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Fort Belvoir to open largest post exchange on East Coast
Fort Belvoir is unveiling a new, 270,000 square-foot post exchange that military officials say is the largest of its kind on the East Coast and an example of the military's effort to rebrand and modernize the old exchanges.
Father: Son was electrocuted while helping friend
The father of the boy who was electrocuted at a Herndon elementary school Tuesday night says he was told his son was trying to help a friend when he came into contact with an electrical wire.
Fairfax Co. day care providers say new regs complicate business
In-home day care operators say the increase that will allow them to add two more children in their homes may not be worth the effort.
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.
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