Virginia man sentenced to life in prison for federal hate crime shooting at Sheetz

A Virginia man will spend the rest of his life in prison after a shooting at a Sheetz gas station in Spotsylvania County that federal prosecutors say was motivated by hate.

Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Work underway to restart after historic disruption

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history is officially over, at least on paper. For many Americans, the fallout from the shutdown lingers as restoring government operations won’t happen overnight.

FCPS installing weapons detectors at football games

Fairfax County is installing weapons detectors at high school football games. The extra precautions follow several violent incidents at local games around the D.C. region.

Government Shutdown 2025 Update: More flights canceled; bill to end shutdown sent to House

Air travelers faced mounting frustration Tuesday as airports cut more flights to meet new FAA targets during the ongoing government shutdown. Meanwhile, the Senate passed legislation to reopen the government, but the 42-day shutdown will continue until the House returns from recess to vote on the deal.

First snow of season hits western Maryland

The first snow of the season arrived Monday in western Maryland, while parts of the Midwest and Northeast dealt with heavier lake-effect conditions.

Northern lights in DC tonight: Aurora borealis forecast calls for possible return Wednesday

It wasn’t your imagination! That faint glow in the night sky over parts of the DMV wasn’t the city lights. The northern lights made a surprise visit Tuesday night, thanks to a powerful geomagnetic storm - and sky watchers may get one more shot to see them Wednesday night.

Flames engulf Fairfax County home

Firefighters battled a blaze that tore through a home in Vienna on Thursday.

Puppies abandoned near railroad tracks in Fauquier County reunited with mother

The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office said the six newborn puppies found abandoned near railroad tracks in Bealeton have been reunited with their mother.

Arlington County asks residents for feedback on sidewalk signs

Arlington County wants to know how residents feel about signs in public spaces as officials consider new ordinances.

495 Express Lanes extension to open ahead of holiday travel

Northern Virginia drivers will get some relief just in time for Thanksgiving. The new 495 Express Lanes extension is set to open Saturday, Nov. 22 ahead of the holiday travel rush.

Puppies abandoned near railroad tracks in Fauquier County

The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help after six newborn puppies were found abandoned near railroad tracks in Bealeton.

18 passengers being evaluated after people mover hits dock at Dulles Airport

A mobile lounge transporting passengers to Concourse D at Dulles Airport struck the dock at an angle on Monday afternoon, injuring 18 people.

Arlington man arrested after firing air pistol from apartment window, injuring 2: police

Arlington County police have arrested a man accused of injuring at least two people and damaging three cars by shooting an air pistol out of his apartment building.