Arlington Public Library says increase in attempts to ban books is a real concern

New data released from the American Library Association says there have been 1,269 attempts to censor books or other library materials in 2022. That's almost double the number from the year before. 

Virginia Supreme Court strikes down revised Fairfax County zoning law

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is going back to the drawing board after the Virginia Supreme Court struck down a newly revised zoning ordinances.

8 injured after fire truck crashes on Richmond Highway

Eight people have been hospitalized after a fire truck and three other vehicles were involved in a collision on Richmond Highway.

P.E. teacher turns herself in after 'inappropriate contact' with student

A middle school P.E. teacher and a high school teacher's aide are both behind bars after an investigation recently revealed both Frederick County Public Schools employees had "inappropriate contact" with students. 

New Metro fare proposal could change how much you pay to ride

A new proposal could change how much you pay to ride Metro. Officials are calling it fare simplification where some people may pay more and some less.

Fairfax Co. Police fire officer involved in deadly shooting outside Tysons Corner Center

Fairfax County Police announced on Thursday that one of the officers involved in the deadly shooting of a man alleged to have stole a pair of sunglasses from a store at Tysons Corner Center in February has been fired.

'Missing Middle' housing plan approved in Arlington

Arlington ended single-family-only-zoning on Wednesday as the county board approved the “Missing Middle" housing reform

LCPS hopes to 'reestablish trust' with community listening sessions

Officials with Loudoun County Public Schools said they hope a series of community listening sessions help them rebuild trust within the community.

IKEA coming to Pentagon City with smaller format store

IKEA announced Wednesday that a new small format store is set to open this summer in Pentagon Centre. 

Arlington County leaders expected to vote on 'Missing Middle' proposal

A controversial vote is happening Wednesday in Arlington were County leaders are expected to take up the 'Missing Middle' proposal.

6-year-old Stafford County sisters safely located; mother in custody

Two 6-year-old sisters have been safely located after authorities say they were abducted by their mother Tuesday afternoon from their Stafford County elementary school.