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Family Killed On Way To Wedding In Stafford Identified As Devout Christians, Immigrants Family Killed On Way To Wedding In Stafford Identified As Devout Christians, Immigrants
Family Killed On Way To Wedding In Stafford Identified As Devout Christians, Immigrants A Massachusetts family traveling to a wedding in South Carolina has been identified among the five people killed in a devastating chain-reaction crash involving a charter bus on Interstate 95 in Virginia. Providence Christian Academy announced Friday, May 29, that members of the Doncev family died in the crash, which happened shortly after 2:30 a.m. in the southbound lanes of I-95 in Stafford County. Relatives identified the family of four as Dimitri Doncev, 45, and his wife Ecaterina Doncev, 44, along with their two children, Emily, 13, and Mark, 7, all of Greenfield, MA. The family …
UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center Earns National Recognition For Cleanliness UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center Earns National Recognition For Cleanliness
UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center Earns National Recognition For Cleanliness UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center has again been named among the cleanest hospitals in the United States after earning a five-star cleanliness rating through a quality system. The Haymarket hospital was recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of 396 hospitals nationwide to receive the top cleanliness rating through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Five-Star Quality Rating System, UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center announced in a press release. The rating is based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey data. The recogni…
Brutal Maryland Heatwave Gives Way To Dangerous Storms, Hail, Flooding: Forecasters Brutal Maryland Heatwave Gives Way To Dangerous Storms, Hail, Flooding: Forecasters
Brutal Maryland Heatwave Gives Way To Dangerous Storms, Hail, Flooding: Forecasters andMaryland and Virginia are about to go from sweating through near-record heat to dodging potentially dangerous storms in a matter of hours. After days of brutal temperatures baked the region under some of the hottest May weather ever recorded, forecasters warned Wednesday that the atmosphere was primed for severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging winds, hail, flooding, and dangerous evening commute conditions across much of the region. The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, for large portions of Maryland and Virginia as…
Stafford Woman Changes Story After DUI Stop With Child In Car, Sheriff Says Stafford Woman Changes Story After DUI Stop With Child In Car, Sheriff Says
Stafford Woman Changes Story After DUI Stop With Child In Car, Sheriff Says A Virginia driver didn’t just fail to stay in her lane — deputies say her story didn’t stay straight either after she was pulled over with a child in the car. Erika Romero Diaz, 38, of Stafford, was arrested following a traffic stop that led to multiple charges, according to the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office. A deputy observed Diaz failing to maintain her lane near Windsong Way and Stefaniga Road at approximately 6:40 p.m. on April 24 and conducted a traffic stop, deputies said. Diaz initially admitted she was on her phone while driving before denying she had consumed any alcohol that d…
Walmart Remodeling 10 CT Stores Amid Major Upgrades: See Where Walmart Remodeling 10 CT Stores Amid Major Upgrades: See Where
Walmart Remodeling 10 CT Stores Amid Major Upgrades: See Where Walmart plans to remodel hundreds of stores as it tries to modernize locations and expand services for customers. More than 650 Walmart Supercenters and Neighborhood Markets will be remodeled, the company said in a news release on Wednesday, April 16. The Arkansas-based chain is also expected to open 20 new locations nationwide by early 2027. According to Walmart, the remodeled stores will have wider aisles, new layouts, and expanded product assortments. Pharmacies and Vision Centers will get private consultation rooms, while some locations will add grocery&nbs…
Adult Student From El Salvador Convicted Of Groping Girls In Fairfax High School: DHS Adult Student From El Salvador Convicted Of Groping Girls In Fairfax High School: DHS
Adult Student From El Salvador Convicted Of Groping Girls In Fairfax High School: DHS A student accused of groping multiple girls inside a Virginia high school has now been convicted, marking a major development in a case that drew concern from parents and students. Israel Christopher Flores-Ortiz, 18, was found guilty of nine counts of assault and battery tied to incidents at Fairfax High School, federal officials announced on Friday, April 10. As previously reported by Daily Voice, multiple students came forward earlier this year, saying they were inappropriately touched in school hallways. The incidents happened while Flores-Ortiz was enrolled as a student, officials sai…
Deadly Fairfax County Stabbing Sparks ICE Warning: ‘Do Not Let This Murderer Go Free’ Deadly Fairfax County Stabbing Sparks ICE Warning: ‘Do Not Let This Murderer Go Free’
Deadly Fairfax County Stabbing Sparks ICE Warning: ‘Do Not Let This Murderer Go Free’ A man accused of a deadly stabbing inside a Fairfax County home is now at the center of a growing political firestorm, with federal immigration officials imploring Virginia leaders not to release him. Anibal Armando Chavarria Muy, 38, was arrested on Sunday, March 30, one day after a man was found stabbed to death inside a home on Bellview Drive in Bailey’s Crossroads, according to police. Officers were called shortly before 9 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, to the 6000 block of Bellview Drive, where they found a man suffering from multiple stab wounds to his upper body. The victim was rushed …
More Than 1 In 3 CT Hospitals Threatened By Medicaid Cuts, Study Finds: See Which Ones More Than 1 In 3 CT Hospitals Threatened By Medicaid Cuts, Study Finds: See Which Ones
More Than 1 In 3 CT Hospitals Threatened By Medicaid Cuts, Study Finds: See Which Ones Nearly 90 hospitals across the Northeast are at risk of closing, slashing services, or laying off workers due to Republican-passed cuts to Medicaid, according to a new study. Public Citizen released a report on Tuesday, March 31, that identifies 446 hospitals especially vulnerable to major cuts due to the previously named "One Big Beautiful Bill." President Donald Trump signed the GOP-backed budget reconciliation package into law on Friday, July 4, 2025. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the spending plan will gut $911 billion in federal spend…
MA Ranked No. 2 For Innovation In US, New Study Finds: Here's Why MA Ranked No. 2 For Innovation In US, New Study Finds: Here's Why
MA Ranked No. 2 For Innovation In US, New Study Finds: Here's Why The nation's capital and several Northeast states are driving research, innovation, and business growth, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2026 list of Most & Least Innovative States on Wednesday, March 18. The report evaluated all 50 states and Washington, DC, using 25 indicators tied to innovation. The metrics include the share of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) workers, research and development spending, and tech industry presence. Washington, DC, retained its place as the nation's innovation leader, according to WalletHub. The District sto…
Rare Level 4 Severe Weather Risk Issued For Maryland With Tornadoes, 80 MPH Winds Possible Rare Level 4 Severe Weather Risk Issued For Maryland With Tornadoes, 80 MPH Winds Possible
Rare Level 4 Severe Weather Risk Issued For Maryland With Tornadoes, 80 MPH Winds Possible A rare and potentially dangerous storm system is barreling toward the DMV as forecasters say the region could be facing tornadoes, destructive winds, and widespread power outages by Monday afternoon. The National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center have placed the DC metro area under a Level 4 out of 5 “Moderate Risk” for severe weather — a designation rarely issued for the region and one that signals widespread severe storms are possible. The last time the area saw a similar risk level was more than two years ago, according to meteorologists tracking the system. Here are o…
Locked Basement, Trusted Teacher: Former DC Educator Convicted Of Sexually Abusing Student Locked Basement, Trusted Teacher: Former DC Educator Convicted Of Sexually Abusing Student
Locked Basement, Trusted Teacher: Former DC Educator Convicted Of Sexually Abusing Student A former DC high school teacher from Virginia has been convicted of sexually assaulting his former student, federal authorities announced on Thursday.  Mark Williams, 59, was convicted by a jury of multiple sexual abuse charges after preying on his victim while he was her teacher more than a decade ago. According to the US Attorney's Office, in the spring of 2014, Williams was the victim’s high school teacher at Duke Ellington School for the Arts.  Williams, then 47, began an independent study with the victim, who was 17 years old at the time.  The independent study se…
Burning Trash Covers Route 50 After Garbage Truck Fire Sparks Morning Chaos In Fairfax County Burning Trash Covers Route 50 After Garbage Truck Fire Sparks Morning Chaos In Fairfax County
Burning Trash Covers Route 50 After Garbage Truck Fire Sparks Morning Chaos In Fairfax County A garbage truck fire forced crews to dump burning trash onto Route 50 in Virginia on Thursday morning to stop the flames from spreading further into the roadway, fire officials said. Firefighters were called around 11:37 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6, to westbound Route 50 near South Penderbrook Drive, where a garbage truck caught fire while traveling through the area, according to Fairfax County Fire and Rescue. Crews quickly extinguished the fire by dumping the burning trash onto the roadway to prevent the flames from extending beyond the truck, officials said. Here's why traffic was b…
Frederick Fugitive Busted With Stolen Glock, Crack, And Cash During Traffic Stop: Sheriff Frederick Fugitive Busted With Stolen Glock, Crack, And Cash During Traffic Stop: Sheriff
Frederick Fugitive Busted With Stolen Glock, Crack, And Cash During Traffic Stop: Sheriff A fugitive in Maryland was in the wrong place at the wrong time when he was caught with a Glock stolen out of Virginia during a traffic stop. Jamar Harvey, 21, who was already wanted on assault and other charges, is behind bars following a timely traffic stop that was conducted by members of the Frederick County Sheriff's Office. Shortly after 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 1, a deputy conducted a traffic stop in the area of East Street and East Patrick Street, leading to Harvey's arrest. According to the agency, Harvey — who had multiple warrants out for his arrest in Frederick — was identifie…
Worst Winter Storm In Years Slams Northeast: Latest Snowfall, Ice, Power Outage Numbers Worst Winter Storm In Years Slams Northeast: Latest Snowfall, Ice, Power Outage Numbers
Worst Winter Storm In Years Slams Northeast: Latest Snowfall, Ice, Power Outage Numbers A sprawling, dangerous storm is pounding the Northeast with heavy snow, crippling ice, and widespread power outages continuing to grow across dozens of states. The National Weather Service says snow, sleet, and freezing rain will continue through Sunday night, Jan. 25, nto early Monday, Jan. 26, in the worst winter storm in five years. The latest briefing highlights widespread heavy snow across the Mid‑Atlantic and Northeast, with a widespread 8-10 inches of snowfall, and higher totals ranging from 10 to 20 inches expected through the overnight.  Many locations in the New York metropo…
Judge Opens Bids For Virginia’s Top Prosecutor After Interim US Attorney Loses Authority Judge Opens Bids For Virginia’s Top Prosecutor After Interim US Attorney Loses Authority
Judge Opens Bids For Virginia’s Top Prosecutor After Interim US Attorney Loses Authority A federal judge in Virginia has opened applications for the region’s top federal prosecutor after the legal clock ran out on the Justice Department’s interim pick, leaving the powerful post officially vacant. Chief US District Judge M. Hannah Lauck entered an order on Tuesday, Jan. 20, directing the court to solicit candidates to serve as interim US attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia after Lindsey Halligan’s temporary authority expired without Senate confirmation. Halligan was appointed by the attorney general on Sept. 22, 2025, under a federal statute that limits interim US atto…
Good Samaritans Subdue Woman Who Exposed Herself, Fought Officer At Gainesville GNC: Police Good Samaritans Subdue Woman Who Exposed Herself, Fought Officer At Gainesville GNC: Police
Good Samaritans Subdue Woman Who Exposed Herself, Fought Officer At Gainesville GNC: Police Shoppers inside a busy Virginia nutrition store were caught off guard when a routine trip turned chaotic, police said. Officers were called to the GNC on Linton Hall Road in Gainesville just after 11:25 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 15, after reports of a disorderly woman inside the store, Prince William County police said on Monday. Investigators said Danielle Maria Blaser Diaz, 36, entered the business and began aggressively approaching customers, creating a disturbance inside the store.  Then things took a strange turn when she later stepped outside and exposed herself to customers throug…
Dream Home Turns to Nightmare After ICE Detains Virginia Father of Three Dream Home Turns to Nightmare After ICE Detains Virginia Father of Three
Dream Home Turns to Nightmare After ICE Detains Virginia Father of Three What started as a dream home turned into a house of horrors for a Virginia family after ICE upended their lives. Jean Piere Daza and his wife, Jhosly, worked for years to fulfill their dream of buying a home for their three children, but that dream was short-lived, according to their loved ones. While preparing the home for the holidays, an alarm accidentally went off, triggering a series of events that ended with Daza being detained. "Although the police confirmed he was the homeowner, the next day he was unexpectedly detained and later turned over to ICE," Flavia Rivas Plata said, n…
Most Popular Fast-Food Chain Revealed For CT, Beyond Most Popular Fast-Food Chain Revealed For CT, Beyond
Most Popular Fast-Food Chain Revealed For CT, Beyond Craving burgers, fries, or fried chicken? A new study reveals the biggest fast-food chain in every state, and the rankings might surprise you. Tasting Table analyzed the most popular and widespread fast-food brands across the country, highlighting the go-to spots from coast to coast. The research ranks each state’s top chain based on store count and popularity. Here’s how the Northeast shakes out: New York: McDonald's  New Jersey: Dunkin’ Connecticut: Dunkin’ Pennsylvania: McDonald’s Massachusetts: Dunkin’ Maryland: McDonald’s Virginia: Chick-fil-A Accor…
Pedestrian Fighting For Life After Hit-Run Crash In Annandale, Police Say Pedestrian Fighting For Life After Hit-Run Crash In Annandale, Police Say
Pedestrian Fighting For Life After Hit-Run Crash In Annandale, Police Say A man is fighting for his life after being struck by a hit-and-run driver at a busy Virginia intersection Tuesday morning. Officers were called to Little River Turnpike and Wakefield Chapel Road in Annandale just after 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 7, where they found a pedestrian who had been hit by a vehicle whose driver took off, Fairfax County Police said. The man was rushed to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, police said. Investigators said the driver fled the scene in a dark-colored sedan, leaving the victim behind. Crash Reconstruction Unit detectives were sent to the scene a…
Missed $1.7B By A Hair, Still Won $100K: Virginia Powerball Ticket Hits Big In Spotsy Missed $1.7B By A Hair, Still Won $100K: Virginia Powerball Ticket Hits Big In Spotsy
Missed $1.7B By A Hair, Still Won $100K: Virginia Powerball Ticket Hits Big In Spotsy He didn’t hit the $1.7 billion jackpot in Virginia, but Jeffrey Dimond still walked away with a holiday surprise most people would happily unwrap. The Spotsylvania County man won $100,000 in the Wednesday, Dec. 24 Powerball drawing after coming within one number of the massive 10-figure jackpot, Lottery officials said. Dimond matched four of the first five numbers plus the Powerball number in the drawing, narrowly missing the big prize. That combination normally pays $50,000, but Dimond added the Power Play option for an extra dollar, which doubled the prize to $100,000, officials said. A…
Explosives Threat Turns Sterling Bank Robbery Attempt Into Police Investigation: Sheriff Explosives Threat Turns Sterling Bank Robbery Attempt Into Police Investigation: Sheriff
Explosives Threat Turns Sterling Bank Robbery Attempt Into Police Investigation: Sheriff A Bank of America branch in Virginia was temporarily shut down on Monday after a suspect threatened to use explosives to level the building during an attempted robbery. Deputies with the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office responded at around 3:45 p.m. on Jan. 5 to the 45000 block of Dulles Crossing Plaza in Sterling, after receiving reports of an attempted bank robbery involving an explosives threat, according to the sheriff’s office. The threat triggered an immediate police response, with deputies conducting a thorough search of the bank and the surrounding area amid concerns that an explosiv…
Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition
Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition Sauerkraut ice cream? Yes, you read that right—Urban Churn is once again delighting adventurous taste buds with its famously unique and surprisingly delicious Sauerkraut Ice Cream. This limited-time yearly classic is a bold way to ring in the New Year, blending the tangy zest of sauerkraut with creamy goodness that has become a must-try tradition for many. A New Year’s Tradition With A Twist For Pennsylvanians of German heritage, pork and sauerkraut are New Year’s staples, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. Urban Churn, a Central Pennsylvania favorite, has elevated this tradition by tr…
Fredericksburg Police Searching For Fugitive Accused Of Raping Child Eight Years Ago Fredericksburg Police Searching For Fugitive Accused Of Raping Child Eight Years Ago
Fredericksburg Police Searching For Fugitive Accused Of Raping Child Eight Years Ago Police in Virginia are searching for a man accused of raping a child eight years ago — a case detectives say they were able to corroborate after a woman came forward last week. On Thursday, Dec. 4, a woman reported an alleged sexual assault to the Fredericksburg Police Department that happened when she was 12 years old.  The case was assigned to a detective, who was able to confirm evidence provided by the victim, which identified Fredericksburg resident David Jackson as the likely sexual assault suspect. According to police, Jackson is now wanted on a felony warrant charging him with…
Off-Duty Officer Among Three Hospitalized After Fairfax County Parkway Crash: Police Off-Duty Officer Among Three Hospitalized After Fairfax County Parkway Crash: Police
Off-Duty Officer Among Three Hospitalized After Fairfax County Parkway Crash: Police An off-duty Virginia police officer was among three hospitalized in a multi-vehicle crash early on Wednesday morning in Fairfax County, a police spokesperson confirmed. Shortly before 7 a.m. on Dec. 10, officers were called to a stretch of Fairfax County Parkway near John J Kingman Road in Fort Belvior, where there were reports of a crash that shut down the roadway. According to the Fairfax County Police Department, three adults were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries - including an off-duty officer who was also injured. No details about the crash or the victims were …
Spotsylvania Driver Dies After Pickup Slams Into Tree In Early Morning Crash, Sheriff Says Spotsylvania Driver Dies After Pickup Slams Into Tree In Early Morning Crash, Sheriff Says
Spotsylvania Driver Dies After Pickup Slams Into Tree In Early Morning Crash, Sheriff Says A Virginia man was killed early on Monday morning when a pickup ran off the road and slammed into a tree, officials confirmed. Saul Amaya Argueta, 36, has been identified as the driver who was killed at around 4:20 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 8 in a single-vehicle crash on Courthouse Road, according to the Spotsylvania County Sheriff's Office. The Spotsylvania resident was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders. According to the sheriff's office, deputies arrived at the scene of the crash, where they were met by a 2008 Nissan Titan off the road and resting against a tree. Investigators…
EXCLUSIVE: NJ Man Posed As Government Agents, Stole Gold From Victims In 5 States (UPDATE) EXCLUSIVE: NJ Man Posed As Government Agents, Stole Gold From Victims In 5 States (UPDATE)
Exclusive: NJ Man Posed As Government Agents, Stole Gold From Victims In 5 States (Update) A New Jersey man accused in a sweeping gold-theft scam across five states has entered a guilty plea, his attorney confirmed to Daily Voice on Tuesday, Dec. 9. Bharat Awasarmol and co-defendant Prakashkumar Prajapati were previously indicted for a multistate wire fraud conspiracy that began in March 2023, according to a superseding indictment returned on Thursday, April 3. Prosecutors said the pair and their co-conspirators posed as government officials to trick victims into turning over cash and gold. Victims in Maine, New Hampshire, New York, New Jersey, and Virginia received telephone cal…
Trooper Hospitalized After Lexus SUV Slams Into Patrol Car On I-66 In Virginia: Police Trooper Hospitalized After Lexus SUV Slams Into Patrol Car On I-66 In Virginia: Police
Trooper Hospitalized After Lexus SUV Slams Into Patrol Car On I-66 In Virginia: Police A Virginia State Police trooper was taken to the hospital after an SUV slammed into his patrol car while he was working a crash on I-66 early Thursday morning, officials said. The crash happened around 6:40 a.m. on Nov. 21 along the eastbound lanes of the Beltway, according to Virginia State Police. Investigators said the trooper was inside his vehicle in the right Express Lane with his emergency lights on.  He was working an earlier crash between a tractor-trailer and a passenger vehicle that was blocking the left lane of the main lanes and the right lane of the Express Lanes. While…
Trump Confronts Republicans After Huge Democratic Election Wins: What He Said Trump Confronts Republicans After Huge Democratic Election Wins: What He Said
Trump Confronts Republicans After Huge Democratic Election Wins: What He Said President Donald Trump expressed his anger after Democratic candidates and initiatives scored sweeping election victories nationwide. Trump responded to the widespread GOP defeats in high-profile races during a breakfast with Republican senators on Wednesday, Nov. 5. His comments came hours after massive Democratic victories in highly contested contests in New York City, New Jersey, and Virginia. In a rare admission of defeat, Trump said it was a bad night for his party. "I don't think it was good for Republicans," he said. "I don't think it was good. I'm not sure it was good for anybody."…
Democrat Abigail Spanberger Projected To Make History As Virginia's First Female Governor Democrat Abigail Spanberger Projected To Make History As Virginia's First Female Governor
Democrat Abigail Spanberger Projected To Make History As Virginia's First Female Governor History has been made in Virginia. Democrat Abigail Spanberger is projected to be the first female governor in the history of the Commonwealth, topping Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, according to multiple reports.  As of 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4, with 74 of 133 localities reporting in to the Virginia Board of Elections, Spanberger was leading Earle-Sears 57 percent to 42 percent, with nearly 150,000 more votes.  The projection was made by Decision Desk HQ at 7:19 p.m. on Tuesday, with other outlets confirming her expected win. Decision Desk HQ projects Ab…
CT's Favorite Fall Food Revealed In New Survey: See Which One CT's Favorite Fall Food Revealed In New Survey: See Which One
CT's Favorite Fall Food Revealed In New Survey: See Which One Several fall treats across the Northeast are being recognized for showcasing the region's seasonal flavors and charm. A Mission for Michael released its list of each state's favorite fall food for 2025. The mental health organization asked 3,014 self-described food lovers which autumn dish they would most like to enjoy with their family. The list includes popular dishes like chili in Texas, pumpkin pie in Illinois, and caramel apples in Michigan. "Food traditions are powerful because they connect us to both place and people," said Anand Mehta, a therapist with A Mission for Micha…
Dumfries Mall Creeper Arrested For Obscene Sexual Displays At Potomac Mills: Police (UPDATED) Dumfries Mall Creeper Arrested For Obscene Sexual Displays At Potomac Mills: Police (UPDATED)
Dumfries Mall Creeper Arrested For Obscene Sexual Displays At Potomac Mills: Police (Updated) A Virginia man is in custody after police say he repeatedly approached women working at Potomac Mills Mall and made crude gestures. The Prince William County Police Department announced Tuesday, Sept. 23, that officers are searching for Dumfries resident Edwood Christoper Spencer, 48, in connection with multiple incidents earlier this month. It didn't take long for them to track him down, and he was arrested the following day and charged with obscene sexual display. Police said that between Thursday, Sept. 4, and Wednesday, Sept. 17, Spencer approached female employees at a kiosk inside th…