2 survive plane crash near Chattanooga airport; FAA investigating

Two people are “very lucky” to have survived a plane crash near Chattanooga Airport on November 19, according to Tennessee authorities.

Honduran migrant arrested for rape on popular Virginia trail

A woman was allegedly raped Monday night while walking on the Washington and Old Dominion Trail, and police fear there may be additional victims. Authorities quickly arrested the suspect, who is described as a repeat offender with a troubling history.

Fire in Old Town Alexandria destroys three shops, including new bookstore

A number of businesses in Old Town are trying to pick up the pieces after a fire ripped through their building that sits on South Saint Asaph Street.

Fairfax County high schools threaten to forfeit football games if suspended team is allowed to play

Families and students at Hayfield High School are reacting after multiple high school football coaches in Fairfax County say they’re willing to forfeit playoff games if Hayfield is allowed to play. 

Trump’s pardon promises add complexity to DOJ’s January 6 prosecutions

Prosecutions of January 6 criminal defendants remain a priority for the Department of Justice nearly four years after the Capitol riot. 

Council, residents clash on ‘missing middle’ proposal in Montgomery County

On Tuesday, Montgomery County Council discussed unprecedented amounts of feedback from residents regarding a plan to change up zoning and allow more housing in communities.

DC dispatchers handled 1.2 million 911 calls last year — a quarter of them weren’t emergencies

As staffing levels at D.C.’s call center for emergency and non-emergency calls continue to improve, the agency is urging people to call the correct lines for situations in order to not strain the emergency line.

DHS warns of violent Venezuelan gang 'Tren de Aragua' expanding in DC area

The Department of Homeland Security has issued a bulletin to law enforcement across D.C., Maryland and Virginia concerning an illegal Venezuelan criminal gang known as ‘Tren de Aragua’ that is growing in both size and violence across the region. 

Virginia teacher discovers $1.5M lottery win one stoplight at a time

A Virginia teacher discovered she had won a $1.5 million lottery jackpot while driving through traffic and checking her Cash 5 with EZ Match ticket at a series of stoplights.

Most and least weather-delayed airports during the holidays

Millions of people are ready to board their flights to destinations all over the world to celebrate the 2024 holiday season. But the holiday season also brings large crowds, inclement weather, and a high potential for travel disruptions, especially at certain airports.