Meat Cleaver Slayings | Mom Kills 3 Family Members | Gas Explosion Aftermath: VA News

On the weekend, we present a review of the top stories and headlines from across Virginia. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Woodbridge Woman Who Killed 3 Family Members, Herself Identified

Police have released the names of a Woodbridge woman who police said killed her husband, his mother, and then herself. A child also died.

Driver Of School Vehicle Charged In Pedestrian's Death

The driver of a Loudoun schools maintenance vehicle has been charged in the death of a 20-year-old Ashburn pedestrian, the sheriff said.

Man Kills Daughter, Attacks Family Members With Meat Cleaver In Fairfax

Two people were killed and two others were hospitalized with severe injuries early Monday when a man attacked his family with a "meat cleaver" at an apartment complex east of the City of Fairfax, according to authorities.

• New Details In 'Meat Cleaver' Double Homicide At Fairfax Apartment Released

Dulles Drives Record DC Airport Passenger Count in 2025

Dulles International Airport saw significant growth in 2025, contributing to a record 53.9 million passengers across D.C.'s two airports.

2nd Degree Murder Charged Filed In Fatal Stabbing Of Fredericksburg Woman

Fairfax County police have charged a suspect with second-degree murder in connection to the fatal stabbing of 41-year-old Stephanie Minter of Fredericksburg at a Hybla Valley bus stop on Monday night, according to authorities.

VA Reveals The State's Top Baby Names For 2025

From timeless classics to cultural gems to picks that trend year after year, Virginia's top baby names for 2025 have been revealed.

Gas Leak Found, Repaired Following Centreville Home Explosion

Officials on Tuesday said they have identified and repaired a gas leak that forced dozens of Centreville residents from their homes following a Feb. 15 house explosion. Initially, more than 50 residences were evacuated following the blast. Since the explosion, many of the evacuated residents have been allowed to return home; a week later, 19 homes were still under evacuation.

Sex Trafficking Of Child Leads To Prison Sentence For VA Man

A Vienna man was sentenced to prison following his conviction for sex trafficking a child and engaging in illicit sexual conduct in a foreign place, according to authorities. Michael James Inofuentes, who has residences in Virginia and Columbia, solicited a 15-year-old Colombian girl for commercial sex.

This VA Olympian Is Bringing Home Gold — And Some Extra Cash

Dozens of U.S. athletes, including one from Virginia, won medals in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan — and they're bringing home some serious cash because of it. That means Virginia’s Ilia Malinin will receive a $37,500 check for his gold medal-winning performance in the figure skating team event.

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• Canadian Who Traveled To VA For Sex With Girl Sentenced
• DC Man Cited For Seriously Injuring 2 People In Hit-And-Run Crash: Police
• Weapon Violations Filed Against Suspect Arrested In Marijuana Sting: ACPD
• Arlington Grocery Store Employee Pleads Guilty To Illegal Reentry Into U.S.
• Asian Business Owners Targets Of Organized Burglaries: Fairfax Co. Police
• Pink In The Park Returns To National Landing For Cherry Blossom Season
• McLean Man Pleads Guilty To Sending Threatening Texts To Federal Employee
• Woodbridge Man Fired Shots At Woman During Halloween Party Brawl
• Fredericksburg Appoints Interim Chief Mason As New Police Chief