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Fairfax County Crash Claims Life Amid 378 Wrecks in Virginia Winter Storm

By Uriah Kiser
Virginia State Police called to a crash.

A fatal crash in Fairfax County led to Virginia State Police activity during a winter storm that continued to blanket much of the state Sunday. Officials said the crash, which occurred Saturday night, is not believed to be weather-related. No other details were immediately provided.

Despite the weather not playing a role in that fatal crash, the storm has created hazardous driving conditions statewide. From Saturday into Sunday night, troopers responded to 378 crashes, including 28 with injuries, as snow and ice made travel dangerous. Officials are urging drivers to stay off the roads through Monday morning.

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VDOT Urges Drivers to Stay Home

By Mauriah Church-Barbour
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“Give us some time — we will get to you. Until then, stay off the roads, NOVA,” the VDOT NOVA District stated.

Prince William County shared the message as winter weather impacts road conditions throughout Northern Virginia. Officials are asking drivers to avoid travel while crews work to clear primary and secondary roads in Prince William County and neighboring jurisdictions.

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Fatal Crash in Fairfax Leads State Police Storm Response Summary

By Uriah Kiser

Virginia State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred Saturday evening in Fairfax County. The crash, which happened during a major winter storm affecting much of the state, is not believed to be weather-related.

As of 11 a.m. Sunday, police had responded to 240 crashes across the Commonwealth since the storm began, 16 of which involved injuries. Drivers are urged to stay off the roads through Monday morning and give space to emergency crews and VDOT plows. Officials also warn that the storm could delay emergency response times:

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Stafford OmniRide Riders Report Crowded Commute

By Uriah Kiser
Passengers stand shoulder to shoulder aboard a weekday OmniRide commuter bus departing the Courthouse Road lot in Stafford County for Washington, D.C., as riders report overcrowded conditions on the 6:30 a.m. route. [Submitted photo]

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Date/Time/Place: Jan. 20–21, 2026; 6:30 a.m.; Courthouse Road commuter lot, Stafford County, Virginia

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Limited Parking at Park and Ride Lots

By Uriah Kiser

“Limited parking spaces will be available for ridesharing starting this weekend in two Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Park and Ride lots in the Fredericksburg area due to winter weather operations,” VDOT announced. “The number of available parking spaces will be significantly reduced.”

“Parking is anticipated to remain limited into next week, depending on the status of snow removal operations,” the agency added. “No vehicles remaining in the lot will be removed as part of this storm event.”

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$11.3M Plans for VRE’s Manassas Line

By Uriah Kiser

Virginia Railway Express officials moved closer to seeking millions in state transportation funding for a rail expansion project near Broad Run Station aimed at supporting future growth on the Manassas Line.

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OmniRide tracks transit funding, budget issues ahead of 2026 General Assembly session

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OmniRide officials outlined which transit-related legislation they are monitoring as the Virginia General Assembly prepares to convene for its 2026 session.

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What December Ridership Shows — and Doesn’t — About OmniRide Commuter Demand

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OmniRide reported higher commuter bus ridership in December, even as local routes declined, offering a mixed picture of transit demand in Prince William County heading into winter.

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