Sudden weather conditions blamed for accident.
Fredericksburg crime report, Aug. 7-13
Victim suffers assault on William St. after refusing to turn over wallet.
2 Kayakers rescued from Rappahannock on Friday night
Joint rescue operations by the Fredericksburg Fire Department and Stafford County Fire and Rescue lasted approximately 1.5 hours.
Lake Caroline homes suffer extensive damage in tornado; no injuries reported
Caroline County officials declared a storm debris emergency through Aug. 25.
Gov. Youngkin declares state of emergency ahead of Tropical Storm Debby
The National Weather Service and National Hurricane Center are predicting the potential for tropical storm force winds, heavy rain, and severe flooding across the state.
Fredericksburg city crime report, July 28-Aug. 5
The following crimes were reported to the Fredericksburg Police Department from July 28-Aug. 5. Larceny- Theft from Motor Vehicle: 1500 block Augustine Avenue, 7/31, A person reported items in his unsecured vehicle had been tossed around. 1400 Payne Street, 7/31, A...
FFP exclusive: Fredericksburg Fire Chief Mike Jones talks derailment, response
The Free Press sat down with Jones to discuss the CSX derailment, his department’s response and his takeaways from the incident.
Fredericksburg city crime report, July 24-31
Would-be auto thieves squander prime opportunity to steal Amazon truck.
City manager, Spanberger press CSX on derailment, response
Tim Baroody asked that CSX respond to the inquiries — in writing — by mid-August.
CSX official: Human error caused Saturday’s train derailment in the city
Fredericksburg Fire Chief Mike Jones said hazardous materials were a short distance away from the five railcars that went off track and hit a sound wall.