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Fairfax Co. saw 26 percent increase in bike crashes last year
Fairfax County saw a 26 percent increase in reported bike crashes last year, according to county records.
Metro to Centreville and Potomac Mills? Federal study requested
Two Virginia congressmen have introduced legislation to study extending Metrorail to Centreville, Woodbridge and Potomac Mills.
Fairfax looking to add 911 texting service
Fairfax County is considering updating its 911 emergency system to accept text messages sent to 911, with four major carriers already on board.
Amendments proposed to historic Virginia transportation bill
A bitter fight ensued as a historic transportation package passed through Virginia's legislature. Now, there are concerns about implementing the measure.
Metro to host open houses to discuss Silver Line
Metro to host open houses in Maryland, Virginia to discuss changes with new silver line
Large oak to be removed along scenic Va. highway
The death of a local man last year killed by a tree falling on his car in Great Falls is prompting some state action to prevent similar tragedies.
Fairfax to study red light camera program
Fairfax County is considering whether to install cameras to catch vehicles that run red lights after a seven-year hiatus.
Police warn of utility scam targeting seniors
Fairfax County police are investigating a new scam targeting the county's older adults.
EPA won't appeal Accotink Creek stormwater ruling
EPA declines to appeal ruling that attempts to regulate stormwater runoff in Va. went too far
Spa manager addresses transgender guest controversy
The manager of a Centreville Korean-style spa says the controversy over whether a guest was forced to leave because of her appearance was due to a miscommunication.
Stove explosion prompts evacuation in Centreville
Grill explosion leads to evacuation of 2 buildings in Centreville; no injuries reported
2 lost Va. snowboarders spend night in woods
Two Virginia men who went out of bounds at a Vermont ski resort have been found after spending the night outdoors.
In new era, Inova and Children's team up instead of compete
Inova Health System and Children's National Medical Center announced a new joint venture— a true 50-50 investment of $10 million each.
Fairfax County cracking down on studio apartment black market
With more people looking for affordable studio apartments in Fairfax County, some have taken matters into their own hands and started building illegal apartments in their homes.
Va. police: Men kidnapped, sexually assaulted woman
Fairfax County police are searching for two men who kidnapped a woman in Reston, Va. before sexually assaulting her.
'Remarkable' Alexandria officer is alive after shot to head
The next two to three days will be critical for the Alexandria motorcycle officer who was shot in the head during a traffic stop Wednesday, says the chief medical officer at Medstar Washington Hospital Center.
Man killed in head-on crash with Fairfax police cruiser identified
A Fairfax County police officer had to be cut from his cruiser after a driver going the wrong way on Little River Turnpike slammed into his cruiser, police say.
Fairfax County parents want more Zzzs for teens
Sleep is an important part of academic success and in Fairfax County, some parents are fighting to give high school students a few more hours of it.
Metro: Silver line track not damaged in tests
Metro officials says new Silver Line tracks don't appear to have been damaged in an incident during testing that caused major rush hour delays.
2-cent property tax hike proposed in Fairfax County (VIDEO)
The average Fairfax County homeowner would pay about $262 a year more in taxes if the proposed $3.59 billion budget is approved.
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