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4 VA Companies Among 2021 Best Companies To Work For: Fortune

The businesses ranked among this year's 100 Best Companies To Work For have at least one thing in common: They treated employees well during the pandemic.

J&J Decision Expected Friday; Moderna, Pfizer Doses Steady In VA

A decision could come Friday from the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices on whether to resume use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, according to Virginia's state vaccination coordinator.

Virginia Highway Marker To Honor Falls Church Civil Rights Leader

Five new state historical highway markers that address African American history in Virginia, including one in Falls Church, were selected by the administration of Gov. Ralph Northam.

NASA Executive Pleads Guilty To $285K In PPP Loan Fraud

A NASA employee faces up to 30 years in prison for fraudulently applying for more than $280,000 in COVID-19 relief loans. The man, Andrew Tezna of Leesburg, pleaded guilty to bank fraud charges in federal court.

Collective Bargaining Ordinance Approved In Alexandria

On Saturday, Alexandria City Council passed a collective bargaining ordinance for certain city employees, becoming the first locality to do so in response to a new state law.

Frying Pan Farm Park Cancels Annual Spring Farm Day

For the second year in a row, Frying Pan Farm Park has had to cancel its annual Spring Farm Day, which was originally scheduled for May 1.

Norfolk Police Officer Fired After Donation To Kyle Rittenhouse

A police officer for the city of Norfolk, who served as an executive officer in the department's internal affairs division, was fired Tuesday after city officials said he violated department policies.

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• Popular 'Pick Three' Combination Wins Big In Virginia Lottery
• Fredericksburg Restaurant Inspections: 15 Violations At One Place
• $777K Lottery Ticket Bought By Herndon Man During Scenic Stop
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• Arlington Coronavirus Update: 2 Weeks Pass With No New Deaths
• Leesburg Restaurant Inspections: 9 Violations At 3 Locations
• Ashburn Area Restaurant Inspections: 5 Violations At 2 Locations
• Make Mother’s Day Brunch, Dinner Reservations Now In Ashburn
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• Woman From North Springfield Located: Police
• Make Mother’s Day Brunch, Dinner Reservations Now In McLean
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• Meetings On Penn Daw Fire Station, Housing Proposal Coming Up
• Springfield Man Accused Of Raping Women: Police
• $15K Reward Available In Manassas Mall Murder Case: Police
• Providence Players Brings Newest Show To A Parking Lot Near You
• Alexandria Among Most Diverse U.S. Cities In 2021
• Aggravated Sexual Battery Charge Filed Against Herndon Man

Across America

• Jury Finds Derek Chauvin Guilty On All Counts In Death Of Floyd
• Walter Mondale, Carter's Vice President, Dies At 93
• Police Brace Nationwide For Protests Surrounding Chauvin Verdict
• Ted Nugent Says He's COVID-19 Positive After Downplaying Virus
• How Snobby Is Your State? A New Ranking Weighs In