Reader Honors McCain, Worst Drivers In US, Art Fest: News Nearby

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

• These Drivers Ranked Among Worst In Nation: Report
• Suspicious Driver Approaches Boy At Bus Stop: Police
• Free King Street Art Festival Returns To Alexandria

American Flag For McCain And Labor Day: Photo Of The Day

On the day DC pays respects to the late Sen. John McCain, a Del Ray resident shared a special photo with an American flag.

Labor Day 2018 VA Grocery Hours: Wegmans, Giant, Harris Teeter

Here is a list of northern Virginia and DC grocery stores that will be open, and closed, on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 3, along with their hours. However, it is always best to call the store and make sure the item you're looking for is in stock.

Ex-Boyfriend Charged For Jholie Moussa's Murder

Police have charged the ex-boyfriend of 16-year-old Jholie Moussa for her murder and are continuing to search for evidence. Nebiyu Ebrahim, 18, was served with a juvenile petition Thursday charging him with first-degree murder.

Owner Leaves Dog In Back Of Hot Pickup

A dog owner was cited after leaving his pet in the back of a hot pickup truck without water Wednesday. Animal Protection Police arrived and watched the dog for over an hour without the owner returning.

Felony Child Neglect Charges For Sleeping Mother

A woman was arrested Thursday after her 2-year-old son was found unsupervised on a playground at an apartment complex; the child left the apartment while his mother was asleep.

NoVA, DC Labor Day 2018 Guide: Weather, Traffic, Things To Do

Whether you plan to head to the shore, take in sites along the National Mall in Washington, DC, or hit up the National Book Festival or the Labor Day Capitol Concert, here's what you need to know about Labor Day holiday closings to weather, traffic and fun things to do.

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Also Worth A Look Today

• Northern Virginia Weather: Showers Loom Before Steamy Labor Day
• Casa Tequila Bar & Grill Opens Alexandria Location
• McLean Restaurant Violations: Cava, McLean Family Restaurant
• SnackBar And Bagel Uprising To Close In Del Ray: Report
• Flash Flood Watch Issued In Northern Virginia, D.C.
• Burglar Fails To Escape After Smashing Window: Police
• Body Camera Pilot Program Set To End

Across America

• WATCH: Aretha Franklin's Star-Studded Funeral
• Thousands Of Tiny Fish Skydive In Utah: Video
• Bill Would Bust 'Man Cave,' Demand Women On Board
• Bears On The Move In Colorado [WATCH]
• Labor Day Weekend Movie Guide

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PHOTO: Patch reader Ernest Lilley took this photo that remembers the late Sen. John McCain and Labor Day.