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South Lakes High Student Struck by Driver and Hospitalized
Local officials voice outcry over budget cuts that removed crossing guards.
Local officials voice outcry over budget cuts that removed crossing guards.
Five Years After the Fall of Kabul
Refugees, former allies, educators and advocates navigate the ongoing human cost locally.
Refugees, former allies, educators and advocates navigate the ongoing human cost locally.
Woman Found Dead in Parking Area Leading to Local Trails
Fairfax County Police seek witnesses and camera footage.
Fairfax County Police seek witnesses and camera footage.
TOPSoccer Volunteer Finds Inspiration as Head Coach
Adapting to young athletes' needs reshapes a high school senior’s leadership style.
TOPSoccer Volunteer Finds Inspiration as Head Coach
Non-fatal Officer Shooting Incident
Suspect Charged with Attempted Disarming of a Law Enforcement Officer.
Suspect Charged with Attempted Disarming of a Law Enforcement Officer.
Calendar Overhaul, Screen-Time Limits, New Boundaries
FCPS reshapes the upcoming school year.
School
Two Students Bypass International Bottlenecks, Deliver Direct Food Aid to Cuba
‘Hunger should never be political.’
‘Hunger should never be political.’
Virginia School Divisions, Municipalities Face 25% Electric Bill Spike
Residential bills are shielded under the new budget, but local tax hikes to cover the public sector could pass some of the burden down to residents.
Budget
Broad Relief for Virginia Families Coming July 1
From rent, paychecks, and medical bills to boosted school funding, here's how the new budget could impact everyday costs.
Budget
$207B Virginia Budget with Landmark Data Center Tax
How a new tech industry tax shields local homeowners from school and transit hikes across Northern Virginia
How a new tech industry tax shields local homeowners from school and transit hikes across Northern Virginia