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1 dead in double shooting near Fairfax County shopping center
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Police in Fairfax County were on the scene of a double shooting that left a man dead on Wednesday morning. The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) said the shooting happened at about 9:30 a.m. in a parking lot near a Dunkin’ in the 14600 block of Rt. 29 […]
WATCH: Driver crashes into Fairfax County Police Department cruiser
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) had a stern reminder for drivers on Thursday — put your phones down. FCPD shared a video of a car crashing into an officer’s car on the X platform. Dashcam and body camera footage showed that the incident happened early Thursday morning, […]
Fairfax County 'bank jugging' victim's vehicle damaged when suspects stole $10,000: Police
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (7News) — Thousands of dollars were stolen from a male victim back in March after Fairfax County police said three people followed the victim and damaged his car in the process, according to a statement on Wednesday. The incident happened on March 21 at around 3:10...
Tractor Trailer Crash Worsens Rush Hour Traffic On I-495
As if rush hour on the Capital Beltway wasn't bad enough, a tractor trailer crash jammed up the highway even more on Thursday, May 16.As of press time, delays were being reported due to the southbound crash in Fairfax County.It happened at mile marker 48.8. The south right shoulder was closed as of…
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Distracted driver almost hits cop on Virginia highway
FAIRFAX, Va. — The Fairfax County Police Department is reminding drivers to stay alert while behind the wheel after a near-miss crash with one of their officers early Thursday morning. On May 16, just after 1 a.m., an officer was responding to the area of Braddock Road and I-495...
Maryland governor signs bill to create statewide gun center
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed a bill into law on Thursday to create a new statewide center to help prevent gun violence. The governor described the center as the first of its kind since the White House urged states to form their own centers to better focus efforts to stop gun violence. Moore also signed two other measures related to guns into law, including a bill that would enable state and local officials to hold the members of the firearm industry accountable in civil court, if they fail to meet minimum standards to prevent harm.
Police: Woodbridge man flashed gun at mother, daughter during road rage incident
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Prince William County Police Department (PWCPD) said it arrested a man on Wednesday for flashing a gun at a mother and her child during a road rage incident. Officers responded to the area of Richmond Highway near Celestial Drive in Woodbridge just before 4:45 p.m. A […]
Data: Alternate routes more dangerous following Key Bridge collapse
Maryland drivers have felt the impact on traffic in the weeks following the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. There's new federal data that supports that feeling. "The rush hour now starts at, I would say 2:30 p.m., instead of the 3 o' clock hour," a driver named Kris said. "I...
Global Saxophone Legend Dies Days Before The Birchmere Performance
David Sanborn, an internationally renowned, Grammy Award-winning saxophonist, died on Sunday, May 12, days before he was set to perform in Northern Virginia.Sanborn's comes after an extended battle with prostate cancer with complications, according to a statement shared to his website.Sanborn …
What’s Up in Alexandria This Weekend: Old Town Festival of Speed & Style, live music and more
Here’s a roundup of all the events, live music, and entertainment happening around Alexandria this weekend; enjoy!. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to ALXnow. 8 a.m.: Bike to Work Day at Alexandria Market Square. 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.: FRIYAY Wine Tasting at Woodlawn Press Winery. 3...
Prince William County police giving away free steering wheel locks to Hyundai drivers
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Hyundai is providing free steering wheel locks for the Prince William County Police Department (PWCPD) to give away to residents. Drivers who own or lease Hyundai vehicles without push-button ignitions are encouraged to get a free steering wheel lock. Owners of Hyundai cars with classic key ignition […]
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