Rape Convict On The Run As Feds Launch Maryland Manhunt
Federal agents are searching for William John Shaeffer, 45, a Maryland man convicted in connection with a 2002 rape, who is now wanted for violating the terms of his federal supervised release. Authorities say DNA evidence later tied Shaeffer to the attack, and he served a 16-year sentence before being released to...
Multiple Burglaries, Auto Thefts Reported Across Montgomery County on March 26
Montgomery County police reported a series of burglaries, vehicle thefts, and other incidents across multiple districts on March 26, 2026, according to the department’s daily crime summary. The 1st District, which covers Rockville, Potomac, North Potomac, Darnestown, and parts of Derwood, reported a residential...
Sterling man gets life sentence for fatal 2024 carjacking
A Loudoun County judge has sentenced Jose Ulises Aguilar-Martinez, 23, to two life terms plus 13 years in prison for a deadly carjacking that took place in Sterling in July 2024. Aguilar-Martinez was convicted of multiple charges, including first-degree murder and robbery causing death, after he ran over and killed...
DEVELOPING: One hospitalized after teen brawl at South Lakes Village Center
Fairfax County police are investigating a fight at the South Lakes Village Center in Reston that ended with one teen in the hospital. Officers were dispatched shortly after 2 p.m. to the Sunoco gas station at 11190 South Lakes Drive for an incident initially reported as a stabbing, according to the police scanner.
This Quirky Virginia Eatery Is A Chocolate-Themed Wonderland Where Every Dish Features Cocoa
Chocolate takes on a completely different identity at this Loudoun County restaurant, where it moves far beyond dessert and into something far more inventive. What begins as curiosity quickly turns into a full experience, with cocoa woven through savory plates, refined appetizers, and desserts that feel almost...
New Little Caesars in Herndon aiming for May launch
We’ve got some big Pizza! Pizza! news for Herndon-area residents. Construction is nearly done on the new Little Caesars pizza restaurant coming to town and it should be opening soon. Little Caesars has taken over a vacant 1,600 s.f. space in the Elden Street Marketplace shopping center on Elden...
Large teen fight erupts in Reston, 1 sent to hospital
RESTON, Va. (7News) — A large fight involving teens broke out in Reston, Virginia, on Friday afternoon, Fairfax County police said. At least one boy was taken to the hospital with minor injuries after being assaulted. This happened in the 11000 block of South Lakes Drive. Officers have identified...
Power outage turns into $50K windfall for Maryland grandmother
Birthday surprise turns into $50K payday GREENSBORO, Md. — A
One person dead following vehicle crash in Maryland
MARYLAND — A driver was killed in a crash Friday night near the Marlow Heights Shopping Center in Prince George’s County, according to authorities. Police said the crash occurred around 9:10 p.m. in the 4300 block of Branch Avenue. Investigators reported that two vehicles were involved in the collision. The driver of...
Flights Grounded Across Maryland, DC, Virginia As FAA Issues Sudden Airport Stops
The disruption is hitting the DC region hard, with Reagan National, Dulles International, and Baltimore-Washington International all placed under ground stops on Thursday evening. The Federal Aviation Administration issued the stops between approximately 6:30 p.m. and 6:40 p.m., with all three currently set to remain...

















