New law proposed after Fairfax Co. counselor convicted of sex crime kept job

A Fairfax County guidance counselor kept his job after being convicted of sex crimes. Now, a new law in Virginia could prevent that from ever happening again.

Llama on the loose in Fairfax County, VA reunited with owner

A llama found loose in Fairfax County on Tuesday has been reunited with its owner, according to the Fairfax County Animal Shelter.

Massive fire engulfs Fairfax County home

A massive fire engulfed a home in Fairfax County early Tuesday sending smoke and flames shooting out of all sides of the structure.

Teenager charged after chase through Tysons Corner Center: police

A 16-year-old from Centreville, Virginia has been charged after police say he brought a gun to Tysons Corner Center Mall Sunday night. 

DNA links man to second sexual assault offense

Police have connected a 42-year-old man who is already being held on child sexual exploitation charges in Tennessee to another sexual assault. 

Rape victim says she's 'disgusted' after her accused rapist walked free

A man accused of raping an 11-year-old girl in Fairfax County is free after the prosecution failed to submit their evidence on time. 

PHOTOS: 25 puppies born at Homeward Trails animal shelter this week

A whopping 25 puppies were born this week at Homeward Trails animal shelter, setting a new record for dogs born in a week at the rescue. 

Fairfax County Police release body-camera footage from in-custody death

Fairfax County Police have released body-camera footage from an in-custody death that occurred in the Franconia District in November.

McLean residents blame police shortage for ongoing neighborhood crime

Residents in a Fairfax County neighborhood are speaking out after ongoing crime, including home burglaries and break-ins, in the area.

Speed camera pilot program approved in Fairfax County

New speed cameras are on the way to Fairfax County after a vote Tuesday by the Board of Supervisors. 

1 dead in 2-vehicle crash in Fairfax County

Authorities say one person is dead after a two-vehicle crash in Fairfax County.

Mom sues Fairfax Commonwealth's attorney after child sex crimes plea deal

A federal lawsuit has been filed against Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano after a plea deal in a child sex crimes case.