Pickup Allegedly Hits Bicyclist In Lorton: News Nearby

There was plenty of news across Virginia and Washington, DC, on Tuesday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories from the past 24 hours.

• Pickup Hits Bicyclist In Lorton: Police
• Road Work Coming Up Near Vienna Community Center
• Drug-Crazed Man Fires Shots From Balcony In Dumfries: Police

6-Year-Old, 11-Year-Old Injured In Shooting: Report

Two young children were hit by gunfire in the area Monday night, and police are looking for suspects, according to a report.

Man Accused Of Threatening To Kill Trump May Be In DC: Report

WASHINGTON, DC -- A Pennsylvania man accused of threatening to kill a prosecutor and President Trump could be in D.C., or at least the general area, according to a report.

Virginia Has One Of Safest College Towns In Nation, Study Says

BLACKSBURG, VA — One college town in Virginia is among the safest in the country, according to a new study. Blacksburg, Virginia, was ranked No. 22 on a list of the top 50 safest college towns in the U.S.

Adoptable Alexandria Pet: Deaf Cat Needs Loving Home

If you're ready to make the leap and adopt a new pet, consider adopting from the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, which gives shelter to pets in need.

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Pickup Hits Bicyclist In Lorton: Police
Burglary Suspect Found Hiding In Dumpster In Manassas: Police
Drug-Crazed Man Fires Shots From Balcony In Dumfries: Police
Hazardous Conditions Advisory: Northern Virginia Weather
Threats To Kill People At Springfield Mosque Lead To Charges
Person Struck By Dump Truck At Fairfax Road Work Site
2019 Living Legends Of Alexandria Nominations Open
Fredericksburg WOW House: $1.695M For Eden Try Event Estate
Flooding Hits Falls Church During Thunderstorm (Photos)
SoberRide Fundraiser Thursday At Glory Days Grill In Fairfax

Photo: Fairfax County Police