Fairfax in the news today: the city remains a key Virginia hub near Washington, after last year’s notable political and regional developments. As of 2020, its population was 24,146; it sits 14 miles west of D.C. and is served by Washington Metro’s Orange Line.
The Supreme Court has upheld Mississippi’s policy allowing mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted if received within five days, a decision that maintains state flexibility and could affect upcoming midterms. Justice Barrett writes for the majority, while Justice Alito dissents.
Former pro boxer Prichard Colón has died at 33 after suffering lifelong brain injuries from a 2015 fight in Fairfax, Virginia, that left him in a 221-day coma. His death follows extensive lawsuits and ongoing questions about boxing safety.