Prince William County News
Museum opening, reenactment mark Civil War this week
The D.C. region is getting a good dose of Civil War history this week on both sides of the Potomac River, beginning with Monday's reopening of the African American Civil War Museum in D.C.
Inmate's future uncertain after Va. death sentence tossed
A death row inmate's future still hangs in the balance, even after his death sentence was overturned.
Pr. William County set to charge for ambulance trips
Prince William County next month will join the ranks of local jurisdictions that charge for ambulance fees.
Can Manassas lure visitors with Civil War event?
It was July, 1861. Thousands of troops, blue and gray, converged on a railroad junction in Manassas for what became the first major battle of the Civil War.
A facelift could be coming to historic Route 1
For many commuters, historic Route 1 is just as important as the interstates.
Prince William Hospital opens newly renovated unit Monday
Prince William Hospital opens its newly renovated and expanded Orthopedic & Spine Center and Oncology Unit to patients on Monday.
New Civil War app to guide visitors to Manassas
A smartphone application providing a guided tour of Manassas battlefield is making its debut this month, just in time for the 150th anniversary of the Civil War's first great battle.
Dad proud of his World Cup daughter, Ali Krieger
Just ahead of the U.S. playing France in the Women's World Cup Wednesday, WTOP talks with Ken Krieger about his daughter's golden kick, the one that advanced the U.S. women in the World Cup.
The WTOP guide to the Battle of Bull run anniversary events
It's been promoted for months but now with the 150th commemoration of the First Battle of Manassas just over a week away, lots of people are starting to think about the traffic disruption it will create.
Car accident in Haymarket leaves at least one dead
A deadly car accident in Haymarket Sunday afternoon has left at least one dead.
Escapist Depression-era park celebrates 75th anniversary
During the Great Depression, the push was on to create recreation areas across the country to help people escape those tremendously tough times. A local National Park was born in that era and this weekend it's celebrating its 75th birthday.
Va. man arrested in adult store with blowup doll
A Woodbridge man has been charged with burglary and destruction of property after he was arrested in the closet of an adult video store with a blow-up doll.
Bristow mom indicted in toddler's death in hot van
A Prince William County mother whose son died after being left in the family's minivan for seven hours has been indicted.
Manassas gears up for Civil War sesquicentennial
From July 21 through 24, Historic Manassas will host a number of free Manassas Civil War Commemorative events recognizing the Sesquicentennial of the American Civil War and the First Battle of Manassas.
Prince William starts charging for EMS service
Prince William County will bill insurance companies between $400 and $700 for each ambulance transport.
Crepes support hat program for cancer patients
A local woman has started a business to support her habit. But, it's a habit that's very sweet and giving. She makes hats for cancer patients.
Pr. William volunteers take fresh approach to feeding needy
Volunteers in one local county are taking a fresh approach to feeding the area's needy.
Manassas fire department plans to hire 12 people
The Manassas City Council is using a federal grant to bring the city's fire and rescue department in line with national staffing standards.
Toddler dies after being left in minivan
Police were called to the 12000 block of Gentle Shade Drive in Bristow around 4 p.m. Friday after a woman found her 2-year-old son in the back of a minivan.
Portions of Ground Zero to arrive in Prince William
It's about 275 miles from Ground Zero to Prince William County, but that's how far two massive pieces of World Trade Center steel will travel for a local memorial to those who lost their lives Sept. 11, 2001.
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