Plan Unclear for University Attorneys Bill — “Virginia Senate Democrats are weighing whether to reintroduce legislation in 2027 to allow Virginia universities to hire their own legal counsel so they may better protect themselves from federal pressure.” Bills were filed during the 2026 session after the Justice Department investigated the University of Virginia and George Mason University for their diversity and equity policies.” [Virginia Scope]
Waymo Bill Blocked in D.C. — “D.C.’s transportation committee voted down a bill that would legalize passenger service in self-driving cars operated by Waymo and other companies, stalling an almost 15 year effort to bring this technology to the District.” Self-driving taxis from Waymo and Tesla have recently been spotted mapping Fairfax County and other areas of Northern Virginia. [Washington Sun]
Plea Agreements Rejected — “Fairfax County judges have rejected more than two dozen criminal plea agreements over the past year, pushing back against prosecutors over sentences deemed too lenient and critical case facts left out of court proceedings.” The Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office didn’t respond to a request for comment sent over the Veterans’ Day holiday. [FOX5]
Guns Connected to Hybla Valley Shooting — “On November 4 at approximately 4:53 p.m., officers responded to the 7900 block of Janna Lee Avenue after several callers reported hearing gunshots. Officers located numerous cartridge casings and observed bullet holes in a vehicle and nearby street signs. No injuries were reported.” Police have charged five people and recovered seven firearms in connection with the shooting. [FCPD]
Fairfax City Weighs Legislative Priorities — “Giving local governments more flexibility to raise revenue, expanding housing opportunities and preserving local control over collective bargaining are among the priorities Fairfax City officials are considering for the 2027 Virginia General Assembly session.” [Patch]
Tysons Caller ID Company Lands Investment — Numeracle Inc., which offers phone number verification services to wireless carriers and other customers, has seen a 70% revenue jump over the past 16 months and is planning to hire internationally and in sales and marketing, CEO and founder Rebekah Johnson says. “Fueling growth is a $28 million investment Numeracle landed in late October led by Princeton, New Jersey-based investor Edison Partners.” [Washington Business Journal]
Upgrades Planned for Chantilly Park — The Fairfax County Park Authority will start projects to replace the athletic field lighting and turf at Poplar Tree Park (4718 Stringfellow Road) next Monday, Nov. 16. The lighting upgrades will require the park to power off through January, and fields 2 and 3 will be closed through early March for the turf replacement. Restrooms and the western parking lot will also be closed for the duration of both projects. [FCPA]
McLean Home Sells for $20M — “A riverfront compound on McLean’s Gold Coast just sold for $20 million, making it one of the most expensive homes to sell in the DC region this year. The property at 1100 and 1153 Crest Lane (map) closed on Monday, after going under contract in late September.” [DC UrbanTurf]
Health Expo Returning to Vienna — “The Vienna Business Association (VBA) invites the local community to … the fourth annual Get Healthy Vienna Expo on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Vienna Community Center. This free public event brings together 50 local health, wellness, and fitness vendors to help attendees improve or jumpstart their wellness journey just in time for the holiday season.” [Press release]
It’s Friday — Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers before 1 PM. High near 48, with north winds 14 to 16 mph and gusts up to 25 mph. Tonight will remain mostly cloudy, with a low around 36 and north winds 8 to 11 mph, gusting up to 18 mph. [NWS]
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