Local news and updates from Virginia
Authorities in Virginia have identified victims and charged the bus driver involved in a recent fatal bus crash, marking a significant step in the ongoing investigation into the tragic incident.
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin and community advocates recently gathered to honor the legacy of Dr. Cerina Fairfax, underscoring her profound impact on the Commonwealth.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has praised Virginia's recent redistricting efforts, calling them a "major victory for Democrats" and a successful thwarting of attempts to "rig the midterm elections," ensuring a "free and fair" electoral process.
Madison Warner, the 36-year-old daughter of U.S. Senator Mark Warner, has died after a decades-long battle with juvenile diabetes, her family announced. The news brings condolences from across Virginia.
Fairfax County and other parts of Virginia are experiencing their worst drought in nearly 20 years, with official classification from the U.S. Drought Monitor. The prolonged dry spell, ongoing since last fall, is impacting local waterways and calls for increased water conservation efforts from residents.
Homeowners in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area face varying property insurance costs, with Virginia offering lower rates compared to Maryland and the District of Columbia.