife, according to U.S. officials and President Donald Trump. Trump said the United States would temporarily “run” Venezuela during what he described as a transition, comments that drew immediate debate over U.S. involvement and Congress’ role in authorizing military action.