MS-13 gang member sentenced to 30 years for killing 2 in Northern Virginia

An MS-13 gang member was sentenced to 30 years in prison Thursday for the killing of a man and woman in Northern Virginia, according to the Loudoun County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office.

Roger Bradford mug shot released; suspect extradited on day of wife's funeral

Authorities have released the mugshot of murder suspect Roger "Paul" Bradford following his extradition from Pennsylvania to Virginia on the same day his wife, Lisa Bradford, was laid to rest.

Loudoun County supervisors revisit data center project exemptions

A debate over 23 data center projects returns to Loudoun County supervisors Tuesday. Some supervisors want the projects to face new approval requirements, while opponents say that would change the rules for developers already moving forward. 

Northern Virginia elementary school teacher charged with alleged assault on student

A Northern Virginia elementary school teacher is facing charges in connection with an assault on a student, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office.

Loudoun County hosts open house as debate over data center growth continues

Loudoun County held the first in a series of community open houses in Ashburn Monday to give residents a chance to weigh in on the future of data center development in the community.

Court document reveals marital strain before Virginia husband allegedly killed wife

In a January 2026 court document, Loudoun County husband Roger "Paul" Bradford detailed how a federal wire fraud conviction and prison sentence placed a strain on his marriage and family.

Roger Bradford contacted relative after killing wife in Loudoun County, sheriff’s office says

Roger Bradford, the 60‑year‑old man accused of shooting and killing his wife, 54‑year‑old Lisa Bradford, contacted a relative after the homicide and advised them of the circumstances, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office.

Departures to Dulles airport grounded due to runway construction

Aircraft scheduled to depart for Washington Dulles International Airport in northern Virginia are being held on the ground due to runway construction on Wednesday.

Loudoun County moves closer to data center pause

A proposed 12‑month halt on new data center projects is advancing in Loudoun County, with supervisors voting overnight to move the measure forward and set up a final vote next month.