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Voters in Virginia’s Washington suburbs are heading to the polls Tuesday in a special election that could offer an early glimpse of the state’s high-stakes governor’s race this fall.Republican Stewart Whitson, an Army combat veteran and former FBI agent, is challenging Democrat James Walkinshaw, a Fairfax County supervisor and longtime chief of staff to Rep. Gerry Connolly, D-Va. The Northern Virginia district typically votes overwhelmingly Democratic, giving Walkinshaw a clear edge.But analysis of recent statewide elections, some insight into the upcoming governor’s race can be gained even if Whitson does not pull off what would be a historic upset for

Former NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya slammed LeBron James after the Los Angeles Lakers wrote a glowing essay about China in a state-run outlet on Monday.Tafoya appeared on OutKick’s "Don’t @ Me with Dan Dakich" and gave her thoughts on James’ column. She said she was unsure if it was even real at first.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"The first (thought) was, OK, is this real? Is this A.I.? Is this legit? Is he this ill-informed? … This is like American malpractice," Tafoya said. "This is the guy who is defending China to the hills. Why? Because all

Tunisian officials on Tuesday rejected an activist group’s claim that a drone bombed its flotilla as it was delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza.The Tunisian Interior Ministry said in a statement that reports of a drone strike on a boat at Sidi Bou Said port "have no basis in truth," and was investigating a fire that broke out on the deck of the vessel, Reuters reported.The response came after the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) said in a statement overnight that one of its main vessels "was struck by a drone." The group said the boat, sailing under the Portuguese flag, sustained

Stacey Abrams, the two-time Democratic Georgia gubernatorial candidate, told MSNBC host Nicolle Wallace on Monday that she never denied losing her 2018 race but instead sought to redefine victory to inspire her supporters.Abrams, who has run twice for Georgia governor and may run again, refused to formally concede to Gov. Brian Kemp (R) in 2018. At the time, she accused Kemp, then Georgia’s secretary of state, of enacting policies that suppressed voters. Since then, she has denied "challenging" the election and acknowledged Kemp as the legitimate governor "under the rules that were in place."Wallace interviewed Abrams on Monday’s episode of

If there’s one thing that Donald Trump absolutely, positively despises, it’s bad publicity.And after RFK Jr. got absolutely hammered at that hearing the other day–including by a member of the leadership, Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso–he realized that he had to cut his losses.What was he going to do, say ignore those Republican senators, like Bill Cassidy, who’s a doctor, like Barrasso, when he says that vaccines work and he’s deeply concerned that Kennedy misled the Hill during his confirmation hearings?So after months of letting him "go wild," in his words, Donald has broken with Bobby.REPUBLICAN DOCTORS CLASH WITH RFK

The murder of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska on the Charlotte Metro last month has sparked federal attention from FBI Director Kash Patel and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, who say the case is under federal investigation and will have implications far beyond North Carolina.Patel says the FBI has been investigating the Charlotte train tragedy "from day one" and even hinted that new developments could be released soon. "Stay tuned," he added to a social media post on X, suggesting that the federal probe could reveal more than what has been disclosed thus far.Duffy also took to social media to announce that

The first three quarters weren’t pretty for Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy in his first NFL start on Monday night, but all that matters is what happens in the fourth quarter. McCarthy led the Vikings on a thrilling comeback, scoring 21 points in the fourth quarter to defeat the Chicago Bears, 27-24, on the road to begin the 2025 NFL season. Last season, McCarthy was on the sideline with a season-ending meniscus injury suffered during preseason. He watched as Sam Darnold led the Vikings to a 14-3 record, but McCarthy knew heading into this campaign it was his turn to get the

The San Francisco 49ers kept Christian McCaffrey on the field in their 17-13 win over the Seattle Seahawks, but another star offensive weapon is expected to miss multiple weeks after leaving the game early.Tight end George Kittle, who scored the team’s first touchdown of the year on Sunday in Seattle, left the NFC West bout with a hamstring injury. That injury is expected to keep him out three to five weeks, according to NFL Network.Head coach Kyle Shanahan made the announcement on Monday after the win, saying that Kittle would miss a "few weeks." Shanahan added that no decision has

Micah Parsons’ Green Bay Packers debut was a successful one, as he helped disrupt the Detroit Lions’ offense in the 27-13 win to open the season, securing his first sack in the process.Cowboys CEO Stephen Jones, the son of owner Jerry Jones, was asked during an appearance on Dallas sports talk radio station 103.5 The Fan about the Parsons trade, specifically Fox Sports’ Jay Glazer’s Sunday report. Glazer said the Philadelphia Eagles, the Cowboys’ division rival they lost to in Week 1, had a stronger trade offer for Parsons.Jones shot down any talk about Parsons, including what occurred at Lambeau

Four hikers who admitted to taking psychedelic mushrooms were rescued in New York’s Catskill Mountains after becoming disoriented and straying off the trail, officials said. It's the second such case this year in New York's popular mountain areas.The group called for help around 5 p.m. on Aug. 29 when one member suffered a "debilitating high," according to the state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC).Forest rangers and the Pine Hill Fire Department located the group at about 6:45 p.m. — less than 1,000 feet from the marked trail. CRIES FOR HELP LEAD RESCUERS TO INJURED HIKER AFTER TERRIFYING 25-FOOT PLUNGE AT POPULAR

North Carolina Democratic Gov. Josh Stein broke his silence over the murder of a Ukrainian refugee on a Charlotte train after facing heated criticism over the weekend for not speaking out earlier despite the release of a brutal video of the attack. "I am heartbroken for the family of Iryna Zarutska, who lost their loved one to this senseless act of violence, and I am appalled by the footage of her murder. We need more cops on the beat to keep people safe," Stein posted on X on Monday morning after a weekend of criticism for not posting about last month's

House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer, R-Ky., said his panel is wrapping up its investigation into President Joe Biden’s use of the autopen after a new report revealed concerns raised within the former administration itself."New records reveal President Biden’s own administration raised concerns about autopen use to grant thousands of pardons. This is a historic scandal with massive repercussions," Comer told Fox News Digital in response to the Axios report."As President Biden declined, his aides carried out executive actions without his approval, casting doubt on the legitimacy of thousands of pardons and other executive actions."Comer added, "The House Oversight Committee

The controversy over a Philadelphia Phillies fan who demanded that a father give her a home run ball during the team’s game against the Miami Marlins continued to stir.Fans irate at the woman who marched over to the father who took the ball and gave it to his young son tried to find out who she was. It created an internet rumor that pointed to a woman named Cheryl Richardson-Wagner.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMShe pushed back against the venomous online hate with a hilarious post on Facebook."OK everyone … I’m not the crazy Philly Mom (but I

Republican Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky strongly objected after Vice President JD Vance asserted in a Saturday post on X that "Killing cartel members who poison our fellow citizens is the highest and best use of our military.""JD ‘I don’t give a s’ Vance says killing people he accuses of a crime is the ‘highest and best use of the military.’ Did he ever read To Kill a Mockingbird? Did he ever wonder what might happen if the accused were immediately executed without trial or representation??" Senator Paul wrote. "What a despicable and thoughtless sentiment it is to glorify killing

A haunting new video shows the last moments of a Ukrainian refugee’s life before she was stabbed to death on a Charlotte light rail train last month. The surveillance footage, released by the Carlotte Area Transit System (CATS), shows 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska boarding the Lynx Bline line just after 9:45 p.m. on Friday, August 22. The footage shows Zarutska in her pizzeria uniform while scrolling on her phone. A man in a red hoodie is seen sitting behind her. Around four minutes later, the man pulls out a knife and begins stabbing Zarutska three times, including at least once in the neck. AMERICAN STABBED

Don't let the last days of summer slip away without a wardrobe refresh! Nordstrom's Labor Day Sale offers incredible deals on the very pieces you need to seamlessly transition your style into fall. This is your chance to get ahead of the trends and snag some of the season's most versatile staples, all at a discount.Nordstrom’s Labor Day Sale is also a prime opportunity for men to refresh their wardrobes. The sale features a wide selection of men's fashion essentials, from timeless denim jackets that are perfect for cooler weather to plaid shackets you'll want to wear straight into winter.Core

Rick Davies, co-founder of the British rock group Supertramp, died Saturday at his home in Long Island. He was 81.Supertramp confirmed on the band's website that Davies died of cancer after battling multiple myeloma for years. The singer and songwriter was known for keeping the group together after Roger Hodgson pursued other endeavors following a band dispute in 1983.JERRY ADLER, ‘THE SOPRANOS’ AND ‘THE GOOD WIFE’ ACTOR, DEAD AT 96"Born in Swindon, England in 1944, Rick’s love of music began in his childhood listening to Gene Krupa’s ‘Drummin’ Man’ which grew into a lifelong passion for jazz, blues and rock’n’roll," the

Maryland Governor Wes Moore (D) shocked NBC "Meet the Press" host Kristen Welker on Sunday with his announcement about whether he intends to run for president in the 2028 election.Speculation has swirled that Moore would run for president, and the Maryland governor is up for reelection in 2026. When asked if Moore intends to serve a full term if reelected, he said yes. When Welker pressed if he would not be running for president, Moore ruled out a presidential run in the next election."Yes, I'm going to be serving a full term. I'm excited about re-election. I'm exciting about what

Daniel Jones seems to like playing for the Indianapolis Colts, as he led them to a blowout victory over the Miami Dolphins, 33-8, to open the 2025 NFL season.Jones completed 22 of 29 passes for 272 yards with a touchdown to Michael Pittman Jr. He also had two quarterback sneaks into the end zone for his first rushing scores as the team’s starting quarterback.Heading into this season, Jones and Anthony Richardson were competing for the starting role, and head coach Shane Steichen eventually named Jones the Week 1 starter. Steichen also showed confidence in Jones by not giving him a

Indianapolis Colts safety Cam Bynum has been known for his elaborate celebrations after making key plays during his games and he went viral in his first game of the season.Bynum intercepted a pass from Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in the first quarter of their matchup on Sunday afternoon. Bynum ran toward his end zone and began to flail around.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe celebration caught the attention of the NFL world.Bynum spent the first four seasons of his career with the Minnesota Vikings. He joined the Colts in the offseason. He had three interceptions in 17

EXCLUSIVE – Republican Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy is touting support from a growing list of prominent donors who once backed Democrat Tim Ryan, a development his campaign says underscores a major political shift in the Buckeye State.According to Ramaswamy’s team, nearly $220,000 of the contributions raised in his first months as a candidate came from individuals who previously gave to Ryan, the former congressman from Youngstown who is weighing a bid for governor. Ryan has not officially declared a gubernatorial bid and has said he will make a decision by the end of the year. Some of the best-known business

Vice President JD Vance issued a warning to Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms, saying that while many in his party may be satisfied with the Trump administration’s performance, complacency could put their vision at risk."You’ve got the far-left fanatics… they’re very angry right now, and they’re very motivated," Vance told Fox News’ Lara Trump in an interview Saturday.He argued that while GOP voters are generally pleased with the administration’s record on major issues like the economy, crime and the border, outrage over those successes will drive Democrats to the polls.OPINION: 2028 LOOKS LIKE TROUBLE FOR DEMOCRATS — AND REPUBLICANS

Russian forces struck Ukraine with its largest air attack since the war began on Sunday, launching a mass of drones, decoys and missiles.Ukraine's air force said 810 drones and decoys were used in the strike, including at least 13 missiles. Ukrainian forces intercepted 747 of the drones and four of the missiles.At least two people were killed and 20 people were injured in Kyiv. Total casualty reports are not yet available.Images from Kyiv show explosives struck a government building and at least one residential building.This is a developing story. Check back soon for updates.The Associated Press contributed to this report.

A Texas woman was sentenced to six years in prison in connection with a 2023 arson attack on a church in Washington state, according to federal prosecutors.Natasha Marie O'Dell, 38, was sentenced Thursday on three felonies for the arson of Seattle Laestadian Lutheran Church in Snohomish County, Washington, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Washington announced.O'Dell pleaded guilty earlier this year to arson, damage to religious property and obstruction of persons in the free exercise of religious beliefs."This offense was devastating and dangerous," U.S. District Judge Jamal Whitehead said at the sentencing hearing on Thursday. "Ms. O'Dell

Former teen idol Shaun Cassidy is embarking on his first major tour in 45 years.The 66-year-old son of Oscar-winning actress Shirley Jones, 91, and the late Tony Award-winning actor Jack Cassidy rose to fame in the mid-to-late 1970s as a pop star after following in the footsteps of his late half brother, David Cassidy. At the same time, Cassidy also found success as an actor, starring as Joe Hardy in the hit ABC series "The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries."However, he stepped back from the spotlight decades ago to focus on a career behind the scenes as a television writer and producer.