Vienna Police search for stolen vehicle used in grocery store theft
The Vienna Police Department is searching for a vehicle used in the theft of approximately $1,000 in products from a local grocery store. A white Honda Pilot SUV that officers learned had been stolen was used as a getaway vehicle by two men who reportedly shoplifted the groceries on Monday (Dec. 1), police said.
Intoxicated Manassas Petco Suspect Dies After Medical Emergency At Detention Center: Police
Manassas City Police said officers were called to Petco on Wellington Road, Manassas, on Thursday, Nov. 27, at 5:24 p.m., according to the department. Police said they found the person — who has not been identified — alert and conscious. Police said the person had an active warrant...
Elrich signs bill removing photo requirement for gas leaf blower reports
Photographic evidence is no longer required to report a violation of Montgomery County’s gas-powered leaf blower ban, per a bill signed by County Executive Marc Elrich (D) on Monday. The change in the process for enforcing the ban, which took effect with Elrich’s signature, comes in time for the...
Fairfax County to implement 4% food tax amid budget challenges, public opposition
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (7News) — Starting in January, you’ll be required to pay a 4 percent food tax at restaurants and for all prepared meals in Fairfax County. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors passed the food tax this year to help address the county’s budget challenges, even though it was rejected twice by...
Attention Loudoun Residents: Changes Coming to Vehicle Personal Property Tax Assessments Starting 2026
Loudoun County, Virginia, will change its vehicle personal property assessment schedule starting January 1, 2026. Commissioner of the Revenue Robert S. Wertz Jr. announced the update. The change follows a benchmarking study by PFM Group Consulting in October 2025. The study compared Loudoun’s assessment practices...
State approves $3.75 million for park improvements and land conservation across six Maryland counties
ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Board of Public Works on Wednesday approved $3.75 million in grants from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, directing funds toward critical park improvements and the permanent conservation of over 600 acres of land in six Maryland counties.
Maryland comptroller releases report on economic impact of statewide “Baby Bonds” program
Maryland Comptroller Brooke Lierman released a report on the feasibility and potential impacts of implementing a statewide "Baby Bonds" program.
Widow Loses Home In Explosion Weeks After Husband’s Death, Maryland Family Says
A Maryland woman already grieving the loss of her husband of 60 years is now trying to rebuild her life all over again after her home exploded less than a month later — destroying every single thing she owned between Thanksgiving and Christmas, her family says. According to a...
Wayfair to Open Maryland Outlet Store
Wayfair is set to open a Maryland outlet store at Arundel Mills in Hanover, MD, bringing the online retailer’s discounted overstock and returned home goods to the region in early 2026. Wayfair is one of the largest online home-goods retailers in the country, known for selling furniture, décor, appliances,...
Yankee Candle Is Closing 20 Stores
The brand operates a dozen Virginia locations, including four in NoVA. Yankee Candle fans should stock up now. Parent company Newell Brands announced on December 1 that it plans to close approximately 20 stores in the U.S. and Canada next month. The brand currently operates 12 stand-alone stores in Virginia....
