ICE Officers Spotted at Dulles Airport — “About a dozen U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers were gathered late Tuesday morning in the main terminal at Dulles. Nearby were about two dozen Department of Homeland Security police officers, several armed with long guns.” While some airports are seeing hours-long security lines as TSA staffers work without pay, operations have been mostly normal at Dulles and Reagan National. [WTOP]
More Charges in Fairfax HS Assault Case — Fairfax City police obtained four additional charges of assault yesterday (Wednesday) against an 18-year-old Fairfax High School student after more victims came forward with allegations following his arrest on March 7. The student is now facing 13 charges total related to accusations that he “assaulted numerous female juvenile victims” at the school. [City of Fairfax Police]
FCPS Nixes Upcoming Early Releases — With Fairfax County Public Schools canceling classes on April 21 to accommodate the redistricting referendum special election, that day will now serve as a teacher and staff development day, while April 22 and April 29 — previously designated as early-release days for elementary students — will be full days, Superintendent Michelle Reid says. [FCPS]
Bill Would Require Statewide AI Rules for Schools — As FCPS works on its own policy, “the Virginia General Assembly overwhelmingly approved legislation to require the state Department of Education to provide local school districts with guidelines for ‘the safe, ethical, and equitable use’ of AI systems.” The bills now await Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s signature or veto. [VPM News]
McKay on Proposed Casino Revenue Split — “Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Jeff McKay says one big change might make him reconsider the Tysons casino measure: a different revenue-sharing agreement with the state.” At least 70% of the gaming tax revenue would need to go to the local government to make the community impacts worthwhile, McKay said, but he suspects “there’s not really any appetite” in the General Assembly for changing a split that currently favors the state. [Washington Business Journal]
Aging Facilities Among County Budget Challenges — “Fairfax County officials met with residents Monday evening to outline a proposed fiscal year 2027 budget marked by significant capital needs, multi-million dollar shortfalls for public schools, and a concerted effort to maintain aging infrastructure.” [Patch]
Fairfax County Surveys Business Owners — “The Fairfax County Department of Economic Initiatives has just launched our Spring 2026 Business Survey to get a real-time look at the trends, challenges, and opportunities affecting your company right now.” The confidential survey will remain open until April 17. [Fairfax County DEI]
It’s Thursday — Expect mostly sunny weather with temperatures reaching a high of around 75°F. Winds will be from the southwest at 10 to 13 mph, with gusts up to 23 mph. Night will bring increasing clouds and a low of about 57°F, with a 50% chance of precipitation. [NWS]
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