Buddhist Monks' 'Walk for Peace' Prompts Road Closures in Alexandria
The 2,300-mile pilgrimage from Texas to D.C. will pass through the city on Monday, February 9.
Virginia Lawmaker Fires Back at Ted Cruz Over Redistricting
Virginia Democrats Propose 10% Tax on Fantasy Sports Revenue
Lifestyle
Boil Order Lifted for Briarcliff Waterworks Customers
The boil order affected 20 customers in a specific area of Briarcliff, Virginia.

Longtime Montpelier Supporter Joe Grills Remains Committed to Constitution and Madison Legacy
90-year-old Rapidan resident has devoted decades of time, energy and resources to preserving James Madison's historic home
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.
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