Hurricane Season Peak: Share Your Storm Stories, Preparation Tips

The slow storm season has been a relief to many, but tropical weather tends to pick up right about…now.

Sobriety Checkpoint, Motorcycle Death, Restaurant Week and Lemonade Stand Robbed

Plus, 152 open house events in the region this weekend. Our top posts from Va. and D.C.

Daughter Shot, Same-Sex Marriage, Smoke at Dulles and Teacher Shortage

Plus, TV producer wants to know Virginia's top haunts. Our top posts from Va. and D.C.

Ribbon-Cutting for Jeff Todd Way Set for Aug. 25

The road will officially open on Monday, Aug. 18.

Court's Cold Feet May Delay Same-Sex Marriage in Virginia

All eyes on Supreme Court after Circuit Court says gays and lesbians can marry Aug. 20.

Weekend: Kayaking, Campfires, Wagon Rides + More

Lots going on at Fairfax County parks this weekend.

Same-Sex Marriage, Gunpoint Carjacking, Nuggets Recall and the 'Best' Southern Restaurants

Plus, a former shelter dog has joined an area police department. Our top posts from Va. and D.C.

After the Rain: How to Deal with Flooding in Your Yard

Some areas of Northern Virginia saw more than 4 inches of rain Tuesday. Fairfax County offers useful tips after heavy rain this week.

Suspect Demands Money, Punches Pedestrian Tuesday in 22306

Incident took place Tuesday afternoon along Richmond Highway.

Daily Digest: Flooded Roads, $5 Felines, Principal's Bogus Resume, Mosque Vandalized + Dairy Godmother on the Radio

Plus phony police officer dialing for dollars, woman fights off female attackers + hundreds without power after fire truck strikes pole.

NWS Issues Flood Warning for Some Areas of Northern Virginia

At 1:17 p.m., the NWS issued a Flood Warning for Fairfax City, Fairfax County, Fairfax City, Manassas, Manassas Park, Prince William County.

Toddler Killed, Fastest Internet, Storm Forecast, Teen Dies From Stunt and Baby Tapir Born

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

Police: Woman Holds Up Convenience Store at Knifepoint

Officers make arrest in Sunday morning incident.

GOOD News: Bao Bao's Birthday, Affordable Housing, Sunset Cinema + School Supply Drives

Heartwarming and positive stories from our Patch sites in Northern Virginia and DC.

'WOW' Houses: Private Pond, 11 Bathrooms, Luxe Reston Condo, River Views

Plus landscaped acres, wet bars and marble countertops in some of Northern Virginia and DC's most extravagant properties.

Welcome To Boxtrolls Patch!

Excited for the new movie "Boxtrolls"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the world where the Boxtrolls live with Boxtrolls Patch!

General Killed, Silver Line, Family Murder-Suicide, Zoo Bomb Threat and McDonnell Trial Weirdness

Our top posts from the past week at Patch sites in Virginia and D.C.

Five Guys Remodel, Uber Legal, Grand Openings, New Restaurants and 'Save our Butts!'

Top business posts from our Virginia and D.C. Patch sites this week.

Concert Deaths: Should We Confront Dangerous Drug Culture?

Deaths and dozens of injuries this summer appear to be drug related. What’s the fix?

'Cocaine Caramels,' Sobriety Checkpoint, Zoo Bomb Threat, Kids Left in Cars and More

Plus, two women punch and kick a purse snatcher. Top posts from our Patch sites in Va. and D.C.

Daily Digest: Shake Shack, McDonnell Trial, Fatal Crash + Peeping Tom at Shopping Center

Plus cyclists plan anti-nuke ride in DC Saturday, rabid cat bites woman in Springfield and Pr. William County Fair starts Friday.

Police Report Peeping Incident in 22309

Resident saw a man looking into the room Wednesday night, just before 10 p.m. on Claremont Woods Drive.

Weekend: Outdoor Concerts, Puppet Show, Drive-In Movie, Big Band Music

Fairfax County Newswire details events taking place this weekend around Fairfax County.

'Shop with the Sheriff' Sends Children on Back-to-School Shopping Spree

The 23rd annual Shop with the Sheriff program will send 40 children from local homeless shelters on a shopping spree Thursday, Aug. 14.

Local General Killed, Marijuana Vote, Robbery Bomb Threat and $100,000 Lottery Winner, Twice!

Plus, Virginia State Police is increasing patrols this weekend on one busy route. Our top posts from Va. and D.C.

Fairfax County School Highlights, Changes Coming for 2014-2015

New elementary school, calendar changes, school lunch price change, student mental health programs and more.

Daily Digest: New Restaurants, Amber Alert, Bank Robbed + Mitt Romney Coming to Town

Judge orders 'sanity evaluation' for suspect in Va. Tech student death, son gets life in prison for role in father's murder in Arlington.

Family Murder-Suicide, P.F. Chang's Data Breach, New Show Filming and Bao Bao's Birthday

Plus, a new restaurant is hiring more than 100 in Arlington. Our top posts in Va. and D.C.

Juveniles Charged with Destroying Property at Woodlawn Elementary

Police responded to alarm Friday afternoon at the school.

Five Guys Restaurant Closes for Remodeling

The location in Hybla Valley closed July 28 and will reopen in November, according to a spokesman at the Lorton headquarters.

GOOD News: Mayor Tribute, Scholarship Program Recognized, National Night Out Plans + Restaurant Openings

Plus, Springfield on FBI 'short list' for possible HQ and 'The Butler' author will hold lecture, book signing in Alexandria.

'WOW' Houses: Stables, Elevators, Acreage, Renovations, Luxe Master Suites + 12 Bathrooms

Take a look at some of the most unique and luxurious homes on the market in Northern Virginia and DC.

Teen Sexting, Silver Line, Marriage Ban, Cantor Resigning and Grandmother Abduction

Top headlines this week at Patch sites in Va. and D.C.

800 New Jobs, Sales Tax Holiday, Craft Beer, Gym Dogs and More Business News

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

Weekend: 4-H Fair, Sunrise Kayak Tour, Fishing, Campfire Constellations

Plus Fairy Tale Tea Time and ice cream-making.

Fairfax County to Celebrate National Farmers Market Week

Park Authority will hold special activities at 11 farmers markets from Wednesday, Aug. 6-16. See schedule below.

REVIEW: 'Guardians of the Galaxy'

Cinema Siren says: James Gunn’s Grootin’ tootin’ space cowboys hit the Marvel blockbuster bullseye.

Sobriety Checkpoint, Missing Man, Sales Tax Holiday, Woman in Black and Cantor's Leadership Exit

Top posts from Patch sites in Virginia and D.C.

Police Plan Crackdown on Traffic, Pedestrian Safety Laws on Route 1

FCPD will have increased presence in month of August while they identify, deter aggressive driving, pedestrian-related infractions.

Tax-Free Weekend, Scamming Grandma, Unemployment Up, Chair Leg Assault and Summer Concerts

Top posts from Patch sites in Va.