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There was plenty of news across Washington, D.C., and northern Virginia on Wednesday. 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.

Ponzi Scheme Defrauds 20 Victims

A man pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft Tuesday for a Ponzi scheme that got him over $1.4 million from more than 20 victims, many of the family and friends.

Redskins Considered Signing Colin Kaepernick: Report

The Washington Redskins were considering signing Colin Kaepernick as a backup quarterback after injuries to Alex Smith and Colt McCoy, but ultimately decided not to, according to a report.

283 Stopped For Fare Evasion At Pentagon City Metro: Report

Nearly 300 people have been stopped for fare evasion at the Pentagon City Metro station in 2018, which places it in the top five for all stations in the Metrorail system out of 91 stations, according to a report.

Virginia Photo Callout: Send Us Your Santa Visit Pics

Santa Claus is coming to town, which means there are many opportunities to get your family and/or children photographed with him around Northern Virginia. Patch is compiling a gallery of festive—and often funny—photos from readers' visits with Santa.

State Cops Look Into Alexandria Police-Involved Shooting

Virginia State Police said Tuesday they continue to investigate Sunday's police-involved shooting in Alexandria.

Also Worth A Look Today

• DC To Get XFL Team, Will Play At Audi Field: Report
• Reston 13-Year-Old Set Former NoVa Restaurant On Fire: Police
• Man Sleeping On Couch Awakened By Attacker: Herndon Police
• Measles Cases Confirmed In DC, Virginia, 25 Other States
• Throwback: President George H.W. Bush Visits Madison High (Video)
• Pedestrian Dies After Crash In Alexandria: Police
• Portside In Old Town Presents Santa Pop-Up Event
• Candy Cane Bar Crawl, Pop-Ups Mark Busy Holiday Week In Del Ray
• Counterfeiters Sought In Fredericksburg: Police
• Teen Attacked By Unknown Man At One Loudoun: LCSO
• Kingstowne Restaurant Inspections: Place With 11 Violations

Across America

• Interstate Sign Displays Graphic Sexual Message
• Satanic Sculpture Joins Christian, Jewish Displays
• Owner Of Murdered Dog's Heartbreaking Message
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• 'Bring Home The Bagels': Internet Mocks PETA

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