Centreville Gas Explosion: Re-entry plan released for evacuated residents

A re‑entry plan has been finalized for residents evacuated from a Centreville neighborhood after a gas explosion destroyed a home earlier this week, while crews continue working to locate and repair the leak that caused the blast.

DC weather: Friday fog and rain

A foggy, rainy start across the Washington, D.C., region Friday, with milder temperatures climbing toward 60 degrees by the afternoon.

DC, Maryland, Virginia winter weather checklist: How to prepare for snow and ice this weekend

As forecasters track a potential nor’easter that could bring snow and ice to parts of the Northeast this weekend — including Washington, D.C., Philadelphia and New York City — officials are urging residents to review their winter weather checklist and prepare for possible travel and schedule disruptions.

Arlington residents frustrated after not receiving mail for weeks

Frustration is boiling over in parts of Arlington after residents say mail delivery had been unreliable for months — before grinding to a near halt following a recent major storm.

What is a nor’easter and a bomb cyclone? How major East Coast winter storms form

After a weekend storm dumped snow across the Northeast, forecasters are again watching a system that could become a nor’easter or bomb cyclone. Here’s what those terms mean — and why this kind of storm can bring heavy snow, wind and coastal impacts.

2 measles cases confirmed in northern Virginia; VDH lists possible exposure sites

The Virginia Department of Health has confirmed two measles cases in northern Virginia and released a list of dates, times and locations where the public may have been exposed.

Some Arlington County residents say they haven't received mail for weeks
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Frustration is boiling over in Arlington after some residents say they haven’t received mail for weeks. Many are now demanding that the U.S. Postal Service take swift action to remedy the issue. FOX 5's Shirin Rajaee has the details of the ongoing issue. 

Judge grants insanity plea to man accused of murdering young CEO in Fairfax County
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A Fairfax County judge on Thursday granted an insanity plea -- in the murder of CEO Gret Glyer. The victim's family is frustrated and blames prosecutors for the outcome of the case. FOX 5's Shomari Stone reports. 

Newport News man pleads guilty to stealing nearly $63K in Social Security benefits from dead neighbor

A 62-year-old Newport News man pleaded guilty to theft of government property after prosecutors say he continued withdrawing Social Security benefits from his deceased neighbor’s bank account for personal use.

DC weather: Rain Thursday and Friday; weekend wintry mix possible

A soggy end to the week is on the way for the Washington, D.C., region as rain moves in Thursday and continues into Friday.

DC snow forecast: Weekend wintry mix possible for parts of DMV

From a mild week to a bitter wintry return, Sunday's wintry mix could bring snow lovers in the DMV one last shot. Models since midweek have been slowly hinting at the next potential winter system taking shape around Sunday. But have things changed? And will the warmer air just make it a cold rain instead?

Centreville Gas Explosion: More than 30 families remain evacuated, some return home

Some Centreville families are back home Thursday after Sunday’s gas‑leak explosion rocked a neighborhood, but more than 30 households are still waiting for the all‑clear as the investigation continues.

Loudoun County considers putting SROs in elementary schools
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The debate over school resource officers is back in the spotlight in Loudoun County. The county is set to vote on a budget that could include funds to put SROs in elementary schools. It’s a topic that’s been a hotly debated topic for years. 

11 families return to homes in Centreville neighborhood after explosion, gas leak
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The NTSB is now overseeing the investigation into a home explosion in Centreville. So far, 11 families have been permitted to return to their homes, but 35 are still displaced. FOX 5's Regina Yurrita has the details tonight. 

NTSB takes over investigation into Centreville home explosion

The National Transportation Safety Board offered comment on Wednesday for the first time since taking over the investigation into a gas leak and home explosion in a Centreville neighborhood.

NTSB continues to investigate Centreville home explosion
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The National Transportation Safety Board offered comment on Wednesday for the first time since taking over the investigation into a gas leak and home explosion in a Centreville neighborhood. FOX 5's Tisha Lewis has the latest.