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.
The Arlington County Board has sued the Trump administration to block construction of a proposed 250-foot triumphal arch near Arlington National Cemetery, warning that the massive monument could create traffic problems, delay emergency responders and threaten public safety.
A Fairfax County police officer has been charged with shoplifting at two Target stores on the same day, including one incident in which he was on duty and wearing his police uniform, authorities said.
A former Wakefield High School teacher is suing the Arlington County School Board, claiming he was subjected to religious discrimination, sexual harassment and retaliation before being assigned to a warehouse where Black employees were allegedly forced to perform hazardous manual labor.
The Virginia Homicide Investigators Association named a Loudoun County Sheriff's Office detective Investigator of the Year, LCSO announced Monday.
A wrongful death lawsuit against several former Washington Commanders players has been resolved, according to a new report.
A Spotsylvania County school security officer was honored after authorities said his quick response helped save a choking student's life.
Newly released police body camera footage shows a 6-year-old boy admitting he took his mother's gun and shouting profanities at officers moments after shooting his first-grade teacher at a Virginia elementary school.
Prosecutors previewed forensic evidence, witnesses took the stand and the defense argued that ultimately, the case against Naresh Bhatt will be a "truly gruesome" story that will leave too many unanswered questions to convict him.
Virginia has watched El Niño strengthen for months, and the latest 2026-27 winter forecasts confirm what others have said about the potentially record-setting climate pattern.
Manassas police announced three arrests and the seizure of hundreds of thousands of dollars in a major operation against alleged prostitution in the city.
Metro is considering raising fares and offering free rides to riders 18 and under, according to materials the public transportation agency will present to the WMATA Board of Directors Finance and Capital Committee on Thursday.
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