Virginia Takes Legal Action Against Trump Executive Order on Refugee Ban

Virginia AG takes action to "protect the Commonwealth's sovereign interests and vindicate civil rights."

Raw Sewage, Predatory Lending Address and U.S. 1 Funding Update

State Sen. Scott Surovell provides an update on the General Assembly session.

Presidential Inauguration Watch Party Coming to West Potomac

School will be out, but students and teacher will gather to live tweet their reactions to presidential inauguration.

Town Hall with Lawmakers Coming Up Feb. 11

Come and talk about issues important to you and your neighbors with lawmakers who represent you in Richmond.

Fort Belvoir Commander to Speak at Chamber Breakfast

Col. Angie Holbrook Holbrooke will provide an update on the installation and plans for improvements at Chamber breakfast Feb. 9.

FCC Warns 'Don't Answer Calls from Unknown Numbers'

If you don't recognize a phone number calling you, the FCC advises to let it go to voicemail to avoid scammers this time of year.

Distracted Driving Top Priority for Sen. Scott Surovell

State Sen. Scott Surovell plans to introduce 40 bills during session that begins Wednesday in Richmond.

Nominations Sought For New Fairfax Civilian Review Panel

The newly established panel will review complaints concerning alleged misconduct by Fairfax County police officers.

Fairfax County Water Pollution Meeting Tuesday Night in Mount Vernon

Learn how Fairfax County is trying to stop water pollution Tuesday at meeting from 6 to 8 p.m., at Mount Vernon Government Center.

Mandatory Seat Belt Law Proposed for All Vehicle Occupants in Virginia

Idea for the seat belt bill came from a West Potomac High student, says Del. Paul Krizek, who is introducing the bill.

Miss the Embark Richmond Highway Meeting? Watch Presentation Here

If you could not join Supervisor Storck last month for the Embark Richmond Highway meeting, you can watch a video presentation below.

State Sen. Scott Surovell: Expand Early Voting Now in Northern Virginia

"There is no question that the legislature should pass what’s called 'no excuse' early voting."

Republican Ed Gillespie Launches Campaign for Governor of Virginia

Gillespie faces three fellow Republicans in a primary next year in run for governor of Virginia.

Fairfax County 'Committed to Celebrating Diversity Under New Administration'

"We do not ask, nor do we have the resources for, our police officers to become immigration officials," says Sharon Bulova.

Election 2016: Clinton Beats Trump in Fairfax County

Clinton at 63 percent of the vote with 99 percent of the precincts reporting.

Election 2016: Meals Tax + More Also on the Ballot Tuesday

Voters will weigh in on measures impacting Fairfax County on Election Day, as well as two proposed constitutional amendments.

County Supervisors Delay Vote on Bock's Farm Rezoning

Also, a reader clears up "misrepresentations" made in a previously published Letter to the Editor about the rezoning issue.

MVCCA Votes 10-6 to Rescind Resolution Supporting Development of Bock Farm

Supervisor Storck plans to meet with a neighborhood group Thursday night and a protest is planned for Sunday over the development issue.

Letter to the Editor: Group Opposes Rezoning of Farm

Group says they have concerns about density, traffic, inadequate dialogue with community and more.

Surovell Announces Second Annual Puller Institute

The second annual Puller Institute is now accepting 2017 applicants.

Letter to the Editor: Group Plans Protest Tuesday of Vote to Rezone Land

Fairfax County Board of Supervisors plans to vote on rezoning of land Tuesday.

Your 2016 Ballot: Yes for Widows, No for 'Right to Work'

Column by State Sen. Scott Surovell, Senator, 36th District of Virginia

What's Embark Richmond Highway?

Embark Richmond Highway is a multi-year project to bring bus rapid transit to the corridor. Watch a video here, prepared by Fairfax County.

Trash Pickup Information for Columbus Day Monday, Oct. 10 in Fairfax County

Will there be trash pickup on the holiday?

Fairfax County Residents to Gather Wednesday to Discuss Meals Tax Referendum

The Mount Vernon Council of Citizens’ Association will host the discussion on the referendum Sept. 28 in Fairfax County.

Supervisor Storck Invites Community to Discussion with Police Chief

The discussion is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 19 from 7-8:30 p.m.

The Latest People Stiffed By Donald Trump — His Own Advisers: Report

The Washington Post spoke with former campaign policy workers who never received payment they said was promised.

Monday: Future of Richmond Highway: Community Meeting

Got something to say? Now's your chance to ask questions, discuss concerns about future of Richmond Highway.

Sen. Surovell Receives Fourth Environmental Award of 2016

Senator Scott A. Surovell (D-36) was honored with a 100 percent/A+ from the Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club.

High-Speed Rail: Surovell Appointed to Commission

Commission’s goal is to educate, advocate for expansion of fast, frequent and reliable rail service linking Virginia to East Coast.

Child Porn Conviction: Former Little League Umpire Sentenced

Donald Essex pled guilty to knowingly possessing more than 600 images of child pornography. He has been in custody since his arrest.

The State Budget: More for Schools, the Disabled, State Troopers

This week, state Sen. Scott Surovell details some of the important features of the state budget that help the entire state.

Week #6: Electronic Textbooks, Sunshine and Other Bills Move

By Scott Surovell. As we pass the mid-point of this General Assembly session, many bills are moving.

Gov. McAuliffe Compromises on Gun Permit Rules

Governor gets backing of GOP lawmakers on gun measure while reportedly walking away from revoking permits from 25 states.

County Announces Trash Collection Schedule for This Week

Historic winter snowstorm is playing havoc with area schedules, from school to trash pickup in Fairfax County.

Del. Paul Krizek Proposes Community Solar Panels

Legislation encourages the construction of residential scale solar panels at a community level.

My Committees and Legislative Agenda Part II

Last week, the 2016 General Assembly gaveled into action and I became your State Senator for Virginia’s 36th District.

Surovell Previews 2016 Legislative Agenda

Predatory lending, transportation, consumer protection, environmental protection and more coming from soon-to-be Sen. Surovell.

Father Who Lost Son to Opioid Overdose to Attend State of the Union

Sen. Tim Kaine has invited Don Flattery as his guest to President Obama's final State of the Union address Tuesday.

Christmas Tree Disposal in Fairfax County

Here are the dates when the county will pick up your tree.