When are Virginia income taxes due in 2026? Filing deadlines, refund timeline
Here’s what Virginia taxpayers need to know about federal and state income tax filing deadlines for the 2026 tax season.
Here’s what Virginia taxpayers need to know about federal and state income tax filing deadlines for the 2026 tax season.
Buddhist monks' 'Walk for Peace' reaches Alexandria on way to DC
Buddhist monks on a "Walk for Peace" made their way through Alexandria over the weekend as their long journey toward Washington, D.C., enters its final stretch.
Buddhist monks on a "Walk for Peace" made their way through Alexandria over the weekend as their long journey toward Washington, D.C., enters its final stretch.
These DC area schools were named among top universities in the world
Time Magazine recently released its list of the "World's Top Universities of 2026," featuring schools from Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
Time Magazine recently released its list of the "World's Top Universities of 2026," featuring schools from Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
DC weather: Warming trend speeds melting; chance of a weekend wintry mix
A warming trend this week will help melt the lingering snow and ice from last month’s storm as the Washington, D.C. region watches the potential for a wintry weekend mix.
A warming trend this week will help melt the lingering snow and ice from last month’s storm as the Washington, D.C. region watches the potential for a wintry weekend mix.
DC weather: Snow showers could snarl Friday commute ahead of dangerous cold, high winds
Snow showers are hitting the Washington, D.C., region Friday afternoon and evening as dangerously cold air settles in for the weekend.
Snow showers are hitting the Washington, D.C., region Friday afternoon and evening as dangerously cold air settles in for the weekend.
Man killed in 4-vehicle crash involving police cruiser in Fairfax County
A man was killed in a four-vehicle crash involving a Fairfax County police cruiser in the Braddock area, according to police.
A man was killed in a four-vehicle crash involving a Fairfax County police cruiser in the Braddock area, according to police.
FCPD officer involved in fatal crash in Alexandria
Fairfax County police officers are on the scene of a crash involving an FCPD cruiser and another driver in Alexandria, Virginia.
Fairfax County police officers are on the scene of a crash involving an FCPD cruiser and another driver in Alexandria, Virginia.
Virginia Democrats release proposed new congressional district map
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed a bill on Friday, sending four constitutional amendments to voters — one of which concerns congressional map redistricting.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed a bill on Friday, sending four constitutional amendments to voters — one of which concerns congressional map redistricting.
Man killed in multi-car crash involving Fairfax County police cruiser
Fairfax County police officers are on the scene of a crash involving an FCPD cruiser and another driver in Alexandria, Virginia.
Fairfax County police officers are on the scene of a crash involving an FCPD cruiser and another driver in Alexandria, Virginia.
2 juveniles detained after man injured in Springfield shooting
A shooting inside a home Friday afternoon in Springfield, Virginia, left one victim in life-threatening condition, officials say. Police say two juveniles were detained following the shooting.
A shooting inside a home Friday afternoon in Springfield, Virginia, left one victim in life-threatening condition, officials say. Police say two juveniles were detained following the shooting.
Buddhist monks make their way through northern Virginia on way to Washington, DC
The Buddhist monks are on the move in northern Virginia, approaching Stafford. The group’s Walk for Peace started in Fort Worth, Texas, back in October and ends in Washington, D.C., next week. FOX 5’s Tisha Lewis joins us live from Stafford with more.
The Buddhist monks are on the move in northern Virginia, approaching Stafford. The group’s Walk for Peace started in Fort Worth, Texas, back in October and ends in Washington, D.C., next week. FOX 5’s Tisha Lewis joins us live from Stafford with more.
Buddhist monks on final leg of 'Walk for Peace' to DC
A group of Buddhist monks walking across the country for peace is continuing its trek through Northern Virginia on Friday as they near the final stretch of their 2,300‑mile journey to Washington, D.C.
A group of Buddhist monks walking across the country for peace is continuing its trek through Northern Virginia on Friday as they near the final stretch of their 2,300‑mile journey to Washington, D.C.
School closings, delays in DC, Maryland, Virginia for Friday, February 6
School districts across the Washington, D.C. region are still dealing with lingering snow and ice from last month’s first major storm of the season. Many systems were closed for several days, and some remain on delayed schedules as crews continue clearing neighborhood roads and school campuses.
School districts across the Washington, D.C. region are still dealing with lingering snow and ice from last month’s first major storm of the season. Many systems were closed for several days, and some remain on delayed schedules as crews continue clearing neighborhood roads and school campuses.
VIDEO: Surveillance footage captures alleged abuse of 13-year-old at Virginia psychiatric facility
A video obtained by the Winchester Gazette appears to show a 13-year-old psychiatric facility resident being dragged across a dorm room by his shirt wrapped around his neck. The footage is expected to play a key part in a trial scheduled to begin on Monday.
A video obtained by the Winchester Gazette appears to show a 13-year-old psychiatric facility resident being dragged across a dorm room by his shirt wrapped around his neck. The footage is expected to play a key part in a trial scheduled to begin on Monday.
Buddhist monks on 'Walk for Peace' reach Spotsylvania County
A group of Buddhist monks marked Day 103 of their 2,300 mile "Walk for Peace" on Thursday with a lunch stop at Spotsylvania County Fire Company 8 in Spotsylvania Courthouse.
A group of Buddhist monks marked Day 103 of their 2,300 mile "Walk for Peace" on Thursday with a lunch stop at Spotsylvania County Fire Company 8 in Spotsylvania Courthouse.
Man charged in series of car tire thefts at Fairfax County hotels, police say
Fairfax County police say a man is in custody after committing a series of tire and rim thefts at hotels across the county.
Fairfax County police say a man is in custody after committing a series of tire and rim thefts at hotels across the county.
Buddhist monks on 'Walk for Peace' reach Spotsylvania County
A group of Buddhist monks marked Day 103 of their 2,300 mile "Walk for Peace" on Thursday with a lunch stop at Spotsylvania County Fire Company 8 in Spotsylvania Courthouse.
A group of Buddhist monks marked Day 103 of their 2,300 mile "Walk for Peace" on Thursday with a lunch stop at Spotsylvania County Fire Company 8 in Spotsylvania Courthouse.
Driving with snow and ice on your car could be illegal: See what happens in DC, MD, VA
Snow and ice left on a vehicle can block visibility and break loose at highway speeds, putting other drivers at risk. Several states have specific “snow/ice removal" laws, while others rely on broader equipment and visibility rules.
Snow and ice left on a vehicle can block visibility and break loose at highway speeds, putting other drivers at risk. Several states have specific “snow/ice removal" laws, while others rely on broader equipment and visibility rules.
DC weather: Snow chances Friday; cold, blustery weekend
Chilly temperatures in the low 30s across the Washington, D.C. region Thursday ahead of a chance for light snow Friday and a cold, blustery weekend.
Chilly temperatures in the low 30s across the Washington, D.C. region Thursday ahead of a chance for light snow Friday and a cold, blustery weekend.
School closings, delays in DC, Maryland, Virginia for Thursday, February 5
School districts across the Washington, D.C. region are still dealing with lingering snow and ice from last month’s first major storm of the season. Many systems were closed for several days, and some remain on delayed schedules as crews continue clearing neighborhood roads and school campuses.
School districts across the Washington, D.C. region are still dealing with lingering snow and ice from last month’s first major storm of the season. Many systems were closed for several days, and some remain on delayed schedules as crews continue clearing neighborhood roads and school campuses.


















