New Silver Line Stations Opening, Powerball Jackpot: Top VA News

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DC Metro's New Silver Line Extension Sets November Opening Date

The opening date is set for Nov. 15 on the long-awaited extension of Metro's Silver Line. The extension features six new stations, including the first Metrorail service to Dulles International Airport and Loudoun County.

• Major Milestone Celebrated Outside Soon-To-Open Herndon Metro Station

Dan Snyder To Consider Potential Sale Of Washington Commanders

Dan Snyder has hired Bank of America Securities to consider a potential sale of the Washington Commanders, the NFL franchise said Wednesday.

$1.5B Powerball Jackpot For Saturday, Nov. 5: What To Know In VA

While nobody snagged the Powerball $1.2 billion jackpot Wednesday night, one ticket was sold in Northern Virginia for the drawing that is worth $1 million.

MS-13 Members Sentenced For Killings Of Falls Church, Alexandria Teens

Five MS-13 gang members have been sentenced to life in prison for their roles in kidnapping and killing teens from Alexandria and Falls Church.

Video Shows Suspect Shooting At Police On Route 50 In Fairfax County

The Fairfax County Police Department released video on Wednesday showing an armed man getting out of his car in the middle of Route 50 in a crowded intersection in the Falls Church area of Fairfax County and then firing his semi-automatic pistol while running away from police.

Thanksgiving Baskets Available At Lidl In DC Area For Less Than $30

Lidl is now offering a Thanksgiving basket to shoppers in the Washington, D.C., area that can feed a Thanksgiving meal to up to 10 people for less than $30.

Alexandria Metro Stations To Reopen, Yellow Line Project Continues

Starting Sunday, commuters will once again be able to take Metrorail to and from Alexandria as six stations reopen. But Metro riders should be aware of continued impacts from the next phase of the Yellow and Blue Line construction project.

Complaints Filed Over Sample Ballot Distributed At Fairfax City Hall

The campaigns of two candidates running in the Nov. 8 election in Fairfax City have filed complaints with the Virginia Department of Elections over an independent/non-partisan sample ballot that was handed to voters Saturday outside the polling place at City Hall.

Man Yelled 'I Hate America,' Used Car To Attack Pentagon Officers: Report

A Virginia man yelled "F--- America" and "I hate America" as he used his car to attack Pentagon police officers last week, according to a CBS News report citing federal court documents.

Here's How Fairfax Police Recruits Are Training To Fill Vacancies

Before police recruits can be sent out on patrol in Fairfax County, they must complete a six-month training academy to prepare them for law enforcement duties. As the Fairfax County Police Department experiences staffing shortages, recruits will help fill some of these vacancies.

11K Voter Registrations Dumped On Fairfax County Registrar By State

Virginia Department of Elections (ELECT) had a Halloween surprise for Fairfax County election officials.

• 2,800 Voter Registrations Being Processed In Alexandria After VA Error

Falls Church Veteran Helped By Critical Home Repairs From Volunteers

Korean War veteran John Rinehart and his wife of 42 years, Delia Rinehart, have lived in their Pimmit Hills home for 36 years. But getting around has been harder for John after an accident following his Army service caused issues with his hips and legs, forcing him to get around with a wheelchair and walker.

2 VA Cities Rank Among Best Places To Retire: U.S. News

Two cities in Virginia are among the 2022-2023 Best Places to Retire in the United States, according to a list compiled annually by U.S. News & World Report and released Tuesday.