Court docs shed new light on botched Fairfax Co. sex crimes case

Court transcripts reveal new details about why a man who confessed to molesting a child was offered a plea deal in Fairfax County. 

Man charged with murdering his dad has mental health issues, family says

A northern Virginia son accused of killing his own father was charged with second-degree murder Thursday inside a Fairfax County court. 

Pivotal race for Virginia's 7th Congressional district heats up

There are 40 days until Election Day, and one of the most important Congressional races in the 2022 midterms is happening in Virginia.  We’re talking about the 7th Congressional District.

Woman arrested for robbing beauty store in Prince William County

A woman is in custody accused of robbing a beauty supply store in Prince William County, as police continue the search for two other suspects in the case.

DC prepares as remnants of Hurricane Ian expected into weekend

Washington, D.C. is preparing for the remnants of Hurricane Ian as it aims for the Atlantic Coast as a tropical storm.

Virginia Gov. Youngkin declares state of emergency as remnants of Hurricane Ian eye coast

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency Wednesday as remnants of Hurricane Ian move up the Atlantic Coast and take aim for a weekend arrival as a tropical storm.

Son charged with murder of his father in Fairfax County

A 36-year-old son in Fairfax County is in custody accused of killing his 82-year-old father, according to police.

Virginia drug lord sentenced for selling prescription oxycodone for a decade

A Front Royal woman who acted as the ringleader of a decade-long oxycodone distribution network was sentenced Wednesday to seven years in prison.

Man walking in roadway struck, killed by vehicle in Manassas: police

Police say a 63-year-old man was walking in the roadway when he was struck and killed Tuesday night in Prince William County.

Fairfax Co. Public Schools counselor investigation exposes widespread problems

An investigation into why a sex offender was able to continue working as a middle school guidance counselor has uncovered serious issues in Virginia’s largest school district.

Arlington Public Schools limits attendance at athletic events

Arlington County recently notified parents of some changes that will make it hard for students to attend games of schools they don’t attend.             

Chamberlain University steps in to help Stratford University nursing students

Hundreds of nursing students set to graduate from Stratford University may receive help from Chamberlain University since Stratford is closing its doors this week.

Aspiring model paralyzed in deadly car crash on birthday

Diamond “Donna” Jonise is also a mental health advocate after suffering from depression in high school.

What to know about new Covid variants
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George Mason University professor, researcher and infectious disease expert Dr. Amira Roess joins Fox 5 DC to go over the new Covid variants and risks.

Arlington County to consider ranked choice voting method for 2023 election

One Northern Virginia county is considering a ranked choice voting method to count ballots for its Board of Supervisors election in 2023.

Search for Bailey's Crossroads shooter underway

The search is on for a shooter in Fairfax County who is responsible for damaging several cars and putting many people in danger.