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Fairfax to weigh Lorton landfill proposal
The owner of the landfill wants to keep the facility open, but some residents say it’s time for change.
McAuliffe calls for review of abortion clinic regulations
Va. governor asks the health board to examine rules subjecting clinics to hospital-style building codes.
Election results in Fairfax, Loudoun and Prince William
Lisa Merkel becomes Herndon mayor and Kwasi A. Fraser becomes mayor in Purcellville.
In Va.’s 8th District, reconciling past and future
Don Beyer has emerged as the candidate to beat in a crowded field vying for retiring Rep. Moran’s seat.
Democrats vying to succeed Moran meet at GMU forum
Candidates express liberal priorities that align with voters in Virginia’s 8th Congressional district.
Northern Virginia municipal elections
Voters on Tuesday will choose local officials in Fairfax City and towns in Loudoun, Fairfax and Prince William.
China lifts seven-year ban on Va. poultry imports
Poultry producers expect to sell $20 million worth of poultry products or more to China.
McAuliffe seeks a bypass for Medicaid expansion
The Virginia governor has possible routes around the legislature, but each one is a potential dead end.
McAuliffe weighs Medicaid expansion on his own
The governor and his advisers explore whether they can bypass the legislature to achieve a policy priority.
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Va. Rep. Griffith introduces federal ‘Legitimate Use of Medicinal Marijuana Act’
The bill would allow doctors to prescribe it and patients to possess it in states where it’s legal, such as Virginia.
Va. Supreme Court rules for U-Va. in global warming FOIA case
The high court decision rejects an argument by global warming skeptics who wanted to see the work of a climate researcher.
Fairfax City police chief Rick Rappoport to retire, join Amtrak police
After 13 years in the city, and 24 years in the county, will become a regional deputy chief for Amtrak.
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Landon boys’ lacrosse routs Robinson
The Bears beat down the Rams, 15-1, in an IAC-Virginia public school matchup.
Landon boys’ lacrosse routs Robinson
The Bears beat down the Rams, 15-1, in an IAC-Virginia public school matchup.
Stonewall Jackson girls fall to Cosby in Virginia 6A state finals
The Raiders fell to the Titans, 53-46, as Cosby capped their undefeated season.
D.C. athletes wish you a happy Valentine’s Day
Washington Wizards and Capitals players say happy Valentine’s Day, each in their native language. Athletes include Alex Ovechkin, Tomas Kundratek, Jan Vesely, Michal Neuvirth, Kevin Seraphin, Marcus Johansson and Karl Alzner.
Shelley and Bill: A love story
On the eve of their first Valentine’s Day as a married couple, Shelley Belgard and Bill Ott tell the story of their unique romance that has spanned the decades.
Paul VI defeats DeMatha, 55-48
The Panthers bounce back from a tough loss with a victory over the Stags.
Ice hockey: Gonzaga blanks DeMatha, 6-0
The Eagles, led by a shutout from Senior goalie Nick Platais, remain undefeated as they beat the Stags, 6-0
Severna Park beats Meade, 55-43
The Falcons never trailed in their convincing victory over the Mustangs.
McLean upsets No. 6 South Lakes, 48-44
The Highlanders were led by Cami Prock and Jessica Monroe with 15 points each, defeating the Seahawks 48-44.
No. 20 Robinson defeats No. 14 Herndon, 82-67
The Rams ended the Hornets’ 10-game winning streak behind Matt Fall’s 21 points.
A worthy opponent: A history of the Georgetown-Syracuse rivalry
Over the past 33 years, Georgetown and Syracuse have been one of the most contentious rivalries in college basketball. Former players, coaches, journalists and alumni recall the history of the rivalry.
When Walter Barrera chose ultra long-distance running over crack cocaine, he was able to slowly start putting his life back together.
No. 1 Paul VI beats No. 2 St. John’s, 71-51
The Panthers take down the Cadets in an early season contest of the top ranked teams in the WCAC.
On May 26, 1988, 59 fifth graders from Seat Pleasant Elementary School in Seat Pleasant, Md., were offered scholarships to college if they completed high school. Now, 23 years later, the students reflect on the opportunity they were given and where it has taken their lives.
Ready to run: Dupont High Heel Race
Men dressed in drag donned stilettos and wedges to race down 17th Street NW during the 25th annual Dupont High Heel Race. (Oct. 25)
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial unveiled
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is revealed to members of the press before opening to the public. The design is derived from part of King's famous "I have a dream" speech when he said, "With this faith, we will be able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope." The memorial sits by the tidal basin between the Jefferson and Lincoln memorials.Follow our Virginia politics reporters on Twitter:
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