Water Main Break Closes Part Of Richmond Highway In Fairfax County

Police said the northbound lanes have reopened, but the southbound lanes remain closed for an extended period.

$10M Grant For Richmond Highway Bus Rapid Transit Accepted By Board

Express Lanes toll revenue is supporting the future Bus Rapid Transit, which will provide quicker bus service along Richmond Highway.

Richmond Highway Bus Rapid Transit Update Set For January

An open house will provide an overview of the Richmond Highway Bus Rapid Transit project and next steps.

New Capital Bikeshare Stations Proposed In Mount Vernon District

Fairfax County's Mount Vernon District could get its first Capital Bikeshare locations with rentable bikes.

Water Main Break Closes Road In Hybla Valley: Police

A water main break is being repaired on a major route connecting to Richmond Highway on Friday, according to Fairfax County Police.

Latest Thanksgiving Travel Outlook In VA, DC: Busy Roads, Heavy Rain

Here's when the DC region and Virginia are expected to see the heaviest congestion during the Thanksgiving 2023 travel period.

New Rollins Drive Intersection Concept Presented In Fort Hunt

VDOT has revised its concept for Rollins Drive at Fort Hunt Road after public feedback was largely against a temporary closure.

Bus Rapid Transit Project Update For Richmond Highway Coming Up

An upcoming open house will provide an overview of the Richmond Highway Bus Rapid Transit project and next steps.

Express Lanes Extension Proposal Gets Town Hall In Route 1 Corridor

As VDOT studies extending the I-495 Express Lanes across the Woodrow Wilson Bridge, local leaders will hold a town hall.

Metrorail Consideration Sought For I-495 Express Lanes Extension Study

Local leaders are pushing for VDOT to not exclude a Metrorail extension in its I-495 Express Lanes extension study.

GW Parkway Improvements: See Traffic, Environmental Impacts

An environmental analysis details expected traffic and environmental impacts of construction on the southern GW Parkway and adjacent trail.

Options For Capital Beltway Express Lanes Extension Revealed

A study on extending the I-495 Express Lanes beyond the Woodrow Wilson Bridge announced possible roadway configurations.

How Rent Prices Changed Near Huntington Metro Stops Since 2022

Rent prices are on the rise near a majority of Metro's stops but not the Huntington Metro.

Road Diet, More NPS Proposals For Southern GW Parkway Analyzed

Public feedback is sought for an analysis of proposed improvements on the southern George Washington Parkway, including a road diet.

Metro To Georgetown, National Harbor: Long-Term Options Explored

Metro is seeking feedback on potential extensions, including extending Blue or Silver Line service to more stations.

Richmond Highway Concerns Extend Beyond New Speed Limit

A survey found more opposition than support for Richmond Highway's new speed limit and lingering safety concerns in Fairfax County.

Richmond Highway Lower Speed Limit: Take Our Survey

Over a month since a portion of Richmond Highway changed to a 35 mph speed limit, Patch wants to know your thoughts. Fill out our survey.

Bike Lanes, New Street Grids: Route 1 Corridor Projects To Be Proposed

Transportation projects are recommended as the county plans for a more multimodal mixed-use Richmond Highway corridor.

Richmond Highway Speed Limit To Be Reduced To 35 Mph Over 7 Miles

Richmond Highway's current speed limit of 45 mph over about seven miles will be reduced in the coming week.

Mount Vernon Trail Bridge Replacement To Begin In Belle Haven

Bridge replacement on the Mount Vernon trail south of Alexandria City will reduce the northbound GW Parkway to one lane.

Fort Hunt Road Bike Lanes Proposal Set For Public Meeting

Fairfax County considers road restriping proposals during the annual repaving process, and Fort Hunt Road could get bike lanes.

GW Parkway Repairs Continue In Fort Hunt After Weather Delay

The National Park Service rescheduled weekend repairs on southbound George Washington Memorial Parkway in the Fort Hunt area.

As Cherry Blossom Peak Arrives, Metro Boosts Train Service

With cherry blossoms set to peak later this week if warm weather holds, Metro is increasing frequency of trains.

Potential Route 1 Bus Rapid Transit Artwork Open For Feedback

Residents can select their favorite artwork created by students for the Richmond Highway Bus Rapid Transit stations.

Road Work To Prompt Lane Closures On GW Parkway In Fort Hunt

The National Park Service says drivers should prepare for delays during road work on the George Washington Memorial Parkway.

Bus Rapid Transit Station Artwork For Richmond Highway To Be Shared

Art created by students for Bus Rapid Transit stations in the Richmond Highway corridor will be shared at an upcoming meeting.

Free Fairfax Connector Rides For More Kids Proposed In Fairfax County

Fairfax Connector could eliminate fares for more children while a half-fare program for low-income residents prepares to launch.

Temporary Changes To Fort Hunt Intersection Spurred By Safety Concerns

VDOT shared a proposal to temporary close an intersection with Fort Hunt Road due to safety concerns for drivers and pedestrians.

Temporary Closure Of Fort Hunt Intersection To Be Proposed By VDOT

An intersection in Fort Hunt will be temporarily closed due to safety concerns, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.

Transportation Projects In Route 1 Corridor In NVTA Long-Range Plan

Northern Virginia Transportation Authority has 424 transportation projects in its long-range plan, including 14 around the Route 1 corridor.

GW Parkway, Mount Vernon Trail Improvement Plan To Be Presented

The National Park Service could seek a new road diet on sections of the southern GW Parkway and widening of the Mount Vernon Trail.

Pedestrian, Bicyclist Projects Funded By Fairfax County Supervisors

Supervisors allocated funds for crosswalk improvements, trail and sidewalk maintenance projects, and speed display signage.

Tractor Trailer Crash, Bus Driver Availability: NoVA, DC AM Traffic

Good morning, Northern Virginia. Here's everything you need to know for your Wednesday morning commute.

3 Station Names Revisited For Richmond Highway Bus Rapid Transit

Fairfax County will hold an open house as it reconsiders names of three of the nine planned Bus Rapid Transit stations.

Lanes Closed On I-395, Other Crashes: DC, NoVA Morning Traffic

Good morning, Northern Virginia. Here's everything you need to know for your Wednesday morning commute.

Fare-Free Virginia Railway Express Arrives In September

Virginia Railway Express, a commuter rail connecting Northern Virginia and DC, will be free in September and select stations in October.

Median Rent Increases Near Huntington Metro Stop Since 2021: Report

A new report from RentHop shows median one-bedroom rents increased near most Metro stops from 2021 to 2022.

Ridership Drops Could Mean Less Funding For Virginia Transit Agencies

Some Virginia transit agencies are projected to see a drop-off in state funding support, following back-to-back years of pandemic relief.

Lanes Closed For I-95 Crashes, Metro Delays: DC, NoVA AM Traffic

Good morning, Northern Virginia. Here's everything you need to know for your Monday morning commute.

Lower Richmond Highway Speed Limit Not Supported By Many In Survey

We asked readers about the preliminary recommendation for a 35 speed limit and what safety concerns they have on Richmond Highway.