Hiker Rescued By Helicopter From Scott's Run Nature Preserve

Scott's Run Nature Preserve boasts some of the best views in Fairfax County, but some of its trails can be deceptively dangerous.

Drug Take Back Day Collects More Than 1,000 Pounds Of Medication

The 31st Annual Drug Take Back Day is designed to prevent accidental poisoning, overdose, and abuse and misuse of prescription drugs.

Widow Of Prominent Fairfax Prosecutor Injured In Pedestrian Crash

Monica Horan remains hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle Monday near University Mall in Fairfax. Police are investigating.

Fairfax Woman Charged With Assaulting Officers During Arrest At City Store

A Fairfax woman faces a felony assault charge after an incident at Wawa. Court records list a Jan. 13 hearing.

Woman Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries In Fairfax Crash: Police

The crash occurred on the 10600 block of Braddock Road, near the University Mall Shopping Center.

Endangered 15-Year-Old Girl Found: Police

Fairfax City police said they found the 15-year-old near Allison Circle after she was last seen on Friday.

Fairfax County Participating In Drug Take Back Day On Saturday

Nine locations will open around Fairfax County to accept expired and unused medications from residents on Saturday.

Fairfax County Police Arrest Man With 2 Loaded Guns After Foot Chase

An 18-year-old Herndon man faces weapons charges after Fairfax County detectives found two loaded firearms in his waistband, police said.

Fairfax NAACP Unveils Plan Targeting Housing, Police Surveillance, Schools

A new action plan seeks changes to police surveillance, affordable housing, school funding and county contracts.

Fairfax Resident Among 3 Arrested In Massive Prostitution Bust In Prince William County

A multi-jurisdictional anti-prostitution operation has resulted in three arrests and the closure of several massage businesses.

Pedestrian Killed In Route 28 Crash Identified: Police

A 32-year-old woman was named as the victim in a fatal pedestrian accident Tuesday night.

Fairfax Woman Identified As Pedestrian Killed In Route 28 Crash: Police

A 32-year-old woman was named as the victim in a fatal pedestrian accident Tuesday night.

Garbage Truck Driver Charged In Fatal Fairfax City Crash That Killed 13-Year-Old

Maryland man was charged after a garbage truck struck and killed a 13-year-old FCPS student riding an e-bike in Fairfax City.

Missing 15-Year-Old Last Seen Near Fairfax Square, Police Say

Fairfax City Police are asking for help locating 15-year-old Josiah Johnson, who was last seen Sept. 25 near Fairfax Square.

Passenger Injured In I-66 Shooting In Fairfax: Police

Virginia State Police are investigating a shooting that injured a passenger on eastbound I-66 near Nutley Street in Fairfax County.

Fairfax City Police Expanding Alert System For Emergencies, Traffic And Police Activity

Fairfax City Police will expand its alert system Sept. 28 to provide updates about emergencies, police activity and traffic issues.

Missing 14-Year-Old Girl Last Seen In Fairfax City Located: Police

Fairfax City Police say that a 14-year-old girl who was reported missing on Sept. 16 has been located,

FCPS Student Killed In Fairfax City Crash As Superintendent Urges Road Safety

A 13-year-old FCPS student riding a bicycle died in a Fairfax City crash as officials urged families to review traffic safety.

Fairfax City Marks 25th Anniversary Of 9/11 Terror Attacks

Fairfax City marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks with ceremonies honoring the victims and first responders.

2 Drivers Charged After Fiery I-66 Express Lanes Crash Kills 3 In Fairfax County

Two drivers face reckless driving charges after an I-66 Express Lanes crash in Fairfax County killed two adults and a juvenile.

3 Killed As SUV Hits Truck Carrying Oxygen Tanks On I-66, VA State Police Say

Two people have been charged with reckless driving that state police say led to the crash; the SUV caught fire, killing its 3 occupants.

FCPS Bus Attendant Charged With Assaulting Student Multiple Times: Police

A Burke man faces four assault charges after Fairfax City police reviewed video from a school bus transporting students to a summer program.

17-Year-Old Girl Missing In Fairfax County Located: VSP

A 17-year-old girl reported missing Sunday in Fairfax County has been located, according to authorities.

Missing 15-Year-Old Known To Frequent Fairfax City And Herndon

Josiah Johnson, 15, was last seen Wednesday and is known to frequent Fairfax City and Herndon, police said.

Missing Endangered 16-Year-Old Last Seen In Annandale Located: Police

A 16-year-old girl reported missing in Annandale has been located, according to authorities.

Police Seek To Identify Suspect In Fairfax City Church Burglary

Fairfax City police released surveillance images of a suspect in an Aug. 10 burglary at Truro Church on Main Street.

Fairfax Man Charged With Assault At Main Street Goodwill

Fairfax City police charged Robert Edmanson, 36, with assault and giving officers false identifying information at Goodwill.

Fairfax Man Dies In I-495 Crash; Annandale Driver Charged With DUI

A Fairfax man died in an I-495 crash, and an Annandale driver was seriously injured and charged with DUI, police said.

Fairfax Man Charged With Trespassing, Giving False Name After Garage Return

Fairfax police charged a 33-year-old man with trespassing and giving false information after he returned to a parking garage.

Fairfax County Traffic Stop Leads To Federal Illegal Reentry Indictment

A man stopped in Fairfax County in 2025 was indicted on a federal illegal reentry charge after ICE arrested him in July.

Fairfax Man Indicted On Federal Illegal Reentry Charge After Prior Deportation, Drug Conviction

Federal prosecutors say a Fairfax man illegally reentered the U.S. after deportation following a prior drug felony conviction.

Fairfax Man Charged In Drug Arrest Had Multiple Pending Cases Across NoVA

A Fairfax man arrested on a felony drug charge Sunday had multiple pending criminal cases in Northern Virginia courts.

Fairfax Police Seek Public's Help Identifying Suspects In 3 Unrelated Theft Cases

Fairfax police released photos of suspects wanted in three unrelated theft investigations at Ulta Beauty, Home Depot and Giant.

Three People Charged After Fight Inside Fairfax City Store, Police Say

Three people were charged with assault and battery after a fight inside a Fairfax City store, police said.

Elderly Driver Crashes Into Fairfax Farmers Market Stand, Injuring Adult, Child

An adult and child suffered non-life-threatening injuries after an elderly driver crashed into a Fairfax farmers market stand Saturday.

TikTok Prank Leads To Assault Charges After Water-Spraying Incident At NoVA Grocery Store

A Falls Church man faces assault charges after police say a TikTok prank involving water spraying targeted three people.

McLean Woman Charged After Dog Found In Hot Vehicle At Fairfax Commons

McLean woman faces an animal cruelty charge after police said a dog was left in a hot vehicle at Fairfax Commons.

Burglars Steal Safe, Cash From Fairfax City Restaurant: Police

Burglars broke Sarku Japan's front-door glass before stealing cash and a safe, according to Fairfax City police.

Man Charged With Robbery, Malicious Wounding After Assault, Police Say

Police say a man robbed and assaulted a stranger in Fairfax City. He faces felony charges with a Sept. 23 hearing.

Fairfax Soccer Coach Charged In Alleged $60K International Camp Scam

Fairfax police charged a soccer coach with 26 felony counts after an alleged scam involving Italy soccer camp trips.