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Virginia Ranked Among Top States In U.S., New Analysis Says
The ranking of U.S. states considered factors like education, the economy, health care and infrastructure.
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The ranking of U.S. states considered factors like education, the economy, health care and infrastructure.
A coalition formed to improve health within Alexandria homes found pests, mold and more hazards to be concerns in a resident survey.
Osbourn Park's principal, a food scientist-turned-educator, was named Virginia's Outstanding High School Principal.
The Bike to Work Day event across the region will encourage commuters to ditch solo driving and enjoy freebies at bike pit stops.
Samantha Tungul is running for Manassas City Council and faces four other candidates in the June primary.
The Bike to Work Day event across the region will encourage commuters to ditch solo driving and enjoy freebies at bike pit stops.
A teen student faces a charge for bringing metal knuckles to Freedom High School in Woodbridge.
Despite concerns from some councilmembers, a new roundabout in Vienna will continue to the design phase.
Mark Wolfe is running for re-election and faces four other candidates in the June primary for Manassas City Council.
The Loudoun County Health Department found black residue in an ice machine, rodent droppings and more violations during recent inspections.
A student reviews Lake Braddock's performance of the Shakespeare classic "Romeo and Juliet."
Prince William County Police say the suspect did not directly engage with children, who witnessed the indecent exposure.
Alumni are invited to Stenwood Elementary to walk down memory lane and celebrate the school's 60th anniversary.
A family was not at home when a heavy fire started at their home in Haymarket, prompting an extensive firefighting effort.
The sheriff's office has received calls about look-alike guns due to a popular game among students involving water guns.
Many graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local graduate who deserves a shoutout in Alexandria.
Adoption fees will be waived for all pets during the Empty the Shelters event at Loudoun County Animal Services.
A plane that left Manassas Regional Airport crashed in another area of Virginia, killing a Northern Virginia pilot and passenger.
Technical rescue training for teams in Northern Virginia and beyond will include parts visible at the Woodrow Wilson Bridge in Alexandria.
Chicago Police cleared a pro-Palestine protest set up the same day at the Art Institute of Chicago property.