Alfred Street Baptist Church clears rent debt for 318 Alexandria families

Families on the brink of eviction in Alexandria, Virginia, are getting a fresh start after a $1 million donation from a local church wiped out back rent for hundreds of households.

Virginia circuit court invalidates redistricting amendment, blocks certification

A Virginia circuit court has invalidated Tuesday’s special election on a constitutional amendment and redistricting plan, halting certification and blocking immediate changes to congressional maps.

Virginia voters back redistricting plan, here’s what that means for seats in Congress

Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a mid‑decade redistricting plan that could improve Democrats’ chances of picking up as many as four additional U.S. House seats in November’s midterm elections, which will determine control of a narrowly divided Congress.

DC weather: Late morning showers Wednesday, highs near 74

Late morning showers are possible Wednesday as temperatures climb to around 74 degrees which will make for a nice warmup after Tuesday morning’s dip into the 20s.

Virginia redistricting vote: Tuesday’s special election voter guide

Virginia voters head to the polls today to decide whether lawmakers should be allowed to temporarily redraw the state’s congressional map ahead of the midterms, a proposal that could shift the balance of the state’s House delegation.

Live results: Virginia redistricting 2026 special election

Polls close in Virginia at 7:00 p.m. on April 21. Voters will decide whether lawmakers should be allowed to temporarily redraw the state’s congressional map ahead of the midterms, a proposal that could shift the balance of the state’s House delegation.

Cold snap sends temperatures below freezing across DC region

Cold conditions gripped the Washington, D.C., region overnight, with temperatures dipping below freezing in several areas.

Parachutist 'doing great' after slamming into Virginia Tech scoreboard

The big headline coming out of Virginia Tech's spring football game Saturday had very little to do with football. Instead, many fans are talking about the skydiver who crashed into the scoreboard just ahead of the game.

Parachutist 'doing great' after slamming into Virginia Tech scoreboard
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The big headline coming out of Virginia Tech's spring football game Saturday had very little to do with football. Instead, many fans are talking about the skydiver who crashed into the scoreboard just ahead of the game.

Scooter-riding suspect wanted for multiple sexual assaults in Woodbridge, police say
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Police are continuing to search for a sex assault suspect after another victim came forward saying she was touched inappropriately in the Powells Creek area of Woodbridge. This is the fourth victim to come forward with allegations. 

Scooter-riding suspect wanted for multiple sexual assaults in Woodbridge, police say

Police are continuing to search for a sex assault suspect after another victim came forward saying she was touched inappropriately in the Powells Creek area of Woodbridge. 

Trial for vice mayor of Purcellville recall effort begins
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The vice mayor of Purcellville is on trial this week. He’s the subject of an unprecedented recall. FOX 5's Bob Barnard is live outside Loudoun County Circuit Court in Leesburg with the story.  

Virginia redistricting vote: What to know about Tuesday’s special election

Virginia voters head to the polls Tuesday to decide whether lawmakers should be allowed to temporarily redraw the state’s congressional map ahead of the midterms, a proposal that could shift the balance of the state’s House delegation.

Daughter of Virginia Sen. Mark Warner dies after long health battle

The daughter of Virginia Sen. Mark Warner and his wife, Lisa Collis, has died following a decades‑long struggle with juvenile diabetes and other health issues, the senator announced Monday.

Fairfax County Police sergeant charged with aggravated sexual battery

A Fairfax County police sergeant has been arrested in Fauquier County and charged with two counts of aggravated sexual battery in connection to an off‑duty incident, authorities said.

Trial begins in recall effort against Purcellville vice mayor

An effort to remove Purcellville’s vice mayor is went to trial Monday after delays linked to separate criminal cases involving town leadership.

DC weather: Cool, breezy with sprinkles Monday; Freeze Warning Tuesday

Cool, breezy weather moves across the Washington, D.C., region Monday, with a slight chance of sprinkles early in the day and a Freeze Warning in place for Tuesday.

Virginia voters face high-stakes redistricting referendum Tuesday

Voters across Virginia are set to head to the polls Tuesday for a closely watched election that could reshape the state’s congressional map and influence the balance of power in Washington.

Fire breaks out at Bren Mar Park Elementary School in Fairfax County

A fire broke out Sunday afternoon at Bren Mar Park Elementary School in Fairfax County, prompting a large emergency response from multiple agencies.