Returning to life in the shadows

Returning to life in the shadows

Many undocumented immigrants learned they are ineligible for a deportation protection program.

Renewed push to solve 1984 murder

The FBI, Virginia State Police and Manassas City Police are offering a $50,000 reward for information regarding the fatal stabbing of state trooper Johnny Bowman.

In Pr. William park, a free creek flows

Improvements to Locust Shade Park are the result of a partnership the county says will restore streams at no cost to local taxpayers.

Roads closing for Romney visit to Va.

Some roads in Manassas’ Old Town district will be restricted during the presidential candidate’s visit today.

Miles of HOT lanes to mark new era

Miles of HOT lanes to mark new era

Construction gets underway to create 29 miles of toll lanes in Northern Virginia’s I-95 corridor.

Pr. William church catches fire

Mount Pleasant Baptist Church caught fire early Friday; the cause is not yet known, officials said.

I-95 Express Lanes construction begins this week

Virginia Gov. Robert F. McDonnell and scores of local officials welcomed the start of the high-occupancy toll lane project that will replace the HOV lanes on I-95 by the end of 2014.

The State of NoVa by Tom Jackman

Lorton’s Ben Cook, 14, takes starring role in ‘Billy Elliot’ touring production

He’s been acting, singing and dancing locally since 9, and on Broadway since 11.

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Navy commander from Fairfax County accused of adultery, faking death

Cmdr. Michael P. Ward II moved from Burke to take command of the USS Pittsburgh. He was relieved of command seven days later.

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Seniors unleash flash mob at fair

VIDEO | Led by Ms. Senior Virginia 2012, seniors bust a move to the Black Eyed Peas at the Arlington County Fair.

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Matt McLean and Terrence Jennings bring Olympic medals back to NoVa

McLean won gold in the freestyle relay; Jennings took bronze in taekwondo.

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Prince William mother continues search for missing son

A mother’s vigil on Sunday will help keep her missing son’s memory alive.

Prince William County news in brief

Public invited to meet Manassas superintendent; Candlelight tours planned for Battle of Kettle Run event.

Prince William County community calendar, Aug. 16-23, 2012

The Prince William County Fair, ghost tours, art and historical exhibits and other events in the county.

Prince William County crime report

Among incidents reported by police departments in Prince William County, Manassas and Manassas Park.

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Reliving the War of 1812

Dozens of reenactors participated in the Battle of Bladensburg, which helped kick off observances of the War of 1812’s 200th anniversary.

Remembering World War II

A banner display of more than 1,945 photographs kicks off National Spirit of ’45 weekend, honoring those who served in World War II.

O’Malley signs bill for casino in Pr. George’s

The expanded gambling legislation, which also would allow table games at Maryland’s five other authorized slots sites, goes to voters in November after being approved by the General Assembly.

Principal is trying to make a difference

In Alexandria, new principal takes on challenges at Mount Vernon Community School.

Family grieving teen’s brutal murder

Prosecutors secured first-degree murder convictions for killing of 15-year-old.

Meltdown in Manassas Park

The small Virginia city undertook a massive project to rebuild, renovate and refurbish its public buildings. Then the housing bust hit.

A scary Tuesday at Reagan National Airport

A photographer was right off the runway on day of a close call involving three planes

Forming a family

A same-sex couple bring three children into their Capitol Hill home.

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