JUST IN: Driver killed in crash on I-495 prior to winter storm
Virginia State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred last night (Saturday) on the Capital Beltway (I-495) in Springfield prior to the ongoing winter storm. Troopers responded around 8:24 p.m. after a sedan exiting from southbound I-395 to northbound I-495 “lost control” when approaching Backlick Road....
4 Retail & Dining Spots Opening Doors in Virginia This February 2026
Here are the four major openings to watch in Virginia this month. A West Coast favorite makes its Virginia debut. The most significant retail arrival of the month is happening in Falls Church. Grocery Outlet, the "extreme value" retailer known for its cult following on the West Coast, is officially opening its...
The U.S. Department of Personnel Management Calls It For Monday
Federal Offices in the Washington, DC area are Closed Monday January 26th. Maximum Telework is in effect. Telework Employees are expected to work. Generally, telework employees may not receive weather and safety leave. Remote Workers are expected to work. Generally, remote workers may not receive weather and safety...
Eleanor Holmes Norton ends reelection campaign
Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.) is terminating her reelection campaign after months of speculation that she would retire from Congress rather than seek reelection, according to a new campaign filing. Why it matters: The 88-year-old non-voting delegate has been subject to an intense pressure campaign from both...
Juvenile Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder of Florence Police Officer
Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw announced that a juvenile charged with attempting to kill a Florence Township police officer and assaulting two other officers early last year pled guilty yesterday in Superior Court and will be sentenced as an adult. Under an agreement with the Prosecutor’s Office,...
Tractor-trailer crash shuts down I-495 inner loop in Prince George’s County
The early morning crash comes as snow fell across the region overnight, blanketing roadways.
Woman gets into fight with National Guard members patrolling Metro station
WASHINGTON — A woman is in custody after she allegedly fought with National Guard members at a DC Metro station. According to WMATA, on Saturday afternoon, around 2 p.m., two National Guard members patrolling near the Federal Triangle Metro station encountered a woman who they say was acting erratically.
Townhomes on former Rudy’s Golf site to begin construction this year
A longtime destination for local golf enthusiasts will soon give way to Kingstowne’s newest residential neighborhood. Developer EYA anticipates breaking ground this spring on Banner Heights, bringing 174 townhomes to a 17.4-acre site on South Van Dorn Street that once hosted Topgolf’s original facility. “Banner...
American restaurant in Del Ray featured on Yelp’s ‘Top 100 US Restaurants’ list
A Del Ray restaurant is one of three Virginia eateries to make Yelp’s annual list of the “Top US Restaurants” released earlier this week. Matt and Tony’s All Day Kitchen + Bar just made the rankings, coming in at No. 100 out of the 100 spots featured.
Don’t Go Sledding at the GW Masonic Memorial
ALEXANDRIA, VA – That tempting hill near the George Washington Masonic National Memorial may look like the perfect sledding spot after this weekend’s snowfall — but city residents should think again. Support Good News Journalism, Subscribe >>. Memorial officials say the grounds will be closed Sunday for...

















