Lifestyle
Virginia Urged to Embrace Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Program
Former Virginia Board of Education President Chris Braunlich argues the program can provide millions in education funding without costing taxpayers.
Maryland Author Befriends KKK Members to Change Minds
Daryl Davis collects KKK regalia as symbols of his ability to shift perspectives through open dialogue.
Alexandria Resumes Sidewalk Ordinance Enforcement
City says snow removal requirements will be back in effect starting February 3 after winter storm recovery period.
Crime
2 Sentenced in $1M Financial Fraud Scheme
Former financial services specialists stole from investors through real estate scam
Virginia Teen Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder of New Jersey Police Officer
Prosecutors say the 17-year-old rammed a patrol car and charged officers with a knife, citing extremist influences.
Man Killed, Teen Injured in Alexandria Shootings
Police investigating incident in North Patrick Street apartment
Health
Cochlear Implants Boost Music Listening Time
Study finds better hearing with implants correlates with increased time spent listening to music.
Economic Toll of Schizophrenia in US Reaches $367 Billion
New research shows the staggering societal costs driven by lost productivity, early mortality, and unpaid caregiving.
5 Virginia Hospitals Ranked Among Top 100 in U.S.
New Healthgrades report highlights top-performing medical centers in the state.
Business
Trump Signs First Major PBM Reform in Decades
New law aims to protect patients and pharmacies from PBM practices
Donaldson Acquires Facet Filtration from Filtration Group
The acquisition is expected to expand Donaldson's Industrial Solutions business and enhance its presence in regulated filtration markets.
Alexandria Real Estate Equities Upgraded to Hold by Zacks Research
Analysts see potential upside despite recent portfolio markdowns and leasing challenges
