Arlington Public Schools considers updates to classroom phone and AI policies

Arlington Public Schools is moving to update its rules on student cell phone use and classroom technology, including artificial intelligence, after a Virginia law passed with broad support prohibiting phone use "bell to bell."

Virginia man charged after allegedly pulling gun, impersonating officer

A Virginia man is facing multiple charges after police say he brandished a firearm, claimed he was a police officer and asked a driver for a ride in Woodbridge.

Former Maryland police officer, DC man arrested in Virginia auto fraud case

A former Prince George’s County police officer and a D.C. man were arrested in connection with a Virginia auto fraud case, Arlington police said.

Northern Virginia residents face higher electric bills this summer

Energy costs for families across Northern Virginia are rising this summer, leaving many residents searching for answers as they feel the strain on their wallets.

Virginia teens rescue family after kayaks capsize on Lake Culpeper

Three Eastern View High School students are being credited with saving a family after their kayaks capsized on Lake Culpeper.

DC weather: Sun and clouds Thursday, highs in the mid-80s

A mix of sun and clouds across the Washington, D.C. region Thursday with highs in the mid‑80s. Morning temperatures began in the upper 60s to low 70s with a noticeable drop in humidity, which is an unusual but welcome break for late July.

Arlington Public Schools developing new policy on AI use in classrooms, Arlington Now reports

Arlington Public Schools leaders are developing a new policy to address the use of artificial intelligence and other technologies in the classroom, according to a report by Arlington Now.

Motion for competency evaluation granted for Eric Bieniemy’s son in mother’s shooting

A Loudoun County judge on Thursday granted a motion for a competency evaluation for Elijah Zion Bieniemy, the son of former Washington Commanders coach Eric Bieniemy, who is facing charges in the shooting of his mother.

University says gunman's terrorism-related history was unknown before campus attack

A report released this week found that law enforcement officials did not inform Old Dominion University of a student’s terrorism-related criminal history before he began shooting at the Virginia campus. 

Rural mail carrier arrested in Culpeper County mail‑theft investigation

A rural mail carrier in Culpeper County was arrested after investigators say gift cards and other items of value were removed from mail along her delivery route and the opened envelopes were discarded afterward.

Cleanup continues after storm system slams parts of DC, Maryland and Virginia

Thousands of customers remain without power Wednesday morning after storms ripped through the Washington, D.C. region on Tuesday, knocking down trees, damaging homes and causing other issues across the area.

Richmond couple shot while celebrating 31st anniversary

What was supposed to be a joyous anniversary celebration turned into a nightmare for a Richmond couple who were shot multiple times while driving to dinner.

Wife of Chiefs assistant Eric Bieniemy shot twice by son inside Virginia home, court documents say

The son of Chiefs assistant coach Eric Bieniemy has been arrested after allegedly shooting his mother, Mia Bieniemy, inside the family’s home in Ashburn, Virginia, according to court documents.

DC weather: Showers, storms likely Tuesday as severe weather threatens region

Showers and thunderstorms are likely across the Washington, D.C. area Tuesday as unsettled weather moves in through the afternoon and evening.