Former Virginia governor reflects on Washington football team's foiled move to Potomac Yard

"It’s a great day, and I’m really relieved," Capitals and Wizards owner Ted Leonsis said at a Wednesday evening press conference, flanked by District Mayor Muriel Bowser and Council Chairman Phil Mendelson.

Virginia arena deal looks grim after legislature passes budget deal that doesn’t include funds

The next few weeks will be telling about the true fate of a sports arena in Virginia. Publicly, prospects for an arena deal look grim after the legislature passed a budget that doesn’t include money to facilitate an arena move.

Grenade found in Fairfax County shopping center

Authorities responded to a shopping center in Fairfax County to investigate the report of a grenade. 

City of Alexandria working to control flooding issues

The City of Alexandria has always contended with stormwater management issues, dedicating resources and dollars to try and mitigate what they can.

Alexandria teacher wins $25,000 Milken Educator Award

Eva Irwin, an English teacher at Alexandria City High School, won the Milken Educator Award – often referred to as the “Oscar of Teaching.” 

Women’s History Month to be celebrated at Metropolitan School of the Arts in Alexandria

On Wednesday, FOX 5’s Field Trip took our Stephanie Ramirez to the Metropolitan School of the Arts in Alexandria, Virginia, where some 40 young performers are gearing up for a big show this weekend to mark Women’s History Month. 

Alexandria Republicans oppose Potomac Yard plan

Some Virginia Republicans are coming out against plans to move the Washington Wizards and Capitals to Potomac Yard.

Workers union is latest roadblock for Monumental Sports move to Potomac Yard

Another roadblock has come up in the plans to build a new home for the Capitals and Wizards in northern Virginia. This time, it's labor unions crying foul.  

Overnight sex assault under investigation in Alexandria

For the second time this month, police in Alexandria are investigating a late-night sexual assault with a woman being attacked by a stranger. 

Virginia Senator Lucas rejects arena funding bill: 'Dead on arrival'

The monumental battle continues. In the coming weeks, lawmakers in Virginia will decide on the future home for the Washington Wizards and Capitals.