Wrong-Way Train, Rock Climber Falls, No Pass Needed: News Nearby

There was plenty of news across Virginia and 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.

• DC Councilmember Jack Evans Blocked By Wikipedia: Report
• Man Caught Breaking Into Cars At Shopping Center
• Georgetown Restaurant Closes For Good: Report

No Passes Needed For African-American Museum In September

It's been two years since the National Museum of African-American History and Culture opened its doors, and ever since then it has been slammed with traffic — so much so that the museum has had to resort to a system of timed passes to handle the demand. But in September, that will change.

NoVA Man Injured In 150-Foot Rock Climbing Fall

A northern Virginia resident suffered life-threatening injuries when he fell while rock climbing at Smith Rock State Park in Central Oregon on Sunday.

Crisis Hotline To Kick Off Suicide Prevention Campaign

September markers Suicide Prevention Month, and a northern Virginia-based crisis hotline is launching a campaign to raise awareness about suicide awareness and eliminate stigma for getting help.

Fairfax Schools Secured On First Day After Police Chase

Two Fairfax schools were under secure the building status for a time Tuesday morning after a police chase in the area, according to the school district. All students are safe.

Enraged Man Kills Kitten: Police

A man killed his family's 4-month-old kitten Monday after he found out it scratched his 3-year-old daughter on the face earlier that morning at their home, according to police.

A Mistaken Detour: Franconia-Bound Train Heads Wrong Way

Although full Blue Line service from DC to Virginia has been restored after track work, riders had one more problem to grapple with Tuesday morning. One report indicates a Blue Line train headed to Franconia-Springfield instead went on the wrong line.

DC Gamer Hit By Gunfire In Jacksonville Shooting: Reports

A D.C.-based gamer was hit in the thumb by a bullet after a shooter opened fire at a Madden tournament in Jacksonville, Fla. on Sunday. Authorities believe David Katz, who may have been angry at being eliminated from the tournament, shot to death Eli Clayton and Taylor Robertson -- and injured several others -- before turning the gun on himself.

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Also Worth A Look Today

• Counterfeit Money, Stolen Vehicle Net Arrests
• High School Fire Reported On First Day
• Famous Burger Place Hit Hard: Woodbridge Restaurant Inspections
• Heat Index Could Hit 105 In NoVA, DC: Advisory Issued
• Beating By Pimmit Hills Park Leads To Charges
• Shooting Suspects Sought By Police
• Police Identify Victim In Mount Vernon Crash
• Video Shows Metro Train Separation Near Reston
• NoVa Surges To No. 1 On Amazon HQ2 Rankings List

Across America

• This Bride Gives Ordinary Bridezillas A Good Name
• Girl, 11, Learns She's Getting New Heart: Watch
• Firefighter Adopts Dog He Rescued From CA Fire

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