Virginia Holiday Event Guide 2023: Pop-up bars, performances, lights and more
The holiday season has arrived and FOX 5 has your guide to the best attractions and events taking place in Virginia to celebrate!
Man arrested after caught on video exposing himself on Virginia trail: police
A suspect accused of indecent exposure has been identified as a Department of Defense employee, FOX 5 has confirmed.
Retail theft crew arrested with 11 stolen credit cards, 3 USPS post office keys, stolen wallet
Three suspects were arrested last week for multiple counts of credit card theft, identity card theft and credit card fraud, police say.
Fairfax County man re-arrested days after being charged in 24-hour serial burglary spree, police say
A Fairfax County man was arrested for the fifth time in just over 100 days for multiple crimes across the area.
Centreville family advocates for GI bill amendment after son's fentanyl tragedy
A family in Fairfax County is warning others of the dangers of fentanyl after their 18-year-old son’s death.
Man struck by gunfire in Fairfax County shooting dies after taking himself to hospital
The man shot and killed in a Franconia neighborhood Wednesday afternoon has been identified as 23-year-old Bryant Anthony Gillis of Woodbridge.
Community member finds pit bull fatally stabbed in Centreville neighborhood
Authorities are asking community members to review home surveillance footage after a pit bull was found stabbed to death in a Centreville neighborhood.
Man steals car, credit cards, and property in 24-hour serial burglary spree: police
Authorities have arrested and charged a man responsible for a spree of five burglaries in a 24-hour span in Fairfax County.
Detectives urge victims to come forward after DC man arrested for soliciting minor on Snapchat
A D.C. man is now behind bars after he allegedly sent multiple inappropriate images to a child on Snapchat and attempted to convince the kid to meet him at a Virginia shopping center.
Fairfax County man accused of beating roommate, killing cat arrested after 21-hour standoff
After a 21-hour standoff, Fairfax County police arrested a man accused of assaulting his roommates and killing a cat.
Herndon Festival permanently cancelled after more than 40 years of celebrations
The town of Herndon announced Monday that it is permanently canceling its annual town festival after more than four decades of its operation.
McLean 2-alarm fire sends smoke, flames into Virginia sky
A two-alarm fire in Virginia sent smoke and flames into the sky Monday.
Man arrested for indecent exposure, police looking for additional victims
A 34-year-old man has been arrested for four cases of indecent exposure – and police say there could be more.
Hanukkah celebrations begin: Menorah lightings take on special meaning this year amid Israel-Hamas War
Several celebrations were held Thursday marking the first night of Hanukkah.
New bike trail in Fairfax neighborhood creates community debate
A battle is brewing between some residents in a Fairfax City neighborhood and city lawmakers over building a bike trail.
Fairfax County high school student dies following overdose
A Fairfax County high school student died of an overdose Monday night, according to a letter sent home to families at Justice High School.
FCPS announce 11 snow days for 2023-24 school year, returning to their former snow day policy
Fairfax County Public Schools are shaking in their boots ahead of the winter weather season. The school district will be reverting to its former policy for snow days for the 2023-24 school year.
Arlington house explosion: Suspect ID'd as James Yoo believed dead in blast
Arlington officials on Tuesday identified the suspect involved in a massive explosion at a duplex that leveled a home and shook the entire neighborhood Monday night.
Maryland man arrested after stealing $50,000 worth of goods from Saks Fifth Avenue
A Maryland man has been accused of going on a shoplifting spree at Tysons Galleria for weeks.
Woman struck by bus in Fairfax County transported in life-threatening condition
A woman struck by a bus in Fairfax County was transported in life-threatening condition, police say.