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Lack of cash could stall improvements to Fairfax corridor
Plans to further widen and add transit along the Fairfax Count Parkway could be stalled because of a lack of state transportation funds.
Forensic link leads to arrest in Vanessa Pham murder
A newly received forensic link led to an arrest in the 2010 murder of a 19-year-old Falls Church, Va., woman who was found fatally stabbed inside her car.
Profiler: Fairfax Co. serial groper may be seeking publicity
Former FBI profiler Clint Van Zandt says Fairfax County's serial groper is operating in his own comfort zone but may soon spread out.
Possible 14th victim groped in Fairfax County
A 43-year-old woman has become the possible 14th victim of a serial groper who has plagued Fairfax County in recent months.
Police arrest suspect in Falls Church library assault
A 17-year-old girl who thought she was being followed was assaulted by a man after ducking into a bathroom to escape him, authorities say.
Metrobus driver arrested on route in murder probe
A Metrobus driver was arrested while on his route Wednesday morning and charged in connection with a murder investigation, WTOP has learned.
Police investigate armed abduction in Northern Va.
Two area police departments are investigating the abduction and robbery of a 56-year-old Woodbridge woman.
Fairfax supervisors want workers to kick the habit
Fairfax County is debating policies that would encourage county employees to stop smoking in an effort to improve workers' health and reduce health care costs.
Caroling protesters target 'fiscal cliff' cuts (Video)
A group of people protesting the the impending mandatory budget cuts that are part of the coming "fiscal cliff" got into the holiday spirit, by caroling their discontent.
New park and ride lot to open in Fairfax County
A new park and ride is set to open soon in Fairfax County, with bus service to Franconia-Springfield Metro Station and the Pentagon.
Fairfax considers bike sharing as Silver Line approaches
There are more bike- and pedestrian-friendly improvements coming to Fairfax County and that could include a bike-sharing system.
Northern Iowa beats George Mason 82-77 in OT
Marc Sonnen connected on seven 3-pointers and had 21 points to lead Northern Iowa to an 82-77 overtime victory over George Mason, snapping Patriots' 14-game home winning streak.
Chantilly runner finishes 2nd at national XC title race
A local high school cross country runner finished in second place at the Foot Locker National High School Cross Country Championships Saturday.
The benefits of ride sharing: Time, money and the end of commuting headaches
Local transportation leaders want area residents to know that ending the solo drive to work in favor of ride sharing could save them time and money.
Changes coming to Fairfax Connector bus service
Some big changes are coming to Fairfax Connector bus service.
Va. WWII vet receives Bronze Star at age 88
An 88-year-old World War II veteran has received a Bronze Star, nearly 70 years after he earned it.
Police: Jogger assaulted, robbed by women in Fairfax County park
A woman jogging in a northern Virginia park was assaulted and robbed by two other women, Fairfax County police say.
Local auto shop offers car repairs for struggling families
A family-owned auto shop in Fairfax County has an unusual way of helping people who are looking for a job or struggling to make ends meet.
Woman ordered to remove online review accusations
A Virginia woman being sued over negative online reviews of a home contractor has been ordered to delete some accusations.
Fairfax Co. names best workplaces for commuters
Find out what these Fairfax County businesses are doing to make the grinding commute easier on their employees.
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