Mount Vernon Families: Deadline Nears for Thomas Jefferson High Application

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology is consistently ranked as one of the best schools in the country.

Report: Suspects Rob Home, Lead Car Chase, Hit Police Cruiser

Robbery took place on Gleaves Court, according to report by WTOP.

Ebola Patient Stopped at Dulles, Jesse Matthew Investigated in 2003 Sex Assault + Boy, 6, Hit by Delivery Truck

FCC to review use of 'Redskins' on air, woman (again?) holds up pizza place and watch this pup video, leaving shelter after 154-day stay.

Report: Boy, 6, Hit by Truck in Mount Vernon

NBC-4 reports child has life-threatening injuries.

St. Aidan's Oktoberfest

Saturday, October 11, 2014 -- 8531 Riverside Road, Alexandria VA

Fordson Place Grand Opening Wednesday

Stop by from 4 to 7 p.m. today for freebies from local businesses.

Our guest speaker will be Erik Altieri, who serves as Communications Director for National NORML; also an update on legalization in DC.

NORML-National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws--Monthly Meeting--Thursday, Oct. 2@7:30 at American Tap Room, 3101 Wilson Blvd,

Teacher Facing Sex Charges, Teen's Body Found and Mitt Romney in the Region

Bank robber strikes twice, a missing endangered teen and a traffic camera revenue shortfall. Our top posts in Va. and D.C.

A Parent's Road to Recovery

NATIONAL RECOVERY MONTH: A teen’s addiction impacts an entire family.

Cold-Case Links to Hannah Graham, Bao Bao Viral Video, and Body Found Near VRE Line

Top posts in Va. and D.C., including photo ID voting requirements, local billionaires on Forbes 400 and trial begins in Laboy shooting.

Fairfax County to Hold 'Meowloween' in Honor of Furry Friends

Lots of specials, spooky fun at Fairfax County animal shelter in October.

GOOD News: Superheroes at Pumpkin Patch, Young Entrepreneurs, Blankets for Syrian Refugees, Girl with Illness Meets Hero

Upbeat stories from the past week on Patch sites in Virginia and DC.

Photo ID Requirements for Nov. 4 General Election in Virginia

Four things you need to know.

Hannah Graham Suspect Arrest, Pedestrian Killed, Silver Line Numbers and Officer Cleared in Shooting (Va. Top Posts)

Top posts in Va. and D.C. this week.

CALLING ALL K-8 STUDENTS! Learn To CHEER & PERFORM With The West Potomac HS

The West Potomac High School Cheerleaders invite you to cheer and perform with us during the First half of the WPHS homecoming Football Game

Money Magazine's Top Towns, Theater for Sale, Kickstarter Campaigns and iPhone Lines (Va. Business Headlines)

Our top business posts this week from Va. and D.C. Patch sites.

Pedestrian Killed, Bank Robbery, Kickstarter Posters and Showcase of Bands

Plus, the Find My iPad app helps locate a stolen device, and a lot of other loot. Our top posts in Va. and D.C.

Weather This Weekend in Northern Virginia

What's it going to be like outside?

Police: Bank Robbed at Gunpoint on Fort Hunt Road

Police are investigating a robbery Thursday morning at Wells Fargo Bank.

'WOW' Houses: Restored Treasures, Secluded Gardens, Comfy Porches + Loads of Space

Take a look at some of the special properties on the market in Northern Virginia and DC, recently featured on our Patch sites.

Weekend in the Parks: Wagon Rides, Farm Animals, S'Mores Around the Campfire

There's lots doing this weekend in Fairfax County parks.

Latinoamerican Fest, Lethal Force 'Justified,' Historic Theater for Sale, DC OKs Concealed Handguns

Plus, Jesse Matthew, suspect in disappearance of UVA sophomore Heather Graham, won't fight extradition to VA. Our top posts from VA and DC.

Suspect in Hannah Graham Disappearance Arrested in Texas

Jesse Matthew is charged with abduction, attempt to defile.

Silver Line, Case Against Severance, Restaurant Inspections and Body-Worn Cop Cameras

Plus, police say a victim kicked a purse snatcher in the face. Top posts from our Va. and D.C. Patch sites.

Dispose of Prescription Medicines

Help reduce the risk of prescription drug abuse by taking part in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday, Sept. 27

Suspect Charged in UVA Missing Student Case, Deputy Pleads Guilty to Shoplifting, Streetcar Vote, Rain on the Way + Wigged Robber

Top posts from our Patch sites in Northern Virginia and DC.

Northern Virginia Group Collecting Blankets for Syrian Refugees

Last year more than 18,000 blankets were collected and shipped to Turkey.

'Person of Interest' in Disappearance, Adult Bites Toddler, Top Places to Live and Meningitis Scare

Top posts from our Patch sites in Va. and D.C.

Prescription Drug Takeback Day is Coming Up on Saturday

Drop off medicines anonymously at police stations around the county.

Police Charge Man, 71, with Alleged Abduction/Sex Offense

Incident took place Friday afternoon on Lockheed Boulevard.

GOOD News: Power of a Smile at School, Cycle Tour of Public Art, NatureFest, Big Apple Circus + First Bee-Safe Community in VA

Uplifting news from the past week, from our Patch sites in Northern Virginia and DC.

'WOW' Houses: Flagstone Patios, Cozy Cul-de-Sacs, Marble Baths + Wraparound Porches

Take a look at some of the special properties on the market in Northern Virginia and DC, recently featured on our Patch sites.

Missing Local Grad, Meningitis Death, No Gunman at School and Teen in Go Kart Crash Recovering

The top posts from the past week in Va. and D.C. And, how you can post to your local Patch.

NEXUS NEWS What's being done about kids?

NEXUS: What county and school collaborations help kids? Go To: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/demogrph/youthpdf.htm

Outlet Openings, 'Upscale' ABC Store, Chuy's Mexican, Loehmann's Plaza Name Change and More

The top business posts from the past week in Va. and D.C.

'Person of Interest' in Hannah Graham Search, Dulles Plane Pull Saturday, No Gunman at School and Dachshund Race

Top posts from Va. and D.C.

Subtracting as You Add: The Costs of Building an Addition

Is your family outgrowing your space? Or is there a room you’ve dreamed of that’s not a part of your current floor plan?

Your 2014 Guide to Fall Fun in Northern Virginia

Festivals, Halloween, parades and more!

Chamber to Host 8th Congressional District Nominees Oct. 9

Come meet candidates Micah Edmond and Don Beyer at a business breakfast at Belle Haven Country Club.

8th Congressional District Candidates Forum

8th District Congressional Candidates Forum