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‘Rest Easy, K9 Max,’ FCPD’s Got It From Here.

On March 10, the Fairfax County Police Department announced the death of K9 Max, who served the department for eight years, from 2012 to 2020.

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Illegally Passing School Buses About to Get Expensive

New cameras on school bus arms will catch violators; $250 fines start May 12.

Illegally Passing School Buses About to Get Expensive

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Laughter, Joy, Discovery, Wonder, Empathy and Healing

Women’s Storytelling Festival is March 20-23 in Fairfax City.

Women’s Storytelling Festival is March 20-23 in Fairfax City.

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Fairfax City Celebrates Women’s History Month

Recognizes past achievements and hope for the future.

Recognizes past achievements and hope for the future.

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Fairfax City Advertises Even Higher Tax Rate

Surprise move proposes real-estate tax of $1.15.

Taxes

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Fairfax County Man Ran Away to the Circus

The John Lewis High School alum found his calling with The Greatest Show on Earth

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Former FCPD Sergeant Sentenced to Five Years

Mother of fatal police shooting victim, Timothy McCree Johnson, speaks out.

Former Fairfax County Police Sergeant Wesley Shifflett was processed into the county jail Friday evening, Feb. 28. At his sentencing hearing earlier that day, Fairfax County Circuit Judge Randy I. Bellows sentenced Shifflett, 36, to five years in prison with two years suspended.

Youngkin Commutes Shifflett’s Sentence

Fairfax Commonwealth’s Attorney: “Insult to all Virginians who value an untainted justice system.”

In a statement Sunday night, March 2, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin (R) said he commuted the sentence of Wesley Shifflett.

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Immigrants Face New Fears Locally

Governor orders local ICE cooperation

The attention of northern Virginians has been captive to the uncertainties of agency dissolutions, federal employee terminations and layoffs impacting neighbors living here.

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Immigration Raids Evoke Horror in Fairfax County

Three so far this week; more expected.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids are sweeping across Northern Virginia this week.

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‘Make No Mistake – Black History Is America’s History’

FCPS holds special event at Woodson High School.

FCPS holds special event at Woodson High School.

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Board of Supervisors, School Board Joint Meeting

Given project revenue increases, FCPS reports a negative $149.62 million available balance for meeting FY 2026 requirements.

$149.62 million

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Two Woodson Students Share Their Thoughts

Taking pride in one’s heritage to create a better future.

Taking pride in one’s heritage to create a better future.

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Fairfax City’s Proposed FY 26 Budget Unveiled

Recommends a 9.5-cent, residential real-estate tax hike.

Recommends a 9.5-cent, residential real-estate tax hike.