Reimagined Velocity Bar and Kitchen opens at University Mall with wings, comfort food
The former Velocity Wings at University Mall has reopened under a reimagined concept, offering the restaurant’s staple chicken wings and a broader lineup of American comfort foods. Velocity Bar + Kitchen is now open at 10697 Braddock Road, reflecting the business’ evolution “into a more expansive, full-service dining e
Man accused of groping boy at elementary school in Prince William County
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. (7News) — A Woodbridge man has been arrested after he allegedly sexually assaulted a boy at Rosa Parks Elementary School, according to the Prince William County Police Department (PWCPD). Police said Timothy Michael Bangura, 34, is charged with sexual battery and assault and battery. On...
Woodbridge man dies in Warren County motorcycle crash
A Woodbridge man died after a single-vehicle motorcycle crash in Warren County Sunday. Virginia State Police say a 2006 Suzuki GSX-R1000 motorcycle was heading westbound near the 10-mile marker on Interstate 66 around 11:30 a.m. when it went off the right side of the road, struck a guardrail and caught fire. The moto
EXCLUSIVE End of an Era CONFIRMED: The Prime Rib Closing on K Street this...
UPDATE – CONFIRMED by The Prime Rib:. “Yes, The Prime Rib™ at 2020 K Street NW will be closing this month. The last day of service will be June 17. While this corporation will be closing, The Prime Rib™ brand plans to remain a presence in DC with an anticipated new restaurant opening in late 2026.”
Washington D.C. man in custody following pursuit in Rockingham County
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, VA (Rocktown Now) — A man from Washington D.C. is in custody following a pursuit Monday night in Rockingham County. Shortly before 10 o’clock, Sheriff Bryan Hutcheson reports that deputies were attempting to stop a vehicle headed eastbound on Spotswood Trail for Reckless Driving when the suspect vehi
D.C. man arrested in Severn after drugs, gun found during traffic stop
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — A traffic stop on Monday led to the arrest of a D.C. man after police found a loaded handgun and drugs in his vehicle, said officials. At about 5:55 p.m., on June 1, officers conducted a traffic stop on a gold-colored Buick in the 1100 block of Reese Road in Severn, according to Anne Arundel County P
New 20-foot sculpture quietly installed at TideLock development in Old Town North
A new art installation near the Potomac River in Old Town North was quietly installed over the weekend. Sculptor Christian Benefiel, on Saturday, installed and put the finishing touches on Beacon 3, a commissioned piece at the TideLock office-to-residential development (1033 N. Fairfax Street) in Old Town North. The pi
Swedish Midsummer celebration to take over National Mall
WASHINGTON — Dance and make wreaths at this event coming to the National Mall. Put on by the Swedish Embassy, the annual Midsummer celebration will take place from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. next Friday on the lawn of the Sylvan Theater. The embassy says it's one of the country's most beloved traditions.
A Table Down the Street: Pupusas, Meet Rosé … in Alexandria
“A Table Down The Street” follows Howie Southworth, author of "A Taste of Alexandria," one local barstool at a time. No reviews. Only encounters. The bartender chasing perfection, the chef with a story, the regular who swears this place was better before you found it. Food and drink may be the excuse. People are the po
JUST IN: ACPS launches superintendent search ahead of Melanie Kay-Wyatt’s resignation
Alexandria City Public Schools is officially searching for a new superintendent ahead of Superintendent Melanie Kay-Wyatt’s resignation on Oct. 1. The search process launched Monday (June 1), about two months after Kay-Wyatt submitted her resignation. The Alexandria City School Board has brought on executive search fir

















