New program tests delivering medications via drone in rural Virginia

A new, innovative method of delivering medication to rural areas and hard to reach locations has been launched in Virginia. 

Missing Virginia couple were likely thrown overboard in the Caribbean, police say

An older U.S. couple whose catamaran was hijacked last week in the Caribbean by three escaped prisoners were likely thrown into the ocean and died, police in Grenada said Monday.

Sterling house explosion caused by leaking 500-gallon propane tank; damage costs $2.5M

Investigators announced Friday that they have finished their on-site investigation, one week after a home exploded in Loudoun County, killing one firefighter and injuring many more.

Honduran man in Virginia illegally now facing child pornography charges

Fairfax authorities have charged a man with multiple counts of child pornography, along with unlawful filming or photographing of minors.

Fairfax Connector bus service remains suspended Friday as strike continues

Fairfax Connector bus service remains suspended Friday as the union that represents the operators and mechanics continues their strike into a second day.

DCist shutdown, WAMU moves forward with local news and programming

Local news site DCist shut down after covering news, city politics, arts, events, culture, and curiosities in Washington, D.C. for over six years. 

Workers union is latest roadblock for Monumental Sports move to Potomac Yard

Another roadblock has come up in the plans to build a new home for the Capitals and Wizards in northern Virginia. This time, it's labor unions crying foul.  

Drivers question if ongoing construction could be the cause of flat tires near I-495 near Tyson’s Corner

After several flat tires in a 24-hour period, FOX 5 is searching for answers on whether road debris from ongoing construction could be behind a string of flat tires on I-495 near Tyson’s Corner.

Meteor spotted in DC, Maryland, and Virginia skies Wednesday

Hundreds up and down the East Coast, including many in the D.C. region, reported seeing a meteor flash across the sky Wednesday.

Fairfax Connector service suspended after workers strike

If you planned to use the Fairfax Connector bus on Thursday or Friday morning, prepare for service disruptions as the union that represents the operators and mechanics has gone on strike.

Overnight sex assault under investigation in Alexandria

For the second time this month, police in Alexandria are investigating a late-night sexual assault with a woman being attacked by a stranger. 

Virginia Senator Lucas rejects arena funding bill: 'Dead on arrival'

The monumental battle continues. In the coming weeks, lawmakers in Virginia will decide on the future home for the Washington Wizards and Capitals.

Retailers across DMV search for solutions to combat rampant theft

From the city to the suburbs, retailers across the DMV are dealing with thieves coming into stores and stealing items, often with no consequences.