Fairfax County News
Romney to campaign, raise funds in NoVa
Mitt Romney, the Republicans' likely presidential nominee, will be in northern Virginia to campaign and raise funds.
Chief: Drones 'certainly' coming to skies over Beltway
Soon, Fairfax County Police may be added to FAA's list of agencies currently or previously permitted to use the unmanned aerial vehicles.
Husband of former Va. mayor denies molestation
Michael Gardner, the husband of former Falls Church mayor and city councilwoman Robin Gardner, took the stand Monday in his own defense.
Fairfax and Arlington companies among Va.'s fastest growing
Integrity Management Consulting Inc. of McLean, Agilex Technologies Inc. of Chantilly and Evoke Research and Consulting LLC of Arlington ranked No. 2, No. 3 and No. 4, respectively, in the Fantastic 50, an annual ranking of the 50 fastest growing companies in the state.
Fairfax police searching for horse slasher
Fairfax Police say they are looking for whoever is responsible for slashing three horses in Herndon.
Horses stabbed, police need public's help
A nonprofit in Herndon is in disbelief after they found three of their therapy horses had been attacked and required veterinary attention.
Busy NoVa intersection closing for construction
One of northern Virginia's busiest intersections will close this weekend as part of a long-running construction project.
Space shuttle Enterprise to depart D.C. Friday
The space shuttle Enterprise is scheduled to depart Dulles International Airport Friday morning and make its trip to a new home in New York City.
Despite warnings, Va. drivers distracted in construction zones
Distracted drivers are not only common on D.C. area roads, they're common in construction zones along D.C. area roads.
Lawyers meet to decide fate of Megaupload data
Lawyers for the government and the file-sharing site Megaupload.com will meet with a federal magistrate to seek a solution on what to do with of millions of data files that went dark when the Megaupload site was shut down as part of an online piracy case.
Va. study makes economic case for renewable energy
Pursuing a portfolio of renewable power sources such as solar, biomass and wind power to satisfy Virginia's energy appetite through 2035 would create tens of thousands more jobs than relying on either coal or natural gas, a George Mason University study concludes.
Burlington Coat Factory signs Falls Church lease
Seven Corners is about to boast more than great coats.
General Dynamics unit receives contract from FAA
Defense contractor General Dynamics Corp. said Tuesday that it has received a contract worth up to $363 million over a decade from the Federal Aviation Administration for air traffic control radios.
Va. gov. to attend fundraiser at playground
Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell and his wife, Maureen, are topping the guest list at a special black-tie fundraiser being held at a northern Virginia playground.
Fairfax Co. suspends work on computer overhaul
Fairfax County is suspending work on the last phase of a $43 million contract to overhaul its computer system.
Suspect charged after stealing police cruiser, starting chase
A man who assaulted several officers and took police on a car chase after stealing a police cruiser Thursday is facing a long list of charges.
Missing Va. brothers were murdered
After the remains of two Virginia missing brothers were found eight months apart, police are investigating their deaths as homicides.
Priest put on leave, accused of sexual misconduct
The Diocese of Arlington says the priest, Rev. Terry Specht, denies the allegation. Specht has been pastor at Holy Spirit Church in Annandale since 2007. He also served as chaplain and assistant principal at Paul VI Catholic High School from 2000 to 2004. He was director of the child-protection office from 2004 through 2011.
Women targeted on Fairfax paths and trails
Women could become targets as the weather heats up and people flock to the trails, Fairfax County police warn.
More gas stations on Richmond Highway? No thanks
It is no surprise that people who live and work in Fairfax County's Richmond Highway corridor want to see more restaurants, entertainment options, boutique stores and mixed use. But gas stations? Really?



