Arlington County Board Candidates to Square Off Next Monday in Debate

County Board member John Vihstadt and Alan Howze will talk local issues at George Mason University's Arlington campus.

Sen. Warner Stands Up for Arlington, 'Because We Got Soul'

Politician was reacting to commentary that county is 'soulless,' by New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand.

U.S. Senator from New York Calls Arlington a 'Soulless Suburb'

Senator disses county in her new book, "Off the Sidelines."

Hot Car Deaths: Should Government Mandate Technology?

After a deadly summer of children left in hot cars, a mother is calling on a government fix. What do you think?

Vihstadt on DC Olympics: Arlington County Taxpayers, Schools Come First

County Board Member Vihstadt says Board Chair's interest in luring Olympics to Arlington County is premature before committing public funds.

McDonnell Jury Reaches Verdict

Jurors in the public corruption trial of former Va. governor Bob McDonnell and his wife, Maureen, have reached a verdict.

Political Opponents Howze, Vihstadt Square Off on Arlington Streetcar

Vihstadt: "Unlike my opponent, I believe that the way to deal most effectively...is not to build the streetcar in the first place!

McDonnell Moved Out Days Before Trial Started

On the stand, former governor plays down state favors for drug-maker, but he opens up about marriage woes.

Same-Sex Marriage On Hold in Virginia

Supreme Court grants delay of Appeals Court ruling that struck down Virginia's gay marriage ban.

'Rip' Sullivan Wins Special Election; Will Represent 48th District in Virginia House of Delegates

Sullivan, of McLean, gets 62.21 percent of vote.

Election Results for Virginia 48th House of Delegates Special Election

Check back here for results tonight. Polls will be open Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. See participating precincts in the story.

Defense Lawyers Take Turn Attacking Maureen McDonnell

As defense begins calling its witnesses in Bob McDonnell corruption trial, effort underway to return to unhappy couple narrative.

Special Election Tuesday for Virginia's 48th House of Delegates District

Polls will be open Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. See participating precincts in the story.

Court's Cold Feet May Delay Same-Sex Marriage in Virginia

All eyes on Supreme Court after Circuit Court says gays and lesbians can marry Aug. 20.

Sen. Kaine to Campaign for 'Rip' Sullivan Prior to Special Election

Debate between Sullivan and David Foster is Monday night at George Mason's Arlington campus. Special election is Aug. 19.

Arlington Transit Bus Undergoing Maintenance After Crash

No injuries.

Arlington County Updates Noise Ordinance; Penalties for Repeaters

Top complaints from community include loud parties or gatherings, construction noise, animal noise and live entertainment venues.

Vihstadt: Cease All Planning on Columbia Pike Streetcar Until Voters Decide

"If voter referendum is to be 'truly meaningful and anything beyond a political gimmick or a campaign stunt,' it is imperative that the County Board direct the County Manager to immediately cease all County expenditures relating to streetcars."

Sen. Kaine Encourages Hillary Clinton to Run for President

GMU Arlington Campus to Host Forum for Democratic Candidates in 8th Congressional District

The forum will be preceded at 6:35 p.m. with an acknowledgment of Congressman Jim Moran’s 23 years of service.

John Vihstadt Weighs In on Proposal for Public Vote on Columbia Pike Streetcar

"Not a penny more of taxpayer dollars should be spent on promoting, planning for, or in any way implementing Arlington streetcars until such a referendum is held and Arlington voters have had their say once again."

Del. Scott Surovell Endorses Patrick Hope in 8th Congressional District Democratic Primary Race

Surovell's district has the highest number of primary voters who lack a hometown candidate in the race, the campaign pointed out.

Absentee Voting Underway in 8th Congressional District Democratic Primary

Primary is June 10; if you can't make it that day, you can vote absentee. There are 19 different reasons that a person may choose from for voting absentee.

Should Your State Legalize Pot?

With the economical benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?

Arlington County Board Reduces Real Estate Tax Rate in FY 2015 Budget Mark-up

"The Board had to make some tough decisions," said Arlington County Board Chair Jay Fisette.

Money Race: Beyer Leads Among 8th Congressional District Candidates

Democratic primary is less than two months away, June 10.

Arlington County Board Chair Apologizes for 'Latino Time' Comment

Jay Fisette joked that fellow board member Walter Tejada was late to John Vihstadt's swearing-in ceremony Friday because he was on 'Latino time.'

Congressman Moran 'Cussed Out' Over Suggestion to Raise Congressional Pay

Office received 'thousands' of calls, many with expletives, he said, after he told Roll Call about a proposal to hike pay of members of Congress.

Democratic Candidates for 8th Congressional District to Meet in First Public Forum

Q&A public forum is set for this Saturday, April 12 from 4-6 p.m. at Mount Vernon High School.

John Vihstadt Wins in Arlington Special Election Upset: First GOP Member of County Board Since 1999

Columbia Pike streetcar project was big issue for voters.

Arlington to Hold Special Election Tuesday for County Board Seat

Polling places will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Adam Ebbin Wins 8th Congressional District Straw Poll in Alexandria

Alexandria Mayor Bill Euille takes second place in the poll. Event was sponsored Sunday by the Alexandria Democratic Committee.

Oprah in Arlington: 'I Came Here Tonight to Support Lavern Chatman'

Chatman is one of a dozen Democrats running in a primary for Virginia's 8th congressional District seat, currently held by Congressman Jim Moran.

Oprah's Coming: Lavern Chatman Campaign Releases More Tix to Saturday Fundraiser

Theme of event in Crystal City is empowering women and girls.

Arlington County Study Shows Streetcar Trumps Bus in Economic Impact

Arlingtons for Sensible Transit say $98,000 study told the county what they wanted to hear.

Artisphere Displays Artwork from Congressional Art Competition

The Artisphere gallery in Arlington will display the Congressional Art Competition artwork from 12 local high schools from Wednesday to May 4.

Patrick Hope Tops Arlington Young Democrats' Straw Poll in 8th Congressional District Race

Oprah to Headline Fundraiser in Arlington for Lavern Chatman Congressional Campaign

The fundraiser is set for Saturday, April 5.

Latest Straw Poll Puts Don Beyer on Top in 8th Congressional District Race

Beyer has won two straw polls among Democrats running in crowded race for 8th congressional District seat.

Arlington County Board OKs New Hotel Near Courthouse Metro

The eight-story, 161-room hotel will be located on the northwest corner of Wilson Blvd and N. Adams Street.