State Sen. Adam Ebbin Makes Undercover Gun Sale Video

After introducing gun safety legislation, Ebbin hopes to prove a point by purchasing a 30-round extended clip without background check.

Fairfax Connector Running Inauguration Holiday Routes

Certain express routes will not be running Monday, Jan. 21.

Beyoncé to Sing National Anthem at Inauguration

The 16-time Grammy winner will be accompanied by The President's Own U.S. Marine Band. Other performers include Kelly Clarkson and James Taylor.

Northern Virginia Preparing for Possible Snow

Dominion Power is urging their customers to be prepared with food and an emergency plan.

Moran: Northern Virginia 'Best Place' For FBI Headquarters

Officials from Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William and Stafford counties met in Arlington to discuss six potential sites Thursday.

Mount Vernon Lawmakers Head to Richmond

Senator Toddy Puller, Del. Scott Surovell are heading to Richmond for the 2013 session of Virginia's General Assembly.

General Assembly Likely to Review Gun Laws, School Security

House of Delegates speaker says review likely to come on laws restricting gun ownership for the mentally ill.

Fairfax County's State Lawmakers to Meet Saturday with Constituents

Meeting and hearing is just days before start of next General Assembly session.

Helicopters Flying Over Mount Vernon Are Part of Radiation Assessment

Several Mount Vernon residents report hearing helicopters in the skies over the area.

FCPS: New Elementary Schools Slated for Route 1

Capital Improvement Plan proposes two new elementary schools in Route 1 corridor.

Fairfax County Will Pick Up Christmas Trees

County will recycle trees for free through mid-January.

Marshall: Some School Staff Should Carry Guns

In response to the shootings at a school in Connecticut, Del. Bob Marshall has a proposal to arm some teachers.

What's Open, What's Closed: Fairfax County Christmas Holiday Hours

Here's what Fairfax County government offices and services will be open and closed for Christmas.

Park Authority Seeks Input on Grist Mill Park Turf Field

The Park Authority is accepting public comment on converting Field 5 to a turf field.

Tips to Reduce Holiday Waste

The EPA says there are easy ways to help keep the green in the environment during the holidays.

Forbes: Virginia No. 2 in Best States for Business

The magazine ranks Virginia highly thanks to a "pro-business regulatory climate."

Virginia Tax Department to Offer Debit Cards for 2012 Tax Returns

Beginning in 2013, residents will no longer have the option to receive paper checks for refunds and can only use direct deposit to their bank account or receive a prepaid debit card.

Route 1 Widening Update: Environmental Assessment Complete

The RFP process will begin this week.

How Many in Mount Vernon Might Feel Obama Tax Rate Increase?

President Obama wants to raise tax rates on those making $250,000 or more.

Inova Health System Helps Bring Fresh Local Foods to Community

Inova's Food Stamp Enhancement Program and Buy Fresh, Buy Local sponsorship has helped encourage food stamp recipients to purchase local foods.

Vehicle, Bicycle Collisions Up in Fairfax County

Officials hopeful bicycle master plan will make roads safer for Fairfax County cyclists.

Hyland Suggests Mandatory Stop-Smoking Classes for County Employees

County supervisor ponders whether county employees who smoke can be made to take classes to stop smoking, according to news report.

Turkey 'Pardoned' by Obama in 2011 Dies at Mount Vernon

'Peace' was euthanized Monday days before 2012's turkeys arrived, CNN reported.

New Hope Housing Receives County Team Excellence Award

The local nonprofit was recognized with other agencies to streamline the county's family shelter intake system.

George Allen: 'No Intention of Running for Office Again'

Longtime politico from Mount Vernon tells Richmond Times-Dispatch it's time to get out of politics, after Nov. 6 loss.

Veterans Day Events in Northern Virginia

Local residents will commemorate Veterans Day.

Veterans Day Openings and Closures

Fairfax County government closed Monday in observance of Veterans Day. County schools are open.

Photos: New Wayfinding Signs Unveiled on Route 1

SFDC, Fairfax County, and VDOT unveiled the first of 12 wayfinding signs to be installed in November.

Mount Vernon Polling Places See Large Voter Turnout

Voters waited on long lines to cast their ballots.

George Allen Votes in Mount Vernon

The Senate candidate cast his vote in the pre-dawn hours Tuesday in Virginia.

Local Results: How Mount Vernon Voted

A look at how Mount Vernon residents voted on Tuesday.

Where to Vote in Alexandria and Mount Vernon

Find your polling location in Fairfax County for the Nov. 6 election.

Business Owners Gearing Up for Main Street U Summit

Join Patch for a half-day summit as we connect local business owners with digital experts and industry veterans.

Decorated Marine Honored with Statue Outside Marine Corps Museum

A statue of Lewis Burwell "Chesty" Puller was installed Tuesday at the National Museum of the Marine Corps.

Absentee Voting Satellite Location Opens in Mount Vernon

Absentee voters can visit these locations through Nov. 3.

Photos: Politicians Rally Volunteers in Mount Vernon

Actor Justin Long joined Virginia politicians in rallying Obama campaign volunteers to register people to vote before Oct. 15 deadline.

'A Ministry of Presence' During Times of Crisis

The Fairfax County Community Chaplains offer support during times of crisis.

Pre-Debate Advice for Paul Ryan, Joe Biden

Local image consultant weighs in on how Vice President Joe Biden and Congressman Paul Ryan should present themselves in the vice presidential debate Thursday, Oct. 11.

Fairfax Forward Community Meeting Briefs Residents on Status

The meeting will discuss a more substantial change to the existing Comprehensive Plan review process.

Vice Presidential Debate to Air Thursday Evening

Rep. Paul Ryan and Vice President Joe Biden will talk domestic and foreign policy.