Hundreds of crashes are being reported around the state due to the latest winter storm. The state police reported over 700 crashes as of 9 p.m. yesterday. Seventy of the crashes caused some sort of injury, though no deaths were reported. Drivers are being urged to stay off the roads until conditions improve.
The Metro system is asking commuters to check their train and bus schedules before they head out this morning. Metro switched to a moderate snow plan for buses last night, warning passengers of possible delays and detours. That changed to a severe snow plan at midnight, with only 42 of 193 bus routes operating this morning. Metrorail trains are expected to run on their normal schedule. Riders should check Metro's social media pages and website for updates.
The Virginia Governor has signed executive order banning 'DeepSeek AI' on state devices and networks.Preview: The Department of Government Efficiency has made over $1 billion in cuts in just three weeks, including ending a $748 million contract for a new embassy in South Sudan. Officials say smaller cuts targeted subscriptions for Politico from NASA and contracts for executive coaching and strategic communication. The Epoch Times reports the department's actions have sparked protests and legal challenges, while others praise the cuts and the drastic work turn towards more government efficiency.