Comedian Joe Clair shares life story in new FOX Local documentary

Joe Clair, also known by the nickname "Joe Cleezy," is a D.C. native, veteran host, entertainer, radio personality and well-known comedian in the DMV. 

Judge issues order keeping Confederate memorial at Arlington Cemetery for now

A federal judge on Monday issued a temporary restraining order barring removal of a memorial to Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery.

Rain, wind, flooding concerns across DC region Monday

Following a soaking rain on Sunday and into the overnight hours, a soggy and windy Monday is bringing flooding concerns and is creating a hazardous morning drive for commuters across the D.C. region.

Arlington residents could be taxed hundreds based on how much grass is on their property

Residents in Arlington are responding to a potential proposal that would levy fees based on the amount of hard surfaces on their properties, encompassing driveways, walkways, rooftops, and more. 

Mother of 6-year-old who shot teacher in Virginia gets 2 years in prison for child neglect

The mother of a 6-year-old who shot his teacher in Virginia was sentenced Friday to two years in prison for felony child neglect, nearly a year after her son used her gun to critically wound the educator.

Virginia lawmakers weigh in on possibility of new Monumental Sports stadium in Potomac Yard

Just a day after the big announcement that the Capitals and Wizards are moving to Alexandria, some area lawmakers are raising questions about aspects of the plan – namely, transportation. 

Youngkin pledges to seek mental health legislation in honor of Irvo Otieno

Virginia families would have the right to be near a relative who is having a medical, mental health or substance-use emergency, and that person could be given previously prescribed medications, under legislation Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin said Thursday he’ll pursue in the coming year.

Community member finds pit bull fatally stabbed in Centreville neighborhood

Authorities are asking community members to review home surveillance footage after a pit bull was found stabbed to death in a Centreville neighborhood.

Virginia students treated after eating gummies from bag with fentanyl residue, sheriff's office says

A group of Virginia elementary school students sought medical attention Tuesday after eating gummy bears from a bag that contained residue that tested positive for fentanyl, according to the county sheriff’s office.

Supporters, opponents gather for public hearing on Prince William County data centers

Supporters and opponents of the Prince William Digital Gateway project gathered in Woodbridge on Tuesday for a public hearing as the controversial plan to build data centers in the region moves forward.

Capitals, Wizards owner, Youngkin, announce plans to move teams to Virginia

Monumental Sports & Entertainment CEO Ted Leonsis, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin, and other local leaders announced Wednesday an ambitious plan for a public-private partnership that would relocate the NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals from D.C. to a newly proposed entertainment district in Alexandria's Potomac Yard.