Trump Rants: 'Suicidal Mistake' by Virginia GOP | Patch PM

Stories worth talking about tonight:

Trump: Voter Pledge a ‘Suicidal Mistake’ by Virginia GOP

GOP presidential frontrunner Donald Trump took aim at the Virginia Republican Party on Sunday in a series of tweets, complaining about a requirement that voters sign a statement of party affiliation before voting in the March 1 presidential primary.

Billionaire businessman Trump, who has said he is hoping to nab new voters and independents, called it a “suicidal mistake” by Virginia Republicans in one of a series of tweets Sunday complaining about the mandate. >>>read more.

New Year’s Eve Weather in Northern Virginia

Rain chances are high throughout the week but diminish as we get closer to New Year’s Eve.

According to the National Weather Service, Northern Virginia will see lower temperatures and mostly clear skies. >>>read more.

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Handgun Permit Backlash: Opponents Eye Governor’s Security Detail

• After announcement that Virginia AG revoked concealed handgun permits from 25 states starting Feb. 1, state senator fires back.

Police: Teens Died in Murder/Suicide

• Detectives and the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office claim Lyle Ferringer was killed in October. The death of Indya Davis has been ruled a suicide.

Famed DC Music Venue Remembered in Documentary

• Watch a re-airing of “The Bayou: DC’s Killer Joint,” Saturday night.

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