Jim Moran to Retire from Congress After 23 Years

Northern Virginia Democrat a regular advocate for federal employees.

McAuliffe Inauguration: Full Remarks

New governor pledges bipartisanship, diversifying economy, ethics reform.

Inauguration 2014: McAuliffe Sworn in as Virginia's New Governor

Images and posts from the rainy day as commonwealth leadership changes hands.

Moody Blues: Fairfax County Gets 'Negative Outlook' From NY Bond Rating Agency

County officials argue that the rating ignores several signs of its financial stability and a number of ways it can raise funds if it needs to.

McAuliffe Names Anne Holton, Former Va. First Lady, Education Secretary

Wife of Sen. Tim Kaine has a law degree from Harvard, served as a Richmond judge and has raised three children.

Target Credit Card Breach: 4,000 Virginia DSS Cards Blocked

Potentially compromised accounts leads to immediate reissues, according to state's Department of Social Services.

Independent Mark Gibson Running for Congress Again in 11th District

Independent ran for Congress in 2012 against Congressman Gerry Connolly.

In Wake of McDonnell Scandal, Transparency Bill Aims to Limit Gifts, Increase Disclosure

Bill by Northern Virginia Democrat would create a searchable online database for gifts and economic interest disclosures for local, state officials and employees.

Nearly 10,000 Lose Unemployment Benefits

Congress may revisit the issue when they return from recess.

Local Delegates to Hold Public Forum Before First Session of 2014

General Assembly Delegates from throughout the area want to hear questions and comments from the public before session starts.

What's Open, Closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Fairfax County

Several Fairfax County offices will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday or close early on those dates.

Candidate Concedes in Virginia Attorney General Race

Totals still have to be certified between Mark Herring and Mark Obenshain, but preliminary results point to a clear, but still narrow, end to the election.

Virginia Attorney General Race: Fairfax Recount Results

165 votes split the candidates in the last statewide race.

McAuliffe Picks Brian Moran as Virginia Secretary of Public Safety

The former state legislator also served as prosecutor for seven years in Arlington.

E-Cig Ban for Minors Headed to Virginia House of Delegates

Bill in Richmond would allow state to regulate electronic cigarettes the same way it regulates traditional tobacco products.

Virginia Officials React to Nelson Mandela Passing

Civil rights activist dies at age 95.

Winner in Virginia's Attorney General Race By How Many Votes?

Recount likely after State Board of Elections certifies results.

Mental Health After Deeds Stabbing: What’s the Fix in Virginia?

A high-profile family tragedy brings spotlight back to a struggle to provide access to care.

Fairfax County Library to Stop Tossing Books, Put Brakes on Streamlining Staff

Trustees of library system said they were blindsided by proposed changes. County supervisors voted Tuesday to implement the trustees’ recommendations.

Obama, Clinton to Visit Kennedy Gravesite at Arlington National Cemetery

The 50th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy is Friday, Nov. 22.

Police: Creigh Deeds Stabbed by Son

Gus Deeds likely committed suicide after altercation, according to Virginia State Police. Mental health questions raised in news report.

Political, Government and Public Safety Bloggers Wanted: Share Your Voice on Patch!

You are working hard for your community — let residents know about it at Patch!

Virginia Attorney General Race: And in a Tie, the Winner Is ...

In case of tie, vote shifts to general assembly.

Mason District Residents: ‘Proposed RSU Amendment is Reckless”

Residents expressed frustration with Fairfax County’s proposed amendment to build residential studio units during a meeting last week.

Congressman Connolly to Hold Health Plan Open Season Workshop

Geared to federal employees/retirees Saturday, Nov. 23 in Fairfax.

Fairfax County Officials to Serve on McAuliffe's 'Transition Committee'

Among them are Fairfax County Chair Sharon Bulova ,President of Northern Virginia Community College Robert Templin Jr., and several more from the area.

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Democrat Herring Leapfrogs Ahead in Attorney General Race

Fairfax County still has unresolved results.

Terry McAuliffe’s No. 1 Priority as Governor

What do you think it should be?

Voting Error Could Change Outcome of Election

The results of these ballots could prove pivotal in races such as the attorney general's.

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

Local Election Results 2013: How Annandale Voted

A precinct-by-precinct look at how Annandale voted.

Fairfax Voters 'Weren't Expecting Paper Ballots'

But precincts are looking forward to new equipment next year, county election board said.

Virginia Elections 2013: Live Updates From the Polls, Campaigns and Voters

Election Day play-by-play as voters pick next #VaGov

Election 2013: Fairfax County Elects First-Ever Female Sheriff, Stacey Kincaid

Kincaid wins with 53.74 percent of vote against Bryan Wolfe, Chris DeCarlo, Robert Rivera in sheriff’s race.

Complete Results for Virginia Election 2013, Governor Race: We Have a Winner

See running vote totals for Democrat Terry McAuliffe, Republican Ken Cuccinelli and Libertarian Robert Sarvis, live, as they come in. More totals for lieutenant governor and attorney general races.

Final Virginia Election Results 2013: Voters Re-Elect Kaye Kory, Vivian Watts

Democrat Marcus Simon also elected the new delegate of the 53rd district.

Will I Need to Bring a Photo ID on Election Day?

A law requiring photo identification at the polls was signed into law in May in Virginia. This new photo ID requirement will not take effect until July 1, 2014, but you will need to bring some form of ID.

Virginia Governor Write-Ins: Christian Grey, Robert Griffin III, Blind Dog and One Super Barista

There is a fourth option in the 2013 election: None of the Above.

Photos: Joe Biden Campaigns for McAuliffe in Annandale

The vice president visited the home of a volunteer with McAuliffe to energize more than 100 volunteers with less than 24 hours to go until Election Day.