Virginia's Favorite Halloween Candy Is...: Patch PM

Share-worthy stories from the Virginia Patch network to talk about tonight:

Virginians Buy Over 26K Pounds Of Its Top Halloween Candy

Virginians buy enough of this candy to match the weight of four average-sized cars.

Suspicious Couple Targeting Children In Ashburn: Sketch Released

Police have released a composite sketch of two suspicious strangers believed to have been eyeing children the past several days in the Brambleton area, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office.

Vienna Driver Nearly Hits Dog And Owner, Chases Them

The man appeared to get into an argument with the driver, who got out and began chasing the man and dog.

Man Jumps On Tracks, Hit By Train At L'Enfant Plaza Metro Station: Police

Police said a man intentionally jumped in front of a metro train and was hit at the L'Enfant Plaza station in Southwest Washington Friday morning.

Northern Virginia Weekend Weather: Waiting For The Window

The National Weather Service gives an update on the sun's recent siesta.

Alexandria's Historic Ship: Track The Conservation Process

There's a new way to check in on the 18th century Alexandria ship being prepared to be put on exhibit.

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Cooling Soup Sits Below Raw Fish: Greater Alexandria Inspections
Falls Church Restaurant Inspections: Mice Droppings On Shelves
Vienna Restaurant Inspections: Fruit Flies Spotted
McLean Restaurant Inspections: Mold Grows On Berries
National Dessert Day: 5 Questions With Dolce And Bean
One Injured In Falls Church Area Armed Robbery
Man Hit With Gun, Robbed In Groveton: Police

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