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Virginia has lured IT services firm Spatial Front away from Maryland, Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s office announced Tuesday morning.

The Global Down Syndrome Foundation hosted its annual Acceptability Gala in Washington, D.C., in late May, with contributions from numerous Northern Virginia residents and speeches from U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore…

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A man was shot by police Friday night after barricading himself inside a 7-Eleven in Arlington.

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A Republican member of Congress is raising some eyebrows in Northern Virginia with his push to make Arlington and Alexandria a part of D.C., taking 400,000 residents’ votes away from…

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TAIPEI, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ganzin Technology, a leader in ultra-low-power wearable eye-tracking solutions, announced major ecosystem advancements at AWE 2026, highlighting collaborations across the AI glasses supply chain…

Dr. Chae-Yong Kim of Seoul National University Bundang Hospital delivers oral presentation on interim data from 10 enrolled patientsA manageable safety profile, with prolonged disease control and tumor recurrence inhibition…

The life and legacy of George Washington is back on display at his Mount Vernon estate after a yearlong closure to refresh the venue’s primary exhibit space.

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Speaker of the House of Delegates Don Scott, flanked by Appropriations Chair Del. Luke Torian, D-Prince William, and other bipartisan house members, unveiled the chamber’s latest budget proposal in Richmond…

A 47-year-old Guatemalan national was sentenced Thursday to five years in federal prison for selling cocaine in Prince William County.

The Battlefield High baseball team defeated Independence 6-3 in the Class 6 state championship game on Saturday to win the first state title in program history.

The Brentsville High School boys soccer team completed its breakout season with a loss in the Class 3 state final on Saturday, falling to Christiansburg 4-2.

With the clock ticking on the state budget, state Sen. Louise Lucas is taking her fight to repeal Virginia’s $1.9 billion data center tax break on the road.

UPDATED at 7:50 a.m. on Sunday, June 14With the clock ticking on the state budget, state Sen. Louise Lucas is taking her fight to repeal Virginia’s $1.9 billion data center…

The Battlefield High baseball team defeated Independence 6-3 in the Class 6 state championship game on Saturday to win the first state title in program history.

Two Northern Virginia residents have been sentenced above guidelines for their role in trafficking drugs, including large amounts of fentanyl and methamphetamine.

Bull Run Harley-Davidson in Manassas has closed and consolidated with Patriot Harley-Davidson following a sale.

Two people were rescued, and one taken to the hospital, after their kayak overturned at Silver Lake Regional Park in Haymarket during Thursday's thunderstorms.

Throughout Prince William County are pieces of Virginia history — ultimately, the country’s history.

The Battlefield baseball team defeated Hayfield 14-0 in the Class 6 state semifinals June 12 to advance to the championship game for the second year in a row.

 No one:Absolutely no one:Comstock: We never wanted to build a casino in your stupid town anyway.The fancypants casino bill has been dead (for now) for almost a month, and developer Comstock…

Maybe you thought it was that time Money Magazine ranked Reston the 7th best place to live in the country. Or that time they named an opera after our plastic…

 ZOMG, someone roust Bob Guccione from his penicillin-lined tomb, as a swanky Reston penthouse has set a new record. The 27th floor penthouse at the JW Marriott Residences at Reston Station,…

Celebrate all things soccer with DC United’s mascot Talon, live music, games, giveaways and fun for fans of all ages The Boro, Tysons’ premier destination for luxury urban living, invites…

There’s a reason patients across Northern Virginia keep finding their way to a sleek, light-filled practice in Ashburn — and increasingly, to a gleaming new address at The Boro in…

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are our picks for the best events happening in the area! Cracker Friday, June 128:30pm The State Theatre220 N. Washington StreetFalls…

For one glorious month, the world’s biggest party has come to our doorstep. The 2026 FIFA World Cup — hosted right here in North America for the first time in…

Applied Atomics, a transatlantic aerospace and defense company building Star Reacher Network, the first in-space mobility network, emerged from stealth and entered the U.S. market today with more than $500…

1st Stage is thrilled to announce Paula Vogel’s Indecent, directed by 1st Stage Artistic Director Alex Levy, has been extended through June 28 after a sold-out opening weekend. From Pulitzer Prize-winning…

Scout Space, a technology company specializing in sensors and software deployed on satellite systems, today announced plans to invest more than $1 million to expand the company’s operations in Fairfax…

The City of Falls Church proudly announces the inaugural Little City Sips, a downtown sip-and-stroll event, happening Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m. in the vibrant heart of The…

In the fast-moving, high-stakes world of Northern Virginia real estate, few agents have built a name as synonymous with hustle, integrity, and results as Katie Hunter. Based in Vienna and…

Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning Has Built Something Rare in Ashburn — a Place Kids Can’t Wait to Get To On most mornings, the parking lot at 42660 Macauley…

Fairfax Library Foundation will reprise its highly acclaimed Children’s Summer Reading Festival on Saturday, June 13, from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, at the Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government…

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are our picks for the best events happening in the area! Saint Katherine Spring Greek Festival 2026 Friday, June 5 &…

Every year during the high school graduation season, Emerick Elementary School nurse Carly Hauck enjoys watching the traditional “senior clap out” event at the school.

A new double drive-thru coffee shop is in the works for Loudoun County – and it could be the first outpost in Northern Virginia for this major national brand. The…

Varsity teams representing Freedom, Independence, Riverside, Rock Ridge, Tuscarora and Woodgrove capped stellar seasons by winning titles at the 2026 Virginia High School League State Championships.

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SHANGHAI, June 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gala Night of the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) was held in Shanghai today, bringing together filmmakers, industry professionals and audiences from…

NEW YORK, June 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Travel And Tour World (TTW) today announced its Top 50 Amusement Park Travel Destinations in the World for 2026. Crafted by TTW's editorial…

INDIANAPOLIS, June 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) today announced new data from the Phase 1 AJX-101 study showing that its investigational type II JAK2 inhibitor…

MANASSAS, Va., June 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PureHealth Research is spotlighting rising consumer interest in proactive thyroid wellness and the role of targeted nutritional support in promoting healthy energy and…

MANASSAS, Va., June 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PureHealth Research today addressed the growing demand for proactive kidney wellness with its collection of science-backed renal health formulas. The products draw on…

By Denise Dunbar Bishop Ireton graduate Owen Hull homered in his third at bat Friday night to help lead the University of North Carolina to a 6-2 victory over Ole…

By James Libresco | jlibresco@alextimes.com City officials are pursuing a new stream restoration project at Taylor Run, with plans to encase sewer lines, install boulder cascades and construct plunge pools.…

By Kehinde Hopkins | khopkins@alextimes.com City officials expect between 10,000 and 20,000 visitors to Alexandria’s waterfront per day this weekend, as America250 festivities reach the Port City. “This is definitely…

By Sydney Kodama | skodama@alextimes.com City of Alexandria staff presented bike lane and safety proposals for West Braddock Road and North Howard Street to the public at a June 4…

By Kehinde Hopkins | khopkins@alextimes.com Throughout the duration of its FIFA World Cup run, the Croatian national team will live and train in Alexandria. The team, which is practicing at…

By Elona Michael | emichael@alextimes.com As summer rolls in, restaurants across Alexandria are preparing to feed both residents and the crowds that visit the historic and vibrant Port City. While…

To the editor: With respect to the article, “Planning Commission to vote on power plant redevelopment permits,” I strongly support the three-stage redevelopment plan for the former Potomac River Generating…

By Melanie Kay-Wyatt, Ed.D. It is somewhat of a bittersweet moment as our Alexandria City High School seniors move on to continue their life journeys. At the same time, I…

Alexandria’s America250 celebrations culminate in a celebration of America’s 250th birthday at the Alexandria waterfront. The event is an immersive and engaging weekend festival from Friday to Sunday, offering family…

By Gayle Converse In the 250 years since men signed of the Declaration of Independence,* the City of Alexandria, the Commonwealth of Virginia and the United States of America owe…

By Nikki Drake About this cocktail: I’d describe it as a delightfully fruit-forward, savagely herbaceous vodka sour with a killer body. The drink features a main spirit from a women-owned,…

By Michelle Lim Warner Wine and takeout pairing advice is almost always a list of cuisines and the grape or region to match. Indian food with Gewürztraminer. Fried chicken with…