Religious tutor exposed himself; zip-tied and caned victim, Prince William County police say

A Prince William County religious tutor is facing multiple charges after he allegedly exposed himself to children during online instruction and zip-tied and caned one child during a November incident, according to police.

Many cautiously optimistic one year into COVID-19 pandemic

It’s been one year since the coronavirus changed life as we knew it and now, we’re finally seeing some light at the end of the tunnel.

VCU student from Loudoun Co. dies in off-campus fraternity house

Adam Oakes, 19, of Sterling, died at an off-campus fraternity house at Virginia Commonwealth University on Saturday after what his family has described as a rush event where the teen reportedly drank a large quantity of alcohol.

Loudoun County refutes "rumor" that Dr. Seuss books were banned from public schools

Loudoun County Public Schools is addressing a "media rumor" that claims books written by Dr. Seuss were banned by the public school system, saying that is false.

Virginia to start single-dose J&J vaccinations this week

Virginia health officials say they will receive 69,000 doses of Johnson & Johnson's single-shot vaccine this upcoming week.

Virginia officer fatally shot during traffic stop

A police officer in a Virginia town was shot and killed by a driver during a traffic stop before he could get out of his patrol vehicle, authorities said.

Virginia lawmakers vote to legalize marijuana in 2024

Virginia lawmakers gave final approval Saturday to a bill that will legalize marijuana for adult recreational use, but not until 2024, when retail sales of the drug would also begin.

Most students in DC region plan to stick with virtual learning

As schools start to reopen, astounding numbers in counties across the region reveal a majority of students will be sticking with remote learning. Adelle Settle, a Prince William County Public Schools mother, explains the reasoning.

No guns allowed for fired Virginia officers charged in Capitol riot, judge says

A judge has declined to allow two fired police officers from Virginia to carry firearms while they await trial on charges related to the U.S. Capitol riot.

DC, Maryland and Virginia report over 1 million fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Over one million people have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia, according to health department data.