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Chase Ends In Trash, Capitol Concert, Teacher Arrest: News Nearby

Top news includes Labor Day Capitol Concert, VA salmonella case, and when to pass a school bus. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

There was plenty of news across Virginia and DC on Thursday. 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.

Fast Casual-Type Dining Coming To NoVA Schools

Student feedback is leading several Northern Virginia school districts to introduce a fast casual-type dining dining program. The Cuisine Solutions' Café + Teria program operates like CAVA or similar fast casual restaurants, letting students customize their meals with various ingredients.

Man Dives Into Trash Can During Wild Police Chase

Two men who led police on a chaotic chase Tuesday were facing numerous charges even before the day unfolded. But a pursuit near two schools and one of them diving into a resident's trash can will result in more charges.

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Man Regular Customer Of Girls In Sex Trafficking Ring

A federal jury convicted a Woodbridge man Wednesday for sex trafficking two girls, ages 14 and 16. In court documents the man is described as a frequent commercial sex customer of a prostitution ring that trafficked the two girls over the course of two years in the DMV area.

Bars To Stay Open Later Labor Day Weekend

Partygoers will have the chance to stay out on the town a little bit later Labor Day weekend, as certain bars, restaurants, clubs and hotels will stay open until 4 a.m. Friday through Monday morning.

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Music Teacher Accused Of Sex Crimes Against Kids

A Fairfax County Public Schools music teacher is facing charges for sex offenses against children, the Hanover County Sheriff's Office announced Wednesday. He is charged with five felony counts of use of a communication system for crimes against children.

'Danger Zone': Law On Passing A Stopped School Bus

The end of the Labor Day holiday weekend kicks the new academic year into high gear across Virginia. That means drivers need to reminder to follow a few rules of the road and watch out for kids. Getting caught violating the law could carry a fine of close to $600 and other penalties for drivers.

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