Brendan Banfield convicted: What’s next for au pair Juliana Magalhães?

Juliana Magalhães, the au pair, pleaded guilty to manslaughter in 2024 and testified against Banfield. She is scheduled to be sentenced Friday, Feb. 13.

School closings, delays in DC, Maryland, Virginia for Tuesday, February 3

Many schools across the area are operating on delays as snow and ice still coat roads. Here's the full list of closings, delays and virtual classes for Tuesday, February 3.

Snow-covered roof of Alexandria church collapses

The roof of a church in Alexandria reportedly collapsed under the weight of snow and ice from last week’s winter storm. 

Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis comments on outcome of Brendan Banfield murder tiral
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Brendan Banfield, a Virginia man accused of killing his wife and another man in an alleged scheme concocted with the family's au pair, was found guilty on all charges on Monday after a 12-day trial.  Fairfax County Police Chief joined FOX 5 in the newsroom to discuss the outcome of the trial and the investigation. 

DC snow forecast: Winter weather possible by midweek

The Washington, D.C. region could see more snow this week as bitter cold temperatures continue to grip the area.

Winter Storm Watch for MD beaches, southeast VA with light snow possible; cold continues in DC

January is ending on a bitter‑cold stretch, with the region enduring day after day of frigid temperatures and another round of winter weather that could bring light snow to parts of Maryland’s Eastern Shore and southeast Virginia.

Brendan Banfield murder trial: Jury deliberations to continue Monday in au pair affair case

Jury deliberations are expected to continue Monday in the murder trial for Brendan Banfield, a former IRS law‑enforcement officer turned defendant who prosecutors say had an affair with his family’s au pair and took part in a double‑murder plot to frame another man for his wife’s stabbing.

Snow, strong winds and dangerous cold continue Sunday across parts of VA, MD and DC

Snow, strong winds and dangerous cold are impacting parts of Virginia, Maryland and the District Sunday morning as a coastal storm continues to move offshore, leaving behind hazardous conditions across the region.

Man found dead near Route 29 in Fairfax County, police investigate

Police are investigating a death after an adult man was found dead near Route 29 and Rydell Road in Fairfax County, Virginia.

Weekend nor'easter forecast: What to know for Virginia, Maryland, DC

A powerful winter storm system developing offshore could impact parts of Virginia, Maryland and the District this weekend, with snow, strong winds, bitter cold and coastal flooding possible as the storm intensifies.

Teen arrested in connection with Leesburg manhole explosion
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A teen was arrested in connection to an October explosion in Leesburg that dislodged several manhole covers early in the morning. 

Teen arrested in connection with Leesburg manhole explosion

A teen was arrested in connection to an October explosion in Leesburg that dislodged several manhole covers early in the morning. 

School closings, delays in DC, Maryland, Virginia for Friday, January 30

Here are the latest snow closings and delays for Friday, January 30, following a winter storm that brought snow and ice to the Washington, D.C. area. 

FCPS admits system failures after football recruiting violations

After an investigation into improper recruiting practices, Fairfax County Public Schools says that the football programs at Hayfield Secondary School and Fairfax High School violated recruiting rules in 2024. 

DC Weather LIVE UPDATES: Dangerous cold grips DMV amid ongoing ice and snow cleanup

Dangerously cold temperatures continue to blanket the Washington, D.C. region as residents and crews work to clear ice and snow from secondary roads and neighborhoods.

Snow forecast: Winter Storm Watch issued for Maryland beaches with several inches possible

A Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Saturday morning through Sunday afternoon as a coastal storm threatens Maryland’s beaches, the Eastern Shore and parts of Virginia.