Fairfax County police launch summer traffic safety push

Fairfax County police are launching a summer traffic safety push aimed at cracking down on dangerous driving behaviors from how motorists handle the wheel to how loud their vehicles sound.

Fairfax County police launch major crackdown on dangerous driving

Fairfax County police are launching a major crackdown on dangerous driving this month, putting extra officers on the streets to target everything from speeding to loud exhausts.

Review backs FCPS handling of student convicted of groping Fairfax High girls

An external investigation and safety review found Fairfax County Public Schools acted promptly and appropriately regarding a student convicted of groping girls inside Fairfax High School.

Fairfax County police search for vehicle after deadly hit‑and‑run

Fairfax County police are investigating a fatal hit‑and‑run after a man was struck at Arlington Boulevard and Patrick Henry Drive in Seven Corners.

Fairfax Boy Scout troop rescued after river flooding

A Fairfax-based Boy Scout troop was rescued Saturday after rapidly rising floodwaters stranded 24 scouts during a river trip in West Virginia. 

Former cop charged with soliciting a minor was mental health associate at special needs school

Lawrence Lofzewski was charged with three counts of soliciting a minor, and previously served with the Metropolitan Police Department and the Arlington County Police Department.

Nearly $10K in LEGO, merchandise stolen from Fairfax County stores, police say

Authorities have charged two suspects accused of stealing nearly $10,000 worth of merchandise, including LEGO sets, small appliances and clothing, from multiple stores across Fairfax County.

Deadly crash in Oakton leaves 2 adults dead, 2 kids injured

Two adults were killed, and two children injured in a single-vehicle crash in Oakton early Sunday morning, according to Fairfax County police.  

FCPS budget hearing focuses on closing $28 million gap

Fairfax County Public Schools is working to close a $28 million budget gap for the next fiscal year.

DOJ opens investigation into Fairfax County prosecutor

The Justice Department has launched a formal investigation into Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano over policies in his office involving criminal cases tied to non‑citizens.

Herndon moves to block casino development; land dispute emerges

A legal fight is taking shape in Herndon after town leaders moved to block a proposed casino near downtown, raising new questions about who controls the land and what happens next.

Fairfax County police seek help reuniting 2 missing dogs with family

Fairfax City police are asking for the public’s help in reuniting two missing dogs found over the weekend with their owners.

New Fairfax County high school boundary map sparks frustration

Fairfax County parents are facing another round of school boundary changes just months after the district’s first major overhaul in 40 years.