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Two Killed In Woodbridge Wrong Way Crash

Published March 9, 2026 at 12:04PM

[Photo: Alan Gloss]

Officers responded around 6:45 p.m. March 8 to the intersection of Cardinal Drive and Whips Run Drive in Woodbridge after reports of a multi-vehicle collision, according to Prince William County police.

Investigators say a 2015 Hyundai Genesis was traveling the wrong way in the eastbound lanes of Cardinal Drive when it struck a 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe head-on. The force of the crash pushed the Santa Fe into a 2025 GMC Hummer also traveling eastbound. Debris from the crash struck an unoccupied 2024 Honda Accord parked in a nearby driveway on Whips Run Drive.

Police seek details, video after man, 19 killed in fiery I-66 crash

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 6, 2026 at 8:00AM

Virginia State Police are continuing their investigation into a fatal single-vehicle crash that claimed the life of a 19-year-old Bristow resident on Saturday, February 28, 2026, and are asking for the public’s assistance.

The incident occurred at approximately 3:10 p.m. when a 2013 Toyota Corolla, traveling at a high rate of speed, entered the eastbound Interstate 66 rest area near the 49-mile marker (close to Bull Run Drive and the Manassas area). The vehicle struck the rear of a legally parked 2024 Kenworth 310 tractor-trailer and burst into flames upon impact.

19-year-old Bristow man killed in fiery crash at I-66 rest area

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 3, 2026 at 9:51AM

A 19-year-old Bristow resident was killed Saturday afternoon when his Toyota sedan struck a parked tractor-trailer in an Interstate 66 eastbound rest area in Prince William County and burst into flames.

Virginia State Police responded to the crash at approximately 3:10 p.m. on February 28, 2026, about 0.3 miles west of Bull Run Drive near the 48-49 mile marker in the Manassas area.

Triple Reverse-Peak Service Planned for VRE Lines

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 24, 2026 at 1:00PM

The Woodbridge VRE station [Photo: VRE]

Virginia Railway Express CEO Katie Choe presented an ambitious plan Feb. 20 to transform VRE into a full regional rail system by 2030 with tripled reverse-peak trains, expanded daily service, and robust weekend operations.

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Major Road Projects Advance in Prince William’s Six-Year Capital Plan

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 12, 2026 at 2:00PM

Prince William County is dedicating the largest share of its proposed $1.56 billion six-year Capital Improvement Program to transportation, with major road projects moving forward and new fiscal strategies aimed at saving taxpayers millions.

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Police urge sober driving ahead of Super Bowl Sunday

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 3, 2026 at 7:00AM

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Police say Super Bowl Sunday is one of the most dangerous days of the year on roadways due to alcohol-related crashes, as friends and families gather to watch the game. Officers are reminding anyone who plans to drink to designate a sober driver in advance or arrange alternate transportation.

The department offered safety tips for those attending parties, including pacing alcohol consumption, eating food, alternating with non-alcoholic drinks and never getting behind the wheel if impaired. Police also encourage people to step in if they believe a friend is about to drive after drinking.

Fatal Crash on Route 17 in Fauquier

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 2, 2026 at 9:47AM

A fatal single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning claimed the life of a Sumerduck woman in Fauquier County.

Virginia State Police say a 2019 Kia Forte was traveling northbound on Route 17 near Dyes Lane around 2:30 a.m. when it ran off the right side of the road and struck a tree. The driver, a 36-year-old woman from Sumerduck, was pronounced dead at the scene. Police noted she was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.

VDOT Crews Continue Snow Cleanup

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 29, 2026 at 4:57PM

[Photo: Manassas City]

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Date, time, place: Ongoing through the weekend across Northern Virginia, including Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park.

Tipster Flags Hazardous Hotel Parking

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 26, 2026 at 6:37PM

A guest at a Stafford County hotel reported hazardous driving conditions on the property after a winter storm, saying internal roads and parking areas had not been plowed.

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Fredericksburg Area Drivers Urged to Delay Travel This Morning

By Mauriah Church-Barbour

Published January 26, 2026 at 11:45AM

“Staying off the roads will also provide space for crews removing snow today on primary roads and high-volume secondary roads,” the agency added. (Virginia Department of Transportation)

VDOT crews are actively working around the clock to plow and treat roads after a winter storm left many low-volume secondary roads snow-covered and icy. Interstates and major routes are priority for snow and ice removal before crews shift focus to smaller secondary and residential roads. Drivers should check 511Virginia for current road conditions before traveling. (Virginia Department of Transportation)

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