Virginia high school football game under investigation for alleged cheating
Allegations of cheating have surfaced following a high school football playoff game between Forest Park and Battlefield in Woodbridge, Virginia.
Virginia Tech reportedly looking to hire James Franklin as next head coach
Virginia Tech is reportedly finalizing a deal with former Penn State football Head Coach James Franklin.
Windy Sunday across the DMV brings fire danger and falling temperatures
Blustery winds are whipping across the D.C. region Sunday, prompting weather alerts for both high wind gusts and increased fire danger.
Fire Weather Watch issued for much of DMV Sunday
A Fire Weather Watch has been issued from Sunday morning through Sunday.
Virginia man sentenced to life in prison for federal hate crime shooting at Sheetz
A Virginia man will spend the rest of his life in prison after a shooting at a Sheetz gas station in Spotsylvania County that federal prosecutors say was motivated by hate.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Work underway to restart after historic disruption
The longest government shutdown in U.S. history is officially over, at least on paper. For many Americans, the fallout from the shutdown lingers as restoring government operations won’t happen overnight.
FCPS installing weapons detectors at football games
Fairfax County is installing weapons detectors at high school football games. The extra precautions follow several violent incidents at local games around the D.C. region.
Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign rings in holiday season across DC region
The Salvation Army is launching its annual Red Kettle Campaign to mark the start of the holiday season.
80+ displaced after overnight gas leak in Prince William County
The leak sprung when crews working on a water main hit a natural gas line with an excavator, officials said.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: More flights canceled; bill to end shutdown sent to House
Air travelers faced mounting frustration Tuesday as airports cut more flights to meet new FAA targets during the ongoing government shutdown. Meanwhile, the Senate passed legislation to reopen the government, but the 42-day shutdown will continue until the House returns from recess to vote on the deal.
First snow of season hits western Maryland
The first snow of the season arrived Monday in western Maryland, while parts of the Midwest and Northeast dealt with heavier lake-effect conditions.
Northern lights in DC tonight: Aurora borealis forecast calls for possible return Wednesday
It wasn’t your imagination! That faint glow in the night sky over parts of the DMV wasn’t the city lights. The northern lights made a surprise visit Tuesday night, thanks to a powerful geomagnetic storm - and sky watchers may get one more shot to see them Wednesday night.
Fredericksburg police investigating shooting; suspect remains on the loose
Fredericksburg Police are searching for a suspect accused of shooting an individual on Thursday night.
Flames engulf Fairfax County home
Firefighters battled a blaze that tore through a home in Vienna on Thursday.
Puppies abandoned near railroad tracks in Fauquier County reunited with mother
The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office said the six newborn puppies found abandoned near railroad tracks in Bealeton have been reunited with their mother.
Arlington County asks residents for feedback on sidewalk signs
Arlington County wants to know how residents feel about signs in public spaces as officials consider new ordinances.
Prince William County man accused of raping minor outside youth behavioral center
A Prince William County man has been arrested and charged with raping a minor near a youth behavioral treatment center in Bristow.
Veterans Day: Trump honors veterans at Arlington National Cemetery
President Donald Trump marked Veterans Day with a ceremony Tuesday at Arlington National Cemetery.
495 Express Lanes extension to open ahead of holiday travel
Northern Virginia drivers will get some relief just in time for Thanksgiving. The new 495 Express Lanes extension is set to open Saturday, Nov. 22 ahead of the holiday travel rush.
Puppies abandoned near railroad tracks in Fauquier County
The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help after six newborn puppies were found abandoned near railroad tracks in Bealeton.