Contractor pleads guilty to fraud, theft over $40M contract to supply VA, FEMA with N95 masks he didn’t have
A Virginia contractor in February pleaded guilty to three counts of making false statements, wire fraud and theft of government funds after he received millions of dollars from federal agencies to provide N95 masks he did not have during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Virginia contractor in February pleaded guilty to three counts of making false statements, wire fraud and theft of government funds after he received millions of dollars from federal agencies to provide N95 masks he did not have during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Virginia police officer fired after accused of excessive force in traffic stop of Black Army officer
Officials in Virginia say a police officer accused of using excessive force during a traffic stop of a Black Army officer has been fired hours after the state's governor called for an independent investigation into the incident.
Officials in Virginia say a police officer accused of using excessive force during a traffic stop of a Black Army officer has been fired hours after the state's governor called for an independent investigation into the incident.
Va. police officers threatened Army lieutenant during traffic stop, lawsuit says
In a lawsuit, the Army lieutenant, who is Black, says his constitutional rights were violated during the traffic stop. An officer said his windows were tinted, he didn't have a rear license plate and had been "eluding police." The man's attorney says he was trying to stop in a well-lit area.
In a lawsuit, the Army lieutenant, who is Black, says his constitutional rights were violated during the traffic stop. An officer said his windows were tinted, he didn't have a rear license plate and had been "eluding police." The man's attorney says he was trying to stop in a well-lit area.
Northern Virginia couple celebrates 72nd wedding anniversary
A milestone weekend for a northern Virginia couple who celebrated 72 years of marriage! Marvin and Betty Quinn married on April 2, 1949.
A milestone weekend for a northern Virginia couple who celebrated 72 years of marriage! Marvin and Betty Quinn married on April 2, 1949.
Virginia's Supreme Court rules city of Charlottesville can remove Confederate statues
Virginia's highest court ruled Thursday that the city of Charlottesville can take down two statues of Confederate generals, including one of Robert E. Lee that became the focus of a violent white nationalist rally in 2017.
Virginia's highest court ruled Thursday that the city of Charlottesville can take down two statues of Confederate generals, including one of Robert E. Lee that became the focus of a violent white nationalist rally in 2017.
Virginia Beach shootings leave at least 2 dead, 8 wounded on 'very chaotic night': reports
Several people were reportedly in custody, being questioned by police.
Several people were reportedly in custody, being questioned by police.
Governor Ralph Northam signs historic legislation eliminating death penalty in Virginia
The state with one of the highest execution totals in the nation has put an end to them.
The state with one of the highest execution totals in the nation has put an end to them.
Virginia brewery hopes to have beer recognized as world's hottest
The owners of Maltese Brewing Company in Fredericksburg are hoping to have one of their brews recognized for being the hottest beer in the world, Food and Wine reports.
The owners of Maltese Brewing Company in Fredericksburg are hoping to have one of their brews recognized for being the hottest beer in the world, Food and Wine reports.
Virginia Kroger location accidentally gave out empty COVID-19 shots
A Kroger's clinic in Virginia mistakenly injected customers with empty syringes Monday rather than giving them the actual COVID-19 vaccine.
A Kroger's clinic in Virginia mistakenly injected customers with empty syringes Monday rather than giving them the actual COVID-19 vaccine.
Beating COVID-19: Senior citizens take swing at virus-shaped piñata after getting vaccinated
Residents at a senior living community took a literal swing at COVID-19 when they beat a pinata, in the shape of the coronavirus, after getting vaccinated.
Residents at a senior living community took a literal swing at COVID-19 when they beat a pinata, in the shape of the coronavirus, after getting vaccinated.
Virginia woman delivers over 400 handmade cards to nursing home residents for Valentine’s Day
It has been nearly one year now since the coronavirus pandemic locked down nursing homes. Residents are often stuck inside their rooms and their loved ones aren’t allowed to visit. That’s why one Fairfax County woman is using handmade cards to spread love and joy to seniors.
It has been nearly one year now since the coronavirus pandemic locked down nursing homes. Residents are often stuck inside their rooms and their loved ones aren’t allowed to visit. That’s why one Fairfax County woman is using handmade cards to spread love and joy to seniors.
Virginia moves closer to ending capital punishment as state House votes to abolish death penalty
Virginia moved another step closer to ending capital punishment on Friday when the state House joined the Senate in voting to abolish the death penalty.
Virginia moved another step closer to ending capital punishment on Friday when the state House joined the Senate in voting to abolish the death penalty.
Virginia Senate meets on 'Lobby Day' amid armed protests
Gun-rights activists typically make a large, organized appearance each year near the Virginia Capitol on Lobby Day.
Gun-rights activists typically make a large, organized appearance each year near the Virginia Capitol on Lobby Day.
Virginia man with gun, more than 500 bullets tried to get into inauguration with unauthorized credential
Wesley Allen Beeler of Front Royal now faces gun charges in the District of Columbia.
Wesley Allen Beeler of Front Royal now faces gun charges in the District of Columbia.
Virginia man in 'Camp Auschwitz' shirt at riot arrested, authorities say
A man who was photographed wearing a “Camp Auschwitz” sweatshirt during the U.S. Capitol riot last week was arrested Wednesday in Virginia, authorities said.
A man who was photographed wearing a “Camp Auschwitz” sweatshirt during the U.S. Capitol riot last week was arrested Wednesday in Virginia, authorities said.
No more victims found during 2nd search in Virginia shopping center blast site
Fire officials have completed another search of the site of a weekend explosion and fire in Harrisonburg, Virginia, and determined there are no additional victims.
Fire officials have completed another search of the site of a weekend explosion and fire in Harrisonburg, Virginia, and determined there are no additional victims.
Investigation underway after at least 5 injured in fiery explosion at Virginia shopping center
Officials say an investigation is underway into the cause of an explosion and large fire at a shopping center in Harrisonburg, Virginia, that injured several people.
Officials say an investigation is underway into the cause of an explosion and large fire at a shopping center in Harrisonburg, Virginia, that injured several people.
Venomous puss caterpillar sightings in Virginia trigger warning from forestry department
Officials warn residents of venomous puss caterpillar after reports of several sightings in Virginia.
Officials warn residents of venomous puss caterpillar after reports of several sightings in Virginia.
'Doc' Antle of 'Tiger King' indicted on animal cruelty charges
A wild animal trainer featured in the popular Netflix series “Tiger King” has been indicted in Virginia on animal cruelty and wildlife trafficking charges.
A wild animal trainer featured in the popular Netflix series “Tiger King” has been indicted in Virginia on animal cruelty and wildlife trafficking charges.
Reports: Nearly 1,400 Virginia voters got two ballots in the mail
According to several media reports about 1400 voters in Virginia got two absentee ballots mailed to them, but elections officials said only one would be counted.
According to several media reports about 1400 voters in Virginia got two absentee ballots mailed to them, but elections officials said only one would be counted.