Hayfield Secondary withdraws from Virginia football playoffs

Hayfield Secondary School’s football team has withdrawn from the Virginia Region 6C football playoffs amid an investigation into alleged recruiting violations, FCPS superintendent Michelle Reid announced Monday.

School board member demands investigation into Hayfield football recruiting

A Fairfax County School Board member is calling for a thorough investigation into allegations of improper football recruiting practices at Hayfield Secondary School. 

2 dead, 2 injured in Loudoun County crash; driver faces manslaughter charge

Alcohol is believed to be a factor in the fatal Northern Virginia crash that claimed the lives of two people and injured two others early Friday morning, according to officials. 

Robbery crew busted in Dunn Loring linked to other crimes across Virginia

Detectives have arrested four suspects after they allegedly stormed a Dunn Loring store, stealing merchandise, and threatening an employee with pepper spray before making a getaway.

Pediatric pneumonia cases near record levels in Fairfax County

Health officials in Fairfax County are warning parents as pneumonia cases among children approach record levels.

Honduran migrant arrested for rape on popular Virginia trail

A woman was allegedly raped Monday night while walking on the Washington and Old Dominion Trail, and police fear there may be additional victims. Authorities quickly arrested the suspect, who is described as a repeat offender with a troubling history.

Fairfax County high schools threaten to forfeit football games if suspended team is allowed to play

Families and students at Hayfield High School are reacting after multiple high school football coaches in Fairfax County say they’re willing to forfeit playoff games if Hayfield is allowed to play. 

Rideshare driver accused of sexually assaulting passenger in Virginia

A rideshare driver has been arrested and charged with sexually assaulting a passenger in his vehicle over the summer, authorities said.

Virginia woman speaks out after husband's 2-year battle in Peru hospital

A Fairfax wife is mourning the loss of her husband who died after nearly three years of hospitalization in Peru following a traumatic brain injury.

Thieves steal Maltipoo from Chantilly pet store

Fairfax County police are asking for the public's assistance in identifying two suspects who stole a female Maltipoo from a Chantilly pet store.

Police turn to community for leads on Tysons Exxon robbery suspect

Fairfax County Police are asking for the public's assistance in identifying a man who allegedly robbed a gas station near Tysons Corner Center at gunpoint last month.

Street racing in Virginia brings big money and big risks, police warn

Street racing in the DMV area is turning into a high-stakes, money-making venture as social media influencers and organizations profit from viral posts showcasing these illegal events.