Second time capsule found during removal of Robert E. Lee statue in Richmond to be opened

Crews wrapping up the removal Monday of a giant pedestal that once held a statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee in Richmond found what appeared to be a second and long-sought-after time capsule, Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam said.

Veteran thanks firefighters who rescued 4 dogs from Loudoun County house fire

A veteran in Loudoun County lost his belongings in a house fire but is grateful for the firefighters who saved the lives of his four furry friends.

Virginia Governor-elect Glenn Youngkin talks education, COVID-19

In his first sitdown interview with a regional station since Election Day, Virginia Governor-elect Glenn Youngkin joins FOX 5 to discuss his plans for the Commonwealth in 2022 and beyond.

10 men arrested in Fairfax County for attempting to solicit sex from minors

Fairfax County Police have arrested 10 men over the past two weeks through online sting operations that sought to identify and apprehend predators who use the internet to exploit children.

Holiday sweets at Goodies Frozen Custard & Treats
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Erin Como learned about holiday treats in Old Town Alexandria at Goodies Frozen Custard and Treats.

Virginia State Police trooper struck by impaired driver during traffic stop

A Virginia State Police trooper and the individuals he stopped for speeding narrowly escaped injury Wednesday night when their vehicles were struck by an impaired driver in Fairfax County. 

Time capsule hidden beneath Robert E. Lee statue in Richmond opened after 130 years

A rust-colored 1875 almanac, a cloth envelope and a silver coin were found Wednesday in a time capsule that lay hidden beneath a towering statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee in Virginia for more than 130 years.

School districts across DMV uncertain about returning to in-person learning after holidays

As winter break begins for many families across the DMV, parents and students are already wondering if they will return to virtual or in-person learning in the new year amid a spike in COVID-19 cases.  

Lawsuit claims Fairfax County police officers protected sex trafficking ring

The lawsuit also names the former Fairfax County Police chief, Ed Roessler, as a defendant, alleging that he helped cover up for the officers when another detective’s work threatened to expose their wrongdoing.

SHOPPING CART KILLER: 4th victim of alleged Virginia serial killer could be missing CA woman

A woman who traveled from California to tour the sites in the nation's capital this summer could be a possible fourth victim of a man police in Fairfax County say is a serial murderer they call the 'Shopping Cart Killer.'

134-year-old time capsule possibly found in base of removed Robert E. Lee statue

The 1887 time capsule, believed to be found buried in the pedestal under the Robert E. Lee statue in Richmond, is believed to contain Confederate artifacts.

Rapid COVID-19 tests in low supply, high demand as cases rise across DMV

Finding a rapid, at-home COVID-19 test has become nearly impossible in the DMV. Regionally, the sought-after test kits have sold out, leaving store shelves empty, but that hasn't dampened demand.