Air Quality Alert Then Perfect Mother's Day: VA Weather Forecast

The air quality may be harmful Friday for some people, according to Virginia authorities. But, skies clear for a gorgeous Mother's Day.

Banning Gun Sales To Adults Under 21 Unconstitutional, VA Judge Rules

The ruling by U.S. District Court Judge Robert Payne would allow dealers to sell handguns to 18- to 20-year-olds.

Black Army Officer Won't Get New Trial Against VA Police: Report

Caron Nazario, an Army officer, claims 2 police officers pepper-sprayed, hit and handcuffed him during a 2020 traffic stop in rural VA.

VA Boy 'Really Liked' Teacher He Shot: Mother

In a new interview, the mom charged following a Newport News school shooting called her son a "great kid" who "really liked" his teacher.

VA Teacher Who Forbid Student From Speaking Spanish On Leave

The Richmond teacher reportedly told the student to only speak English or return to a "Spanish-speaking country."

VA Boy, 17, Killed After Dune Collapse In North Carolina

A Virginia teenager died Saturday in a dune collapse at Cape Hatteras National Seashore in Frisco, North Carolina, officials said.

1 VA Water Park Ranks Among Nation's Best: U.S. News

U.S. News & World Report has named one VA water-themed attractions among the best places to beat the heat during the summer.

Flour Recalled In VA For Salmonella Risk: What To Know

Virginia consumers should check for specific dates on the recalled flour brand, according to parent company General Mills.

Liberty Dining surprises students with chef pop-ups

Area Chef Sarah Falls and Executive Chef Perry Ford tag-team chef pop-ups this semester to delight students at Liberty University

Tick Bites Sending VA Residents To ER: What To Know

Hospital emergency rooms in Virginia are seeing springtime jumps in the number of people seeking treatment after being bitten by ticks.

Summer Travel Season Could Be Busiest Ever In VA, AAA Says

The summer 2023 travel season could be the busiest ever, above pre-pandemic numbers, AAA Mid-Atlantic says. Book early for the best choices.

Xylazine Threat In VA: Feds Issue Warning Over Fentanyl Mixture

The dangerous drug is making its way into street opioid supplies in Virginia, and is meant for use in veterinary medicine.

Slain UVA Football Players Named Honorary NFL Draft Picks

University of Virginia football players D'Sean Perry​, Lavel Davis and Devin Chandler were killed when a gunman opened fire on their bus.

Morel Mushrooms Popping Up In VA: When To Find Springtime Delicacy

These tasty springtime finds have been spotted in Virginia this April, as hunters seek them out for selling and cooking.

VA School Board Wants Abigail Zwerner's $40M Lawsuit Tossed

Zwerner, who was shot in January by a 6-year-old student, was approved for workers compensation but won't accept it, VA officials claim.

VA Weather: 2 Storms To Bring Heavy Rain, Wind This Weekend

A pair of storms will hit Virginia with wind and heavy rain before April ends, weather forecasts say. Here's what to expect this weekend.

Great American Solar Eclipse Of 2024: Is VA In Path Of Totality?

Excitement is building for what eclipse chasers view as the party of a lifetime next April. Here's what we'll see in Virginia.

Storms Pose Flooding Threat, Cool Temps This Weekend: Virginia Weather

Back-to-back storm systems could soak Virginia through Monday, with flooding a possibility, weather forecasters said.

NASA Rocket Launch Set For Tuesday, Best VA Viewing Spots

A Malemute sounding rocket launch is scheduled for Tuesday night from Wallops Island. It should be visible across Virginia, NASA said.

Virginia Man Pleads Guilty To Illegally Trafficking Turtles

According to authorities, the Louisa man admitted to binding the turtles in socks and shipping them by FedEx.

Bed Bath & Beyond Files For Bankruptcy, VA Closing Sales Start

Closing sales are set to start Wednesday for the 360 Bed Bath & Beyond and 120 Buy Buy Baby stores across the U.S., including Virginia.

White Supremacist, Antisemitic Propaganda Rises In VA: Report

In Virginia, 471 incidents in which antisemitic, racial and hateful material was distributed, were among the 6,750 reported nationwide.

NoVA Weather: Severe Thunderstorms, Hail, Damaging Winds In Forecast

A severe thunderstorm watch calls for heavy downpours, hail, scattered storms and potentially damaging wind gusts for Northern Virginia, DC.

Cumin Sold In VA Recalled Because Of Salmonella Risk

A popular spice is being taken off the shelves in Virginia and 15 other states because of a salmonella risk, the FDA said.

Patches, A 40-Pound Cat, Leaves VA Shelter For Forever Home

Patches, the "gloriously gluttonous" cat, was adopted this week from the Richmond Animal Care & Control center in Virginia.

Air Quality Alert, Fire Danger For Virginia On Friday

The air quality may be harmful Friday for some people in Northern Virginia, authorities said. Plus, much of the state is under a fire risk.

VA Facebook Users Can Claim Cash From Settlement: Here's How To Apply

A judge approved a plan for Meta to pay out $725 million to settle class-action privacy lawsuits. What it can mean for VA Facebook users.

Lyrid Meteor Fireballs Peak: When To Watch Skies Over NoVA, DC

If the skies are clear, conditions will be close to ideal to see the Lyrid meteors over VA, DC this weekend. The moon will barely shine.

Does my insurance cover damage when a contractor wrecks my home?

What you can do to avoid contractor scams

Suspects Indicted Years After White Nationalist Charlottesville Rally

Prosecutors said multiple people face felony charges in connection with the deadly 2017 " Unite the Right" rally in Charlottesville.

Red Flag Warning Issued For VA Wildfire Risk With 45 MPH Wind Gusts

Parts of Northern and central Virginia are under a red flag warning because 45 mph wind gusts pose a fire danger through Tuesday night.

Virginia Allergy Sufferers: Here's What To Expect In 2023

Allergy season in Virginia could drag on longer than usual this year. Here's what you can expect.

NoVA, DC Weather: Thunderstorms, Large Hail Possible Saturday

NoVA counties under a hazardous weather outlook face thunderstorms and large hail through Saturday night, the National Weather Service said.

EPA Auto Emissions Proposal Aims To Spur Virginia EV Sales

An EPA proposal doesn't require a specific number of electric vehicles be sold in Virginia, instead mandating limits on greenhouse gasses.

Insects Waking Up Now In VA: Spotted Lanternflies, Stink Bugs, Bees

As Virginia residents enjoy a warm spring, the emergence of several varieties of insects, some wanted more than others, will begin.

Mother Of Boy, 6, Who Shot VA Teacher Was Depressed, Attorney Says

The mother of the boy accused of shooting Richneck Elementary teacher Abigail Zwerner had a series of miscarriages and depression last year.

What To Know In VA As Deadline To File 2022 Income Tax Returns Nears

Tax season is winding down. Virginia residents have until April 18 to file their 2022 tax returns with the IRS and the state.

Open Houses for Chesterbrook Academy® Preschool Locations, NOVA

Interested families are invited to explore classrooms, meet school leaders and learn about Chesterbrook Academy’s curriculum

$42M Owed To VA Taxpayers: ‘Time Running Out’ To Claim, IRS Says

The IRS says U.S. taxpayers are sitting on $1.5 billion in refunds from the 2019 tax season — but the clock is ticking to claim them in VA.

VA School Where Boy, 6, Shot Teacher At Center Of Criminal Probe

A special grand jury will determine if Richneck Elementary school officials should face criminal charges in the shooting of Abby Zwerner.