Fairfax County casino bill heads to House

Tysons casino plan divides Fairfax lawmakers as bill moves forward
Fairfax County voters are one step closer to deciding whether to bring a gaming and entertainment complex to Tysons corner after the Virginia Senate approved legislation on Tuesday.
Fairfax County casino bill heads to House after passing Virginia’s Senate
A bill that would allow casinos to open in Fairfax County passed the Senate Tuesday. Senate Bill 982 passed with 24-16. The bill created a lot of controversy, with some thinking that it was not what the county needed and others thinking that it would bring in increased revenue
Virginia Senate advances bill to allow Fairfax County Casino Referendum despite strong community pushback
Legislation that could pave the way for a casino in Fairfax County has cleared a major hurdle, passing the Virginia Senate by a 24-16 vote. The bill, introduced by Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell,
A bill paving the way for a new casino in Fairfax County is moving on with an uncertain future
A bill that might lead to a new casino in Fairfax County got over a major hurdle Tuesday. The part of Fairfax County where a developer is trying to build a casino is represented by Senator Saddam Salim.
Virginia Senate votes in favor of bill that would allow referendum for casino in Tysons Corner
Many believe the goal of SB982 was to get the approval to build a casino in Tysons Corner. FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. — The Virginia Senate voted in favor of a bill that would allow officials in Fairfax County to seek approval for a casino in Tysons despite lobbying from anti-casino groups last month .
Fairfax Lawmakers Clash Over Tysons Casino Bill
The debate surrounding a proposed casino and entertainment complex in Tysons Corner has intensified as a key piece of legislation moved forward in the Virginia Senate. On Tuesday, the Senate approved a bill that could pave the way for Fairfax County voters to decide whether they want the sprawling complex,
Controversial Tysons casino bill passes Virginia Senate
The proposal to build a Las Vegas-style gaming casino and entertainment district in Fairfax County passed the Virginia Senate Tuesday, a big step toward becoming a reality. The bill, which moves along to the House of Delegates,
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Fairfax County police ‘quickly’ arrest man for carjacking
Fairfax County police said a man was “quickly” arrested after he carjacked someone in Annandale Wednesday night. The Fairfax ...
Body camera footage captures stabbing of Fairfax Co. police officer by teen
A Fairfax County Police officer is recovering after he was stabbed by a 16-year-old boy while responding to a call on Monday ...
Child sex offender visited 2 schools, 2 rec centers in Arlington and Fairfax counties
A Tier III registered child sex offender Richard Kenneth Cox, 58, visited two high schools and three county-owned recreation and fitness centers.
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Body-worn camera video shows 16-year-old suspect stab Fairfax County police officer
A 16-year-old is in custody in Fairfax County, accused of stabbing a police officer in a violent confrontation on Monday.
Multiple chickens killed in Fairfax County barn fire
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue (FCFR) said multiple chickens were killed in a barn fire in Centreville early Sunday. Crews ...
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After Hayfield allegations, Fairfax Co. schools work to address ‘training gaps’
Months after Hayfield Secondary School’s football team withdrew from the playoffs, Fairfax County Public Schools is crafting ...
Fairfax County officer stabbed in Fair Oaks neighborhood, suspect arrested: Police
A Fairfax County officer was stabbed while responding to a call about a suspicious person in the Fair Oaks district, police ...
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South County High football players walk out of class with shouts, ‘Free Coach P!’
Just after 2 p.m. on Monday, under clear skies, South County junior Nicholas Simay, 17, headed out with about 300 football ...
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Dog dies in Fairfax County house fire, officials say
One dog is dead after a fire broke out in a home in West Falls Church on Tuesday. The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue ...