Top Traffic Bottlenecks, Slower Real Estate Market: Top VA News

VIRGINIA — Top news stories in Northern Virginia from the past week included the latest outlooks on the real estate market and inflation, the region's top traffic bottlenecks, a tentative opening date for the new Potomac Yard Metro station, groundbreaking of the Lego Discovery Center at Springfield Town Center, mother's arrest after child's fatal overdose, a conflict of interest prompts a Prince William County supervisor's resignation, and motel redevelopment into permanent supportive housing.

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Higher Mortgage Rates To Slow NoVA Housing Market In 2023: Realtors

Fewer homes are expected to go on the market in Northern Virginia in 2023 as homeowners with low mortgage rates opt against financing a new house at a higher interest rate, according to the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors’ annual forecast.

Inflation Cools To 7.1% But Chews Away At Virginians' Food Budgets

Inflation slowed again in November, with consumer prices up 7.1 percent compared to a year ago — down from 7.7 percent in October and from the recent peak of 9.1 percent in June, the government said in a report Tuesday.

NoVA's Top Traffic Bottlenecks Identified In New Analysis

Northern Virginia's two biggest traffic bottlenecks are both located in Woodbridge, according to a new analysis from the National Capital Region Transportation Planning Board.

VA Killer Cop: Co-Workers Searched For Victims, Gun At Edwards' Home

The home of a Virginia sheriff's deputy who killed three members of a California family last month was searched for other victims and his police firearm as he ran from authorities on the West Coast, reports said.

House Passes Bill To Rename Arlington Post Office After Letter Carrier

The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation on Monday introduced by Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA) to rename a post office in Arlington after local letter carrier Jesus Collazos.

Potomac Yard Metro Has Tentative Opening Date In 2023

After delays, Potomac Yard Metro has a tentative opening date: May 2023.

Lego Center Groundbreaking Marks Springfield's Ongoing Economic Growth

Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Jeff McKay joined Franconia District Supervisor Rodney Lusk on Dec. 8 for a groundbreaking ceremony celebrating the official start to construction of the Lego Discovery Center at Springfield Town Center.

Hy-Way Motel Redevelopment By Lamb Center OK'd By Fairfax City Council

Fairfax City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to approve the Lamb Center/Wesley Housing's application to redevelop the Hy-Way Motel property on Fairfax Boulevard to include permanent, supportive, low-income housing.

Gainesville Supervisor To Resign Over Conflict Of Interest

Gainesville Supervisor Pete Candland is resigning from his position on the Board of County Supervisors this week, he announced on Facebook on Saturday.

UVA Shooting Victim Called Mom Moments Before Death: Report

A University of Virginia football player who died when a gunman opened fire on a charter bus called his mother moments before his death, according to a report by NBC News.

Free Sober Rides Offered For Extended Holiday Period In DC Region

Would-be impaired drivers in the DC region can catch a free, safe ride home for an extended period this holiday season.

Mother Arrested After 20-Month-Old Dies Of Fentanyl Overdose: Police

A woman wanted in connection with the overdose death of her 20-month-old child turned herself in on Tuesday, according to the Prince William County Police Department. The child died shortly after consuming fentanyl at a home in Gainesville in June, police said.

Fairfax County Sexual Assault Suspect Charged With Another Incident

A man accused of sexually assaulting a child at Lake Accotink Park in Springfield was connected to another sexual assault in Woodlawn, according to Fairfax County Police.

Arlington Officials Rally With Starbucks Workers For Union Rights

Starbucks workers rallied in Arlington Friday evening to mark the one-year anniversary of the first Starbucks union election victory in Buffalo, New York.

Long-Time FCPS Auto Tech Teachers Mentor New Generation Of Students

Two long-time automotive technology teachers in Fairfax County Public Schools, who have been best friends since attending South Lakes High School in the 1980s, remain enthusiastic about teaching their students, especially in a time when auto technicians are needed more than ever.

Reston Mother Pens Book To Help Children Battling Critical Illnesses

When Fausett, a mother of two living in Reston, was told that Solomon had just 48 hours to live, she began to write poems for him.

Northern Virginia Nonprofits: Share Your Wish List For 2023

Even when the winter holidays end, nonprofits continue to need support from donors, volunteers and others to continue serving the community.