New Conviction Integrity Unit to review felony cases in Fairfax County
Imagine spending years in prison for a crime you didn’t commit. Fairfax County is taking a big step to prevent that from happening by launching its first-ever Conviction Integrity Unit, a new effort to review possible wrongful felony convictions.
Music teacher accused of sexually assaulting 2 young girls in Fairfax County
A music teacher in Fairfax County is accused of sexually assaulting a 10 and 11-year-old girl.
Valentine's Day Deals: Fairfax Circuit Court is footing the bill for your wedding
The Fairfax Circuit Court is footing the bill for your wedding, all in the name of love.
Springfield man arrested for attempting to abduct, sexually assault woman: police
A 30-year-old man was arrested in Springfield after police say he abducted a woman and attempted to sexually assault her.
Tysons casino proposal passes in Virginia Senate
A controversial casino in Tyson's is one step closer to becoming reality after the Virginia Senate approved the proposal on Tuesday.
Body-worn camera video shows 16-year-old suspect stab Fairfax County police officer
A 16-year-old is in custody in Fairfax County, accused of stabbing a police officer in a violent confrontation on Monday.
Iconic barn at Cox Farms burns down in early morning fire
An investigation is underway after an iconic staple at Cox Farms is gone after a fire broke out early Sunday morning.
Police officer stabbed outside restaurant in Virginia; suspect arrested
A Fairfax County police officer was stabbed Monday while responding to a call about a suspicious person, authorities said.
Fairfax County substitute teacher arrested after assaulting student: police
A substitute teacher in Fairfax County has been arrested for assaulting a student.
Alexandria man shoots, kills girlfriend's companion dog: police
An Alexandria man has been arrested and charged with animal cruelty-felony, and reckless handling of a firearm-misdemeanor.
DC plane crash: Fairfax County mourns loss of members of the FCPS family aboard fight 5342
Members of the Fairfax County Public Schools were on the plane that collided with an Army helicopter over the Potomac River Wednesday night, according to school officials.
30-year-old Minnesota man arrested in northern Virginia after traveling to meet with teen
A Minnesota man is in custody, accused of driving to northern Virginia to solicit sex from a minor he met on TikTok.
Virginia lawmakers cracking down on high school sports recruitment practices
Lawmakers in Virginia are cracking down on controversial recruitment tactics when it comes to high school athletics following the Hayfield football scandal in Fairfax County.
Virginia homeowner shoots intruder during attempted break-in
A Fairfax County homeowner shot a man attempting to break into his home early Wednesday morning, authorities said.
Maryland man convicted after being in possession of cocaine hidden in desserts at IAD: police
A Maryland man has been convicted on charges of possession with intent to distribute cocaine.
Edison HS basketball coach suspended for allegedly letting unenrolled students play on team
The varsity boys basketball coach at Thomas Edison High School has been suspended after it was discovered that several athletes who played in a tournament were not enrolled at the school.
Man accused in 8 peeping Tom incidents in Fairfax County neighborhood arrested
The suspect in a series of peeping Tom incidents in Fairfax County has been arrested, police say.
2 men dead after vehicle drives into Chantilly pond: police
A vehicle drove into a pond in Chantilly, leaving two people dead Thursday morning.
Casino in Tysons? New proposal has critics and supporters speaking out
A proposed casino and entertainment complex in Tysons Corner is moving one step closer to reality as new renderings and legislation spark fresh debate.
Search continues for Fairfax hit-and-run driver who fled into storm drain to escape police
Police are continuing to search for a man who fled into a storm drain after reportedly causing multiple hit-and-run crashes on I-495 Monday afternoon, leading to an hours-long manhunt that involved drones, rescue teams, and officers scouring a nearby neighborhood.