Hungry Bear Isn't Phased By Home's Motion Sensor Light | Patch PM

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

Vehicle Stolen From Rideshare Driver: Police

Police say a rideshare customer drove away in the vehicle after arguing with the driver.

Black Bear Barely Notices When Outdoor Security Light Turns On

A medium-sized black bear was caught on a doorbell camera snooping around the yard of a house in Manassas. The bear took a whiff of a garbage or recycling bin but didn't try to tip it over.

Thousands Expected For Saturday's 2020 Women's March In DC

Thousands of marchers are expected to converge on the nation's capital Saturday, Jan. 18, for the 2020 Women's March. The annual event brings together grassroots activists and organizers from across the county to harness the political power of diverse women and communities with the aim of effecting social change.

DC, NoVA Weekend: Fire And Ice Festival, MLK Jr. Celebrations

There's no shortage of things to during the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend. From events honoring the civil rights leader to expos and restaurant weeks, there's something for everyone.

Snow Looms Over MLK Jr. Holiday Weekend In DC, NoVA

It's been a seesaw of weather in the new year with spring-like temperatures some days and precipitation with cold temperatures other days. Looking ahead to the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend, winter weather will stick around

MLK Holiday Closings

• MLK Day 2020: Here’s What’s Open, Closed In Fairfax City
• What's Open, Closed In DC For MLK Jr. Day 2020
• What's Open, Closed In Arlington For MLK Jr. Day 2020
• What's Open, Closed In Vienna For Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2020

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Also Worth A Look Today

• Fredericksburg Kicks Off Winter Restaurant Week
• Separate Reports Of Gunfire, 'Loud Bangs' Heard In Ashburn
• Woodbridge Teacher Wins Top Award For Technology Education
• 3 Die After Tractor Trailer Collides With Oncoming I-81 Traffic
• Alexandria School District's Budget Proposed For 2021
• Election Workers Sought In Fairfax County, Pay Starts At $175
• Arlington Restaurant Inspections: 48 Violations At 10 Locations
• Suspect Sought In Double Shooting Near Catholic University
• Herndon Police Dog Retires After 6 Years Of Service
• Police Arrest Suspect In Foggy Bottom Fatal Stabbing
• Surveillance Video Captures Forced Entry Into Southeast Business
• Police Release Video To Help Find Woodbridge Bank Robbery Suspect
• Towne Centre Holds Competition To Win Rent-Free Space

Across America

• Hot Cocoa Stand Nets $10K For Boy With Brain Tumor
• Teen, Inspired By Alex Trebek, Aids Cancer Fight
• Man Seeks ‘Trial By Combat’ In Custody Dispute
• Baby Whale To Join Georgia Aquarium This Spring
• Who’s Killing Off The Iconic Heber Wild Horses?