Fish Hooks In Meat | Robber Shoots Teacher | Kite Fight Ban: VA News

VIRGINIA — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Northern Virginia and DC. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

PETA Joins Meat Embedded With Hooks Investigation

PETA is joining the investigation to find out who left sausages with fish hooks inside for dogs to find on the streets. It led to an animal hospital visit for one dog.

Teacher Gunned Down At University, Suspect In Custody

Authorities on Tuesday arrested a man they say gunned down a teacher and wrestling coach last week on a university campus.

Spent Fireworks Spark Fire That Causes $371K In Damage To Home

Improperly discarded fireworks are to blame for the July 4 fire that caused an estimated $371,290 in damage to a home, according to inspectors with a fire department.

'Kite Fighting' Banned In Fairfax County Parks, Danger Cited

A park authority recently banned kite fighting, a game that can cause harm to people, wildlife and parks with sharpened string.

Police See Increase In Kids With Guns: Report

More children are gaining access to firearms in a Virginia city, a report from the police department said.

Synetic Theater Informed By Landlord To Vacate Location

Synetic Theater is starting to look for a new home after learning from its landlord that it will need to move out in 2024.

Chef To Open Full-Service Restaurant In Early 2024

A new full-service restaurant, from the owner of Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar & Eatery, will have a regional American menu using local ingredients along with seafood from the Gulf Coast.

Man Exposed Himself To Children Multiple Times: Police

A man from exposed himself to children on multiple occasions between September 2022 and March 2023, according to police.

Man Arrested For Striking 2 Vehicles With Metal Pole

Police arrested a man for causing more than $1,500 in damage to two vehicles at a Shell gas station.

Local Restaurants Honored At 2023 RAMMY Awards Ceremony

Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington's 41st annual RAMMY award winners were announced at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center Sunday night. The RAMMY awards are given to individuals and businesses demonstrating excellence in the DC region's food service industry.

City Makes Travel + Leisure’s Best Cities in the U.S. List Again

A Northern Virginia city ranked ninth on a best cities list ahead of cities like San Antonio, Texas; Williamsburg, Virginia; San Diego, California; and Boston, Massachusetts.

High Schoolers Develop Winning Project With Help Of Seniors

Five students were named finalists in the Conrad Innovation Challenge for the walking cane they designed with the help of visually impaired people from a senior center.

Trial Begins For VA Dad Accused Of Hiding Son's Body In Freezer

The trial for a former basketball player accused of killing his young son and hiding his body in a freezer for more than two years started this week, according to multiple reports.

Fire Started In Garage Of Home Causes $1M In Damage

A two-alarm fire caused an estimated $1,068,000 in damage to a home last Tuesday night, according to the fire department.