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Last week's top headlines include an update on a lawsuit against Loudoun schools, a proposed Dominion merger and lawmakers target ICE.

On the weekend, we review the top stories and headlines from across Virginia. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Loudoun County School Board Requests Former Teacher's $2.35 Million Lawsuit Be Dismissed: Report

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The Loudoun County School Board has filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit brought against it by a teacher who was fired in 2025, according to a new report.

Dominion Energy Merger: 7 Things Virginians Should Know About The Proposed $67 Billion Deal

A proposed $67 billion merger between Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy could reshape Virginia's largest electric utility, promising nearly $1.8 billion in bill credits for Virginia customers while putting Richmond-based Dominion under the umbrella of the Florida energy giant.

2,250 Cartons Of Counterfeit Camel Cigarettes Seized At Dulles Airport

Federal officers seized 2,250 cartons of counterfeit Camel cigarettes at Washington Dulles International Airport, U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced Friday.

Loudoun County Entrepreneur Launches New Take On Landline Phone To Help Families Ditch Tech

A Loudoun County entrepreneur is trying to give families more true downtime and space for connection by reviving, in a sense, an older version of this household technology.

Confidence In Historic Super El Niño Grows: What To Know In VA

National Weather Service forecasters have increased confidence that an El Niño climate pattern taking shape in the Pacific will reach potentially historic strength, and that will significantly influence how much snow Virginia gets this winter.

Teen Charged Over VSU Shooting That Injured 5 People: Report

A new arrest was made in connection with the mass shooting that took place over the weekend at Virginia State University, according to reports

2-Month-Old Girl's Death In DC Ruled A Homicide, Police Say

The death of a 2-month-old girl who was found inside a Southeast Washington apartment has been ruled a homicide, D.C. police said Wednesday.

Northern Virginia Lawmakers Seek FBI Review After ICE Agent Points Gun At U.S. Citizen

Three Northern Virginia representatives and Democratic congressional leaders are seeking a federal investigation after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent was recorded pointing a gun at a U.S. citizen during an encounter in Bailey's Crossroads.

VA Middle School Teacher Defends Python Blamed For Classroom Fire

Firefighters responding to an overnight fire at a Bedford County middle school encountered an unexpected obstacle when an 8-foot python greeted crews as they entered a burning classroom, according to officials. Some are wondering if the python started the fire, but its owner is adamantly defending the reptile's innocence.

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