Former LCPS Superintendent Scott Ziegler will be paid full salary for next year after fired by board

Former Loudoun County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Scott Ziegler will be paid his full salary for the next year after he was fired following the release of a scathing grand jury report on how the district handled two sexual assaults by the same student.

LCPS Superintendent Scott Ziegler fired by school board

The grand jury report revealed Monday that the school district looked out for its own interests instead of what was best for the students. It outlined how the school system “failed at every juncture."

Speed camera pilot program approved in Fairfax County

New speed cameras are on the way to Fairfax County after a vote Tuesday by the Board of Supervisors. 

New HOV-3 rules in effect on I-66 Express Lanes

Drivers may have noticed another major change on I-66 in northern Virginia this week.

UVA awards posthumous degrees to football players killed in shooting

The University of Virginia is awarding undergraduate degrees to the three students killed on campus during the Nov. 13 shooting.

3 students arrested after brawl inside Alexandria City High School

Three students have been arrested after the massive fight inside Alexandria City High School, and as a precaution, officers from the Alexandria Police Department were at the school Tuesday.

FOX 5's Guide to Holiday Events in DC, Maryland and Virginia

If you're looking for fun and festive events to take part in with friends and family this holiday season in DC, Maryland and Virginia…FOX 5 has you covered! 

Holiday Shipping Deadlines 2022: USPS, FedEx, UPS important dates to remember

If you are shipping cards and gifts for Hanukkah (Dec. 18–Dec. 26), Christmas (Dec. 25), Kwanzaa (Dec. 26–Jan. 1), or other holidays – here are some important 2022 holiday shipping deadlines for you to remember from USPS, FedEx, and UPS!

1 dead in 2-vehicle crash in Fairfax County

Authorities say one person is dead after a two-vehicle crash in Fairfax County.

PUSH Academy helping create young soccer stars in Arlington

The FIFA World Cup is all about bringing people together from all over the world through the beautiful game. Young kids and teens are also taking notes from some of their favorite players in the hopes of one day being able to play on a world stage just like them.

Mom sues Fairfax Commonwealth's attorney after child sex crimes plea deal

A federal lawsuit has been filed against Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano after a plea deal in a child sex crimes case.

Fredericksburg restaurant raided by Virginia ABC for illegally serving alcohol

The owner of Gourmeltz says he’s not done fighting, just days after his business was raided by the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority.

Nearly 350 antisemitic acts in Virginia so far in 2022

In 2022 so far, Virginia has seen nearly 350 reports of antisemitic acts, according to a report from the Commission to Combat Antisemitism. 

Virginia elementary school to host 'After School Satan Club'

A Chesapeake, Virginia, elementary school, later this month, will have a new offering for students called the After School Satan Club. 

Flu cases rising across DC region

Flu and COVID-19 cases are rising around the country and across the D.C. region - causing concern among local and national leaders.

Suspected drunk driver hits teen with vehicle in Stafford

Police arrested a Woodbridge woman they say was driving while drunk when she struck a teen with her vehicle Saturday night in Stafford, Virginia.

Horse rescued from swimming pool at Virginia home

An 1,800 pound horse named Juliet was rescued after she fell into a swimming pool last week at a home in Frederick County, Virginia.