Personal info appears on dark web after Fairfax County schools hack

 Officials at Fairfax County Public Schools say that personal information gleaned from a ransomware attack last month has now been posted online.

School board expresses support for changes to part of Thomas Jefferson High's admissions process

The Fairfax County School Board has expressed support for eliminating an admissions exam and application fee at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, a portion of a broader plan to boost Black and Latino enrollment at the elite school.

Reston man arrested in Silver Line attempted rape case

A Reston man is facing charges after he allegedly tried to rape a woman who was alone on a Silver Line car with her child Tuesday night.

Metro police looking for suspect in alleged Silver Line attempted rape

Metro Transit Police are looking for a suspect who they say attacked a woman in front of her child on a Silver Line train in Northern Virginia Tuesday evening.

Fairfax County teachers weighing return to classroom
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Hundreds of teachers in Fairfax County are facing a difficult choice – either return to school, or accept unpaid leave of absence or retirement.

Virginia rape suspect may have other victims, Fairfax County police say

A Northern Virginia 18-year-old accused of raping a juvenile victim he allegedly lured using social media was already under investigation in Prince William’s County when Fairfax County police arrested him, according to the authorities.

No charges for Virginia State Trooper who used forceful words, actions during traffic stop

Prosecutors in Fairfax County have opted against filing criminal charges against a Virginia State Police trooper who played to the camera as he forcefully removed a Black motorist from his car during a traffic stop.

Northern Virginia recreation centers being transformed into classrooms

In Northern Virginia, recreation centers are being transformed into classrooms – providing a place for students to engage in distance learning while their parents work.

Fairfax County firefighter charged with assault following altercation with patient

A Fairfax County firefighter has been charged with assault following an altercation that police say happened when a patient was being transported to a local hospital on September 14. 

Fairfax County schools defending $20K presentation from anti-racism scholar

The Fairfax County school district is defending its decision to pay $20,000 for an author who spoke to its administration and school leaders about racism for one hour.

Some Fairfax County residents challenge school speaker's 20K price tag
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The Fairfax County school district is defending its decision to pay 20,000 dollars for an author who spoke to its administration and school leaders about racism for one hour.