Judge Steve Shannon has been named chief judge of the Fairfax Circuit Court, succeeding Chief Judge Penney Azcarate effective July 1.
Fairfax City Council adopted a green building policy, updated subdivision rules and approved future pay raises.
A new court ruling scuttled Virginia's SNAP restrictions, which were due to go into effect later this year.
Eleven candidates are on the ballot in November's Fairfax City Council race, while two new candidates are seeking the open mayor's seat.
Fairfax City voters can begin casting ballots for Virginia's primary election on June 18. Here's who is on the ballot.
Fairfax City Council will hold public hearings on green building rules, subdivision changes and council pay.
Fairfax City Council unanimously approved updates to its noise ordinance, including new rules for amplified sound and penalties.
Fairfax City planners reviewed an updated proposal for apartments, office, retail and public space on Chain Bridge Road.
The Fairfax City Planning Commission will discuss a mixed-use Chain Bridge Road project and possible updates to four small area plans.
Katherine Johnson Middle School students shared green redevelopment ideas for Northfax and Courthouse Plaza.
June proclaimed LGBTQIA+ Pride Month in Fairfax City ahead of Stacey C. Sherwood Center celebration on Saturday.
Fairfax protesters criticized ICE policies days after Gov. Abigail Spanberger approved limits on masks for law enforcement officers.
Fairfax City Council discussed whether to adopt a code of ethics, debating time, scope and enforcement of such a code.
Incumbent U.S. Rep. James Walkinshaw (D-11th) confirmed he was the Democratic Party's official candidate in the Nov. 3 general election.
Fairfax City is considering realigning the Wilcoxon Trail extension to Draper/Beach drives and conducting a $110K feasibility survey.
Fairfax Sen. Saddam Salim praised the signing of a police identification bill while criticizing the veto of ICE arrest restrictions measure.
Governor Spanberger signed a ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. The NRA filed a lawsuit challenging the law.
Gov. Spanberger signs health care bills at Inova Schar Cancer Institute, capping insulin costs and expanding coverage for Virginia patients.
Fairfax City Council unanimously backs a 20-year waste plan focused on recycling, composting and tighter rules at the curb.
Fairfax City Council backs higher utility and BPOL rates to fund infrastructure, schools and employee pay boosts
Fairfax City Council will consider increases to meals, lodging, and utility taxes during its May 5 budget adoption meeting.
Fairfax City Council votes 6-0 to advance the $127M Willard-Sherwood project after financial revisions cut tax impacts.
Meeting transcripts show overwhelming support for the Willard-Sherwood Health and Community Center, citing safety concerns at Green Acres.
VDOT requests $3.5 million from Fairfax City following the George Snyder Trail cancellation, while offering to coordinate on repayment.
Fairfax City voters approved a constitutional amendment on redistricting Tuesday, with 67 percent support across all six city precincts.
City residents at Thursday's meeting prioritized schools and infrastructure, while many favored delaying projects over cutting services.
Expectation Church files a special permit amendment to expand its Braddock Road campus, adding 450 seats and new facilities.
Fairfax City must repay the state $3.5 million for the terminated George Snyder Trail by July 2027.
Residents urge Fairfax City Council to approve the Willard Sherwood project amid fears of a deadlocked vote on project bonds.
Former Fairfax City Councilmember Janice Miller testifies in support of the Willard-Sherwood Health and Community Center.
City leaders review senior services, tax relief for homeowners, and the upcoming Sherwood Center to support a growing older population.
The Fairfax state senator said his campaign for Congress will focus on working families, housing, justice and empathy.
No Kings demonstrations will be taking place across the country on Saturday. Here's where to find one near you.
Fairfax County leaders worked to prevent Richmond lawmakers from plans to "jam a casino into Tysons," one supervisor said.
After a school official voiced support for the Willard-Sherwood project, she received a councilmember's text critical of her testimony.
The Fairfax City Council set the maximum tax rate for Fiscal Year 2027 at a higher rate than the city manager proposed.
Voters in Virginia will cast their ballots on a proposed constitutional amendment regarding congressional district redrawing.
The proposed budget aims for long-term stability and responsible investment, including adjustments to real estate and meals taxes.
Dan Helmer, a veteran and member of the Virginia House of Delegates, is running for the new Seventh Congressional District seat.
Fairfax City Council discussed the FY 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program, focusing on cost changes on three priority projects.