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Fire Off Telegraph Road: Resident, 82, Dies from Injuries
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue says resident died at home that caught fire Saturday; fire was started by electrical problem.

Fairfax County Fire and Rescue says resident died at home that caught fire Saturday; fire was started by electrical problem.

Looking to get out and see some holiday lights over the weekend? There are several options in Northern Virginia.
Rose Cruz, 49, is a wife and mother, and a familiar face around Alexandria; she was struck by a car while crossing the street Thursday.
A Seattle-based company admitted to fraud Friday while managing government properties including military housing at Fort Belvoir.
Also in this week's crime report: Package stolen from front porch, ex-nanny harasses family and two beagles found running loose.
MGM CEO Jim Murren stopped by the National Press Club Friday to talk about MGM National Harbor, opening Thursday, Dec. 8.
Police were called at about 12:36 a.m. Friday, responding to a report of what sounded like gunshots.
There was an armed robbery at a Richmond Highway gas station late Thursday night, police said.
The Alexandria area man, 57, was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries after being struck by a car Thursday at about 5:44 p.m
In video below, a Christmas tree burn conducted by Consumer Product Safety Commission shows how quickly a dried-out tree goes up in flames.
Worried about selling your home during the holidays? Follow these tips from Lisa Groover of McEnearney Associates Alexandria.
Four cars were involved in crash after Highlander swerved into another lane; crash closed southbound I-495 for about five hours.
Rare whiskey is released once a year in small quantities as part of the "antique collection" of Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Ky.
The restaurant was a fixture at 14th and K in downtown DC for two decades; now it's back, in Tysons.
Alexandria police are investigating a crash Thursday night that sent a pedestrian to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Oily sheen could reach DC area waters Thursday or Friday, environmental group says.
Police say they were called Wednesday to a convenience store in Annandale after a man who was trespassed from the store showed up.
Police say the suspect entered an apartment, implied he had a weapon and robbed the resident.
Store carries pet food, treats and toys; offers do-it-yourself dog-washing stations at new Bradlee shopping center location.
This is the second day that after-school activities have been canceled for Alexandria school.