Man convicted of raping child in RV 'dungeon' receives 5 life sentences
Authorities said that the man would film, produce, direct, and carry out violent rape and sexual abuse of a child.
Authorities said that the man would film, produce, direct, and carry out violent rape and sexual abuse of a child.
Virginia school district to allow students one excused absence to protest
One of the largest school districts in the United States has announced that it will allow students one excused absence per school year to participate civic activities such as protests.
One of the largest school districts in the United States has announced that it will allow students one excused absence per school year to participate civic activities such as protests.
States are on front lines of 2020 election-security efforts
Local officials once had limited responsibilities on election days. Now they're on the front lines of efforts to defend U.S. elections from an attack by Russia, China or other foreign threats.
Local officials once had limited responsibilities on election days. Now they're on the front lines of efforts to defend U.S. elections from an attack by Russia, China or other foreign threats.
Pastors give over $17,000 to pay student meal debts in Virginia
The holidays came early for some Virginia families struggling to pay school lunch debt.
The holidays came early for some Virginia families struggling to pay school lunch debt.
69-car pileup on Interstate 64 sends dozens to hospital near Williamsburg
A viewer sent Fox 5 a photo of the aftermath.
A viewer sent Fox 5 a photo of the aftermath.
Virginia biochemist crowned Miss America
Organizers wanted to make it clear the 99th Miss America competition isn't your grandmother's beauty pageant, and their winner did just that on Thursday.
Organizers wanted to make it clear the 99th Miss America competition isn't your grandmother's beauty pageant, and their winner did just that on Thursday.
Virginia sheriff vows to deputize residents in response to expected gun control legislation from lawmakers
A Virginia sheriff has vowed to deputize residents in his county if the new Democratic-led legislature enacts gun control measures.
A Virginia sheriff has vowed to deputize residents in his county if the new Democratic-led legislature enacts gun control measures.
Quick-thinking teen fights off attacker in Arlington
A 14-year-old Arlington girl fought back when a man attacked her in the street Tuesday night.
A 14-year-old Arlington girl fought back when a man attacked her in the street Tuesday night.
American honeymooners found alive, severely burned after volcano eruption in New Zealand
Newlyweds Lauren and Matthew Urey were among the 47 people on White Island when a volcano suddenly erupted on Monday.
Newlyweds Lauren and Matthew Urey were among the 47 people on White Island when a volcano suddenly erupted on Monday.
Investigation launched after firefighter is gunned down on Thanksgiving night, police say
According to Hopewell Police, 33-year-old Lieutenant Ashley Berry was shot and killed with her child beside her.
According to Hopewell Police, 33-year-old Lieutenant Ashley Berry was shot and killed with her child beside her.
Virginia woman accused of hanging ex-boyfriend’s puppy from tree
A Virginia woman faces a felony animal cruelty charge after authorities say she admitted to hanging her ex-boyfriend’s puppy from a tree.
A Virginia woman faces a felony animal cruelty charge after authorities say she admitted to hanging her ex-boyfriend’s puppy from a tree.
Adopt a Highway sign shows love for President Trump in Fairfax County
You would hardly call this Trump country. In fact, in Fairfax County in 2016 President Trump collected just over 28 percent of the vote.
You would hardly call this Trump country. In fact, in Fairfax County in 2016 President Trump collected just over 28 percent of the vote.
Former ‘American Idol’ contestant sentenced to nearly 4 years in Virginia fentanyl case
Former ‘American Idol’ contestant Antonella Barba has been sentenced to nearly four years in prison for carrying nearly two pounds of fentanyl in Virginia’s Hampton Roads area.
Former ‘American Idol’ contestant Antonella Barba has been sentenced to nearly four years in prison for carrying nearly two pounds of fentanyl in Virginia’s Hampton Roads area.
Redskins safety Montae Nicholson cooperating with investigation into woman’s death, report says
Washington Redskins safety Montae Nicholson is cooperating with police, who are investigating the death of a 21-year-old woman at a Virginia hospital, according to a report.
Washington Redskins safety Montae Nicholson is cooperating with police, who are investigating the death of a 21-year-old woman at a Virginia hospital, according to a report.
NASA mathematicians portrayed in ‘Hidden Figures’ to be honored with Congressional Gold Medals
The three African-American women whose stories were shared in the 2016 movie “Hidden Figures” will be awarded Congressional Gold Medals.
The three African-American women whose stories were shared in the 2016 movie “Hidden Figures” will be awarded Congressional Gold Medals.
Virginia man loses 176 pounds to join police department
A man in Virginia lost an incredible 176 pounds in order to fulfill his dream of becoming a police officer.
A man in Virginia lost an incredible 176 pounds in order to fulfill his dream of becoming a police officer.
'Band of brothers': Guards keep eternal watch over Tomb of the Unknowns for those who made ultimate sacrifice
Tomb guards maintain a constant vigil day and night, in rain, sleet and snow, to ensure the Unknowns will forever rest with dignity and honor.
Tomb guards maintain a constant vigil day and night, in rain, sleet and snow, to ensure the Unknowns will forever rest with dignity and honor.
Virginia woman who gave the finger to President Trump's motorcade wins election
The woman who lost her job after displaying her middle finger at President Donald Trump's motorcade has won a seat on a county board of supervisors in Virginia.
The woman who lost her job after displaying her middle finger at President Donald Trump's motorcade has won a seat on a county board of supervisors in Virginia.
Amber Alert canceled after missing VA teen found
Authorities in Virginia are looking for a missing teen they believe to be endangered. Isabel Shae Hicks, 14, was last seen at her home in Bumpass, Virginia early on the morning of Oct. 21, according to the FBI.
Authorities in Virginia are looking for a missing teen they believe to be endangered. Isabel Shae Hicks, 14, was last seen at her home in Bumpass, Virginia early on the morning of Oct. 21, according to the FBI.
Virginia couple adopts after viral pro-life post telling expectant mothers not to get abortion
A Virginia couple who went viral earlier this year with their pro-life plea to pregnant women has had their dreams answered.
A Virginia couple who went viral earlier this year with their pro-life plea to pregnant women has had their dreams answered.



















