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NFL Fans Trapped In Metro | Fire Engulfs Home | DC, VA Target Trump Arch: VA Weekend

Here are the headlines you may have missed over the weekend in Virginia.

Heavy flames and smoke engulfed a home on Basalt Drive Friday. Three residents were displaced and a firefighter was injured. (SCFR)

A Trump speech will restrict traffic entering Memorial Bridge from Arlington, Metro riders said they found themselves trapped behind locked doors, and Virginia joined a legal challenge to the president's proposed 250-foot arch near Arlington National Cemetery.

Elsewhere, a Stafford County house fire displaced three residents and injured a firefighter, while separate crashes in Manassas and Burke left two people dead.

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Also to know: a new Hunan restaurant taking shape in Herndon and four holiday light displays set to brighten the season.

Here are the stories you might have missed over the weekend in Virginia:

Trump Speech To Bring DC Road Closures, Block Memorial Bridge Traffic From Arlington

A Trump speech Monday will bring road closures in the District, including a restriction on Memorial Bridge traffic entering from Arlington.

Stafford County House Fire Displaces 3, Injures Firefighter

Heavy flames and smoke engulfed a home on Basalt Drive Friday afternoon. Three residents were displaced and a firefighter was injured.

'Thank Goodness The Commanders Won': Metro Riders Say They Were Trapped In Vienna Station

A Metro rider said a delayed post-game ride home left him and fellow travelers stuck behind locked doors at the Vienna Station.

Virginia, DC Sue To Block Trump's 250-Foot Arch Near Arlington Cemetery

Virginia and DC joined Arlington County in challenging Trump's proposed arch, citing traffic, public safety and federal law.

'Armed And Dangerous' Suspect Arrested After Loudoun County Search

After eluding police for hours, a suspect in a reported domestic violence incident has been arrested, according to authorities.

Man Dead After Head-On Crash In Manassas: Police

A BMW crossed into oncoming traffic on Centreville Road early Saturday, killing its driver and injuring three people in an SUV.

Fairfax Station Man, 82, Dies In Three-Vehicle Burke Crash: Police

Police are investigating a three-vehicle crash at Fairfax County Parkway and Burke Lake Road that killed an 82-year-old man.

Fredericksburg Teen Reported Missing, Last Seen Near Central Park

Naomi Sasha Martin-Talley, 17, was last seen Friday near Plato's Closet at Central Park, according to a Facebook post.

Red Ember Hunan Cuisine Takes Shape In Herndon: Report

Red Ember Hunan Cuisine has installed its sign and work is underway inside its future Herndon location, according to a recent report.

4 Must-See Displays To Light Up VA Skies This Holiday Season

Four holiday light events are about to begin in Fairfax County and Alexandria city, providing festive fun for the whole family.

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