Fairfax police warned prosecutors about repeat offender months before deadly bus stop stabbing

Emails obtained by FOX show Fairfax County police raised concerns in November 2025 about Abdul Jalloh’s release from custody, warning he could “maliciously wound (or worse)" again months before he was charged in a deadly bus stop stabbing.

Fairfax County police warned prosecutors about man now accused of stabbing woman to death
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Internal emails show Fairfax County police commanders warned months before a man now charged in a deadly bus stop stabbing was released from custody, raising concerns he would "maliciously wound (or worse)" again. FOX 5's Katie Barlow has the details. 

Virginia man facing third DUI after police chase ends in crash

Police said that after they stopped Michael Joliffe, he sped off and crashed his car into a fence about a mile away.

Family of victim in Fredericksburg road rage stabbing speaks out
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FOX 5 spoke with the family of a woman who was stabbed after a road rage encounter in northern Virginia. They say their loved one never saw it coming. They say the victim left her home in this Fredericksburg neighborhood and returned with stab wounds to her hand and cut-up clothing. FOX 5's Tisha Lewis has more.

Fairfax County casino bill advances, heads toward Fairfax voters

Supporters of building a casino in Fairfax County took a significant step forward in Richmond after the Virginia House of Delegates voted to allow a referendum vote on plans. 

DC weather: Patchy drizzle, fog Wednesday as warm weekend nears

Patchy drizzle and areas of fog across the Washington, D.C region Wednesday will keep conditions damp and chilly with highs in the low 50s. 

E‑ZPass text message scam targeting drivers in DMV

Drivers across the D.C. region and nationwide are being warned about a growing text message scam involving fake E ZPass toll notices.

Victim advocacy groups push back on Virginia bill

A battle is brewing as victim advocacy groups push back against a bill moving through the Virginia General Assembly. What began as a proposal critics feared would weaken drunk driving laws, now appears prepared to cast a much wider net.

Virginia bill to eliminate Robert E. Lee license plates heads to Spanberger’s desk

A bill that would eliminate Virginia’s Robert E. Lee and Sons of Confederate Veterans specialty license plates is now headed to Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s desk.

Virginia named best state for immigrants in the US this year

As the Trump Administration continues its crackdown on illegal immigration across the United States, a new study is revealing the "most immigrant-friendly" states in the country.

Wells Fargo warns customers about bank imposter scams: 5 steps to protect yourself

Scammers are impersonating banks and using spoofed phone numbers to trick customers into sharing sensitive information. Wells Fargo is outlining steps to avoid becoming a victim.

VA woman accused of ramming into another car, stabbing driver in road rage incident
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A Virginia woman has been arrested after ramming another car and stabbing a driver in the hand in Fredericksburg, police say. The woman is facing several charges following the road rage incident. 

Dog killed in I-495 stabbings belonged to the suspect
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Officials say the man accused of stabbing four people on I-495 in Fairfax County, killing one, also stabbed his own dog to death. 

Wintry mix makes for a messy Tuesday morning commute

A wintry mix is making for a slow, slippery start across the region on Tuesday, and drivers are being urged to use extra caution. 

2 arrested, charged in killing outside Potomac Mills mall

Two men have been arrested in connection with last month’s fatal shooting in the parking lot of Potomac Mills mall, according to Prince William County police.

Freezing rain threat early Tuesday across the DC region

A mix of rain, sleet and freezing rain is making for a slick start to Tuesday as a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect for parts of the D.C. region.