2 bills addressing data center development introduced in Montgomery County

The data‑center debate is coming to Montgomery County with two competing bills aimed at regulating how and where the facilities can be built.

WATCH: Dramatic rescue caught on camera as SUV sinks in Virginia Beach

Community members sprang into action Friday, January 16, to rescue a driver trapped inside a sinking SUV behind Bubba’s Seafood Restaurant & Crabhouse in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Brendan Banfield Trial LIVE UPDATES: Testimony continues Tuesday

The high‑profile murder trial of Brendan Banfield resumes Tuesday in Fairfax County, where prosecutors are down to their final witnesses.

Spanberger calls for affordability reform, stresses bipartisanship in first address

Newly-inaugurated Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivered her first State of the Commonwealth address to the General Assembly on Jan. 19, which she used to focus on affordability and bipartisan leadership.

Northern lights expected to light up sky in parts of the US Monday

A severe geomagnetic storm watch is in effect Monday night as people prepare for northern lights to dazzle the night sky across the U.S. Here's where.

Maryland legislation would 'digitally unmask' ICE agents

As anti-ICE protests continue to gather across the nation, one Maryland lawmaker is taking action to provide some protection in his state.

3 shark attacks off Sydney in just over 24 hours; man, boy in critical condition

Three shark attacks in 24 hours leave a man and a 12-year-old critically injured and another boy unharmed at Sydney beaches. Here’s what we know.

Valentino Garavani, legendary fashion designer, dies

Valentino Garavani — the legendary fashion designer and founder of the Valentino brand — has died. Here's what we know.

Man abducted woman, led police on chase in Virginia: authorities

An injured woman was found inside the vehicle of a Virginia man who was eventually captured after evading police several times in one day.

Snow possible again this week in DC area: Here's when

Snowflakes fell in parts of the DC area this weekend, but another weekend to watch is just days away.

Today is Dolly Parton Day as legendary performer turns 80

It's official: Today is Dolly Parton Day as the legendary performer turns 80. Her milestone birthday comes after a year marked by her husband's death and health setbacks.

MLK Day holiday: What’s open and closed

Here's what is open and closed on Jan. 19, 2026, the day the nation commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy.