There’s a Governor’s Race Underway (But Who Cares?)

Fewer than half of eligible voters will turn out. Will you?

Fairfax County License Plates Now Available for Pre-Order

At least 350 pre-orders must be received to get the plates printed.

What's Opened, What's Closed in Fairfax County on Labor Day

County Announces Pay Increase for Election Workers

Cuccinelli, McAuliffe to Talk Energy at George Mason's Arlington Campus

Health Care Town Halls Scheduled for 9/11 First Responders in Arlington

Terry McAuliffe Calls for Stiffer Drunk Driving, Domestic Violence Enforcement

What's Opened, What's Closed in Fairfax County on Labor Day

DMV 2 Go Customer Service Van Rolls into Fairfax This Month

Cuccinelli Education Proposal Would Free Up Public Money for Private Schools

The Republican gubernatorial candidate would also reform SOL tests and give parents the power to petition the state to convert a failing school into a charter school.

Virginia Elections 2013: Terry McAuliffe Opposes GW Forest Fracking, Focuses on Chesapeake in Environmental Protection Plan

The plan McAuliffe unveiled Thursday pledges to preserve 400,000 acres of open space over four years.

Fairfax GOP Nominates Former Police Officer Bryan Wolfe for Sheriff

Wolfe, a 26-year veteran of the Fairfax County Police Department, will run against Democrat Stacey Kincaid — and plans to do something unusual with his salary if he wins.

Virginia Absentee Ballot Applications Available for College-Bound Students

Do you want to vote in the 2013 elections and are leaving for college outside Fairfax County soon? Apply now for an absentee ballot.

Virginia Elections 2013: New McAuliffe Ad Targets Attorney General's Office Investigation

A new attack ad questions Ken Cuccinelli's ethics, but the GOP says McAuliffe is distorting the facts about an investigation over natural gas royalties.

Fairfax County Libraries Prepare for Pilot Cuts, But Employees Say Budget Already 'Bare Bones'

Library supporters are working to delay a decision that would reduce staff and costs at Fairfax County libraries.

Inspector General Investigating Virginia Attorney General's Office in Natural Gas Case

Democrats say the case gives them reason to question Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli, who is also running for Virginia governor in 2013.

Virginia Elections 2013: GOP Attacks McAuliffe's Business Background

Supporters for Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli called a New York Times article about GreenTech an example of why McAuliffe would be bad for business.

Hillary Clinton to Hold Fund-Raiser for Terry McAuliffe

Former Secretary of State to hold fund-raiser in September at her home in DC.

A Vacation? Really? Has Congress Earned a Break From Washington?

Poll: Voters looking for fewer beach bums and more Washington work from legislators.

Terry McAuliffe and Ken Cuccinelli Trade Barbs at Business Forum

Area chambers host event on range of issues, but gubernatorial candidates focus on the opposition.

'The Spectacular Now' Review: See This Spectacular Indie

And see a Q & A with the screenwriter!

McAuliffe to Talk Veteran Support in Alexandria Friday

The Democratic gubernatorial candidate will discuss his plan to support Virginia's veterans and military families.

Fairfax County Board Proposes One-Time $500 Bonus for Employees

Fairfax County employees union leader says money isn't enough — and supervisors have "got to do something" about base pay.

Virginia House Elections: Kathleen Murphy Endorsed by VEA but Behind in Money Race

Democrat Kathleen Murphy earns a nod from the Virginia Education Association, but incumbent Del. Barbara Comstock (R-34th) is holding on to the money race and endorsements of her own.

Virginia Elections 2013: Mark Herring Would Ban Gifts Over $100

The Democratic candidate for attorney general said Wednesday his ethics reform would include a commission to review and improve Virginia ethics laws.

Metro Parking, Food Trucks in Fairfax County Parks and Herring on Ethics Reform

Here are five things to know this week about government and politics in Fairfax County.

Federal Furloughs: Pentagon Cuts Mandated Days Off from 11 to 6

Unpaid leave for hundreds of thousands of civilian Department of Defense employees began in July as part of federal budget cuts.

Between Jabs, Terry McAuliffe, Ken Cuccinelli Talk Economic Growth in Norfolk

Virginia's gubernatorial candidates detailed their jobs plans at Tuesday forum but found time to take shots at one another.

E.W. Jackson: Democratic Party is 'anti-God'

More "extreme" statements from Virginia's GOP candidate for lieutenant governor in 2013 election has officials from both parties up in arms.

Virginia Elections 2013: New GOP Ad Attacks Terry McAuliffe Over Federal Investigation

The ad criticizes gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe for his business background with GreenTech Automotive and a pending SEC investigation into investment practices.

Should You Cancel Your Travel Plans?

Read State Department's security alert issued Friday for travel during the month of August.

McAuliffe-linked Car Company Under SEC Investigation

The SEC is looking into investment practices at GreenTech, the eco-friendly car company with ties to Virginia gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe.

Should DC Be More Like New York?

Are taller buildings the right fit for DC?

Marvel's 'X-Men' 2014 Introduced, for the Uninitiated

Why the cast of 2014's 'X-Men: Days of Future Past' is making the movie every Marvel fan's obsession (or top 11 hottest "X-Men" actors!).

Speak Out: How High is Too High for Metro Parking?

With new parking options at some Silver Line stations, commuters are finding out how much it'll cost.

ACLU Files Lawsuit to Fight Virginia's Gay Marriage Ban

The ACLU and other groups filed suit on behalf of two same-sex Virginia couples to lift the gay marriage ban in Virginia and get out-of-state marriages recognized.

Cuccinelli: No Plans to Give Back $18K in Gifts

The Republican nominee for governor said Wednesday he won't return gifts from Star Scientific CEO Jonnie Williams.

Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell Says Daughter Returned $15,000 Wedding Gift

The governor announced Wednesday a $15,000 gift for catering at his daughter's wedding had been returned to Star Scientific CEO Jonnie Williams.

Fairfax Board OKs McLean Metro Station Parking Lot

Silver Line commuters will pay to park in the new pay lot, which will have about 711 spaces.

Republicans Call on Terry McAuliffe to Come Clean on 'Visa-For-Sale' Scheme

GOP lawmakers are pressing McAuliffe on his ties to Gulf Coast Funds Management and a federal investigation.