Longfellow Middle School in Fairfax County is known for its science prowess. The school's Science Olympiad team is a big deal. They've won the state title 13 times in a row. Now, they're aiming for a 14th victory. This is no small feat. The team is made up of 30 dedicated students. They train hard
Fairfax County is adding new classes to its middle and high schools. Starting in the 2026-27 school year, students can take courses on artificial intelligence, personal finance, and cybersecurity. The school board approved these changes. Most of the new classes are optional. This means schools can
In San Rafael, a home decor business is making a big move. The Still Collective has taken over a large former FedEx building. This space is much bigger than their current one. They will now have 28, 500 square feet to work with. That's a lot more room than their current 6, 400 square feet. The comp
Fairfax County Public Schools, the biggest district in Virginia, is now under the microscope. A House committee is digging into claims of antisemitism within its walls. This isn't just happening in Fairfax, though. Schools in Berkeley, California, and Philadelphia are also being looked at. Why is t
Timothée Chalamet and Adam Sandler had a fun chat at Fairfax High School. They talked about movies, basketball, and their careers. They even shared some funny stories. They remembered their first meeting on the set of "Men, Women & Children. " Chalamet recalled how Sandler cheered him up at a party
Virginia's political landscape turned a deeper shade of blue this election. Democrats not only kept their majority in the House of Delegates but also expanded it. They now hold over 60 seats, up from 51. This change shows a clear shift in voter preferences. Experts say this shift is partly due to p
New York City Public Schools are in a legal battle with the U. S. Department of Education. The federal agency cut $47 million in grants because of the city's policies on transgender students. The schools say the funding was taken away without proper notice or a hearing. The Department of Education
A woman was hurt in a shooting outside the CIA's main building in Virginia. This happened early in the morning. The woman drove her car into a gate. She was shot by security guards. The woman is 27 years old. Her name is Monia Spadaro. She is in the hospital. Police are checking if she was drunk. Th
Gerry Connolly, a well-known figure in Virginia politics, passed away at his home. He was 75 years old. His family shared the sad news, highlighting his dedication and love for public service. Connolly had been battling cancer, which had recently returned after a brief period of remission. This news
A violent storm system swept across the lower Midwest and South over the weekend, leaving at least 27 people dead. The worst hit areas were in Missouri and Kentucky. The storms brought tornadoes and thunderstorms that caused significant damage and loss of life. The governor of Kentucky, Andy Besh
