Fairfax County News
Boy electrocuted after climbing roof at Herndon school
A teenage boy died Tuesday night after apparently being electrocuted after he and three friends climbed onto a roof near a school in Herndon, Va.
Va. cabbie pursues charges after anti-Muslim rant
Va. taxicab driver pursues charges after anti-Muslim rant; second incident reported since May
Cyclist robbed at gunpoint in Fairfax County
Two 23-year-old men have been arrested after allegedly mugging a cyclist at gunpoint in Fairfax County, police say.
Man, mother-in-law killed in Fairfax County murder-suicide
Two people found dead at an apartment complex on Seminary Road Monday morning were a man and his mother-in-law, Fairfax County police say.
Vote could create 1,000 new day care spots in Fairfax Co.
The change would allow Fairfax County's 500 licensed home day care centers to watch 12 children, up from 10.
Man charged in serial butt slashings admits to attacks
The man accused of slashing women's buttocks in Northern Virginia malls has pleaded guilty in a Virginia court.
WTOP Exclusive: Silver Line opening delayed until January
Weather-related construction delays will push back the opening of the first segment of Metro's new Silver Line by at least a month.
Men attempt to rob pair on walk in Fairfax County
A woman was assaulted during an attempted robbery that occurred while she and a companion were walking in Fairfax County Wednesday night.
Teens sentenced in Fairfax sexting case
Two more teens have been found guilty in a Fairfax County sexting case.
Feds shut down Springfield, Va. bus company
Federal officials have shut down a Springfield, Va., bus company after they say multiple safety violations were found.
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Jewels stolen in smash, grab robbery
Robbers smashed a display case and grabbed an undisclosed amount of jewelry from a Fair Oaks Mall jewelry store Monday.
Va. loss prevention officer charged with sexual assault
A 23-year-old woman who was detained and charged with misdemeanor shoplifting on Saturday told police a loss prevention officer sexually assaulted her, says the Fairfax County Police Department.
Major improvements possible for U.S. 1 in Fairfax, Prince William
One of America's oldest highways and a primary commuter route in Northern Virginia could get a major face-lift.
10 years for Va. man caught in pipe bomb sting
10 years for Va. man caught in pipe bomb sting; also sold homemade flamethrowers, grenades
Fairfax County volunteer arrested, charged with embezzlement
A volunteer for "Celebrate Fairfax" has been arrested and charged with embezzlement.
Fairfax firefighters spread the word on safety
When they're not responding to emergency calls, some Fairfax County firefighters are spending their weekends going door to door for safety's sake.
Fairfax Co. school board tweaks discipline rules
Fairfax County school officials have voted to change the district's discipline system, allowing for lighter punishments for certain infractions.
Fairfax school board approves changes to discipline policies
If a student gets in trouble at school, when should parents be informed?
Largest area gun show comes to town
If you are in the market for a gun, the National Gun Show in Chantilly, Va., may be just the ticket.
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