Nation's Worst Commute, Hit and Run Fatality, Metro Stroller Abductor, Pope Visit Planning: News Nearby

Top posts this week in Va. and D.C., including a 5-year-old surviving a fall from fifth story window. Plus, how to share your local news.

'WOW' Houses: Quiet Cul-de-Sacs, Circular Drives, Sunset Views

Take a look at some special properties currently on the market and recently featured on our Patch sites in Virginia and DC.

Teen Killed in Shooting, Man Tries to Enter Lion's Den at Zoo, MGM Hiring 3,600, Woman on Metro Tracks: News Nearby

Top posts in Va. and D.C., including a hit-and-run victim identified. Plus, how you can share your local news, events and pics.

9 Tips as Car Break-Ins Increase in Woodbridge

Most vehicles targeted were left unlocked overnight. So lock your doors, plus 8 other tips from Prince William County Police.

Woman Killed in Hit + Run, Police Search Home in Murder Case, Top 10 Baby Names in VA: News Nearby

Top posts in Va. and DC including woman who allegedly tried to abduct toddler on Metro identified. Plus how you can share your news + more.

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Baby Death Investigation, Girl Survives 5-Story Fall, Top 10 Stolen Vehicles in Va.: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va., including an armed robber caught due to his ankle monitor. Plus, how you can share your local news, events and pics.

Dogs Deserve Better: Sara's Next Chapter

Sara is a happy, affectionate, and playful pup who escaped a grim future in a shelter and is looking for her new family.

Bicyclist Dies in Crash, Feds May Telework During Pope Visit, Cat Cafe Coming to Alexandria? News Nearby

Some top posts in Va. and D.C., including McLean man arrested for soliciting sex with minor. Plus, how to share your local news and events.

Wanted: Anti-Hunger Warriors for Hunger Action Month

September is Hunger Action Month! NVFS seeks volunteers for virtual canned food drives

Report: Virginia Flogs High-Risk Drivers

The Commonwealth ranked in the top 10 in the nation in DUI penalties, reckless driving penalties and insurance spikes for high-risk drivers.

Police Ask for Help Identifying Armed Robbery Suspect

The suspect robbed the PNC Bank within the Giant Grocery Store on Hedges Run Drive in Woodbridge on August 31.

'No Confidence' Vote in D.C. Chief, University Student Missing, Nation's Worst Commute, Fake Cop Arrest: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va. and D.C., including Virginia Tech's honor for slain journalists. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics.

Good News: Cross Country 'Ride for Awareness,' Navajo Code Talkers Trip, One of America's 'Most Walkable' Cities

Some of the "good news" from this week's Patch sites, including a cross country course record. Plus, how to share your local news.

Chipotle Hiring 4,000 Workers in One Day

Up to 120 interviews in Woodbridge during nationwide hiring blitz Sept. 9. Here's how to apply.

Live TV Shootings, French Train Attack Hero, High School's Confederate Name, VRE Train Kills Pedestrian: News Nearby

Top posts this week in Va. and D.C., including the 100 best private schools in Virginia. Plus, how to share your local news and events.

'WOW' Houses: Farmhouse Bungalows, Enchanting Gardens + 'Flipping Out' with Jeff Lewis

Take a peek at some of the special properties currently on the market and featured on our Patch sites in Virginia and DC.

Prison for Teen Helping ISIS, Moped Driver Killed in Mystery Crash, TV Shooter's Car Contents: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va. and D.C., including the sex of the National Zoo's latest panda. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics.

Teen's Body Recovered from Creek, Surviving Twin Cub 'Healthy,' Protestors Interrupt DC Mayor's Speech: News Nearby

Top posts in Va. and D.C., including WDBJ's emotional moments back on the air. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics.

2 Shot Dead on Live TV, Panda Cub Dies, Chris Yung Elementary Ribbon Cutting, Santana Sighting: News Nearby

Top posts in Va. and D.C., including a pedestrian struck in Lansdowne. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics.

Frat Suspended Over Lewd Signs, White House Fence Jumper Killed in PA, Arlington Investigating Another Attack: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va. and D.C., including a man who died after a one-car crash in Woodbridge. Plus, how to share your local news at Patch.

Train Hits Pedestrian, Virginia Native a Hero in France Attack, State's 100 Best Private High Schools: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va. and D.C., including Oscar winners challenging school's Confederate name. Plus, how to share your local news at Patch.

Apartment Fire Displaces 58 Residents in Lake Ridge

Two-alarm fire Sunday night, according to the Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department.

Arson Investigation After Break-In Sunday in Lake Ridge

Witnesses saw two people enter vacant home Sunday before spotting flames, according to Prince William County Police.

Two Pandas Born, Epic Wedding Dance Video, $100K Lottery Winner, Virginia's Top Schools: Good News

Some of our top "good news" this week, including a Blue Heron rescued at an area park. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics.

Drowning Victim Identified, Murder Charge for Ex Cop, Virginia's Top High Schools, 'Godzilla' El Nino: News Nearby

Some top posts this week in Va. and D.C., including a federal investigation in prisoner's death. Plus, how to share your local news.

'WOW' Houses: Panoramic Views, In-Law Suites, Luxe Renovations

Take a peek at some special properties on the market and recently featured on our Patch sites in Virginia and DC.

Fatal Fire Victim Identified, Rare Corpse Flower's Stinky Bloom, West Nile in D.C.: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va. and D.C., including a new $100,000 lottery winner. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics at Patch!

Ex-Fugitive Pleads Guilty to $7.4 Million Fraud, One Dead in Quantico Fire, Feds Probe Inmate Death: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va., including a Nats player buys a riverfront mansion. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics at Patch.

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Dogs Deserve Better: Albert's Timely Rescue

Albert is an adorable Terrier mix who once had a family who loved him, but his life took a tragic turn when he was abandoned on a chain.

Virginia's Top Schools, Officer in Court on Murder Charge, Airliner Accident at Dulles: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va., including a "super strain" of head lice in Virginia. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics at Patch.

Officer-Involved Shooting Update, Murder Suspect in Court, New Metro Train Problem, 'Godzilla' El Nino Forecast: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va. and D.C., including the Virginia Lottery's big revenue for schools. Plus, how to share your local news and events.

'Godzilla' El Nino Likely Means Wet Winter (Not Necessarily Snow)

This year's El Niño could be the strongest ever recorded.

Fire Damages Three Townhomes in Lake Ridge

More than 100 firefighters responded to fire on Mayflower Drive, according to Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Firefighters.

Virginia Lottery's Record-Breaking Year Pays $534 Million to Public Schools

Lottery profits cleared $500 million for only the second time ever, while lotto players hauled in more than $1 billion.

Murder Charge for Officer, Drowning Victim Identified, Large Sinkhole in Leesburg: News Nearby

Some top post in Va. and D.C., including mystery shots fired at buildings and a surprise Stevie Wonder show. Plus how to share your news.

Zoo Hatches Endangered Crocs, 1,000 Backpacks Donated, Contest Winner Donates Prize Money: Good News

Some good news posts from this week, including a softball team that collected $50,000 for charity. Plus, how to share your local news.

Park Killing Arrest, Women Attacked in Arlington, Officer-Involved Shooting Data: News Nearby

Some top posts this week, including a federal agency's big move to Alexandria, and a rescue on wild waters. Plus, how to share local news.

'WOW' Houses: Heated Pools, Wooded Lots, Friendly Porches

In the market for a new home or just looking? Take a peek at some special properties recently featured on our Patch sites.