PW Police said the body was in a decomposed state and transported to the Medical Examiner's Office for an autopsy to confirm the identity and determine the cause of death.

Murder Investigation – On October 19th at 6:25AM, Prince William County police officers responded to the 12700 block of Lednock Way in Bristow (20136) to investigate a shooting, according to a report from Off. Jonathan Perok, police department spokesman.

Since blood donations often decline during the holidays, the American Red Cross is encouraging people to make blood donation appointments now – before the holidays – to help ensure blood is available for patients in need.

Prince William County VA Police Department's crime report for Friday, Oct. 17, 2014.

Governor Terry McAuliffe says Virginia is taking additional steps to strengthen the level of preparedness for the Ebola virus by mobilizing a statewide unified command group. This group is responsible for coordinating resources and personnel.

Tonight, Friday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m., Historic Manassas, the Old Town Business Association, and the Manassas City Education Foundation will host a candidate forum for Manassas City Council candidates.

In light of a reported 13 African nations which have banned travel from Ebola prevalent areas to their countries, and reports of airlines which have suspended commercial flights to such areas, Delegate Robert G. "Bob" Marshall (R-13), Senator Richard Black (R-13) and Delegate Mark Berg, MD (R-29) sent a letter urging Governor Terry McAuliffe to seek similar bans for Virginia's airports and seaports.

Virginia Department of Education has developed a new guide for military families with children in special education. The 16-page guide provides information and answers to questions that military families with school-aged children might have about special education programs in Virginia public schools.

Tysons Express OmniRide commuter bus route, which was at risk of stopping next month will continue to be operated with assistance of Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation. Tysons Express OmniRide route serves two stops weekdays in Woodbridge: VRE Station and Commuter Lot at I-95 /Route 123. Buses stop at 12+ locations including Tysons Corner Center and West Park Transit Center.