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An animal welfare investigation in Loudoun County found dead dogs and other animals living in unsafe conditions.
An animal welfare investigation in Loudoun County found dead dogs and other animals living in unsafe conditions. (Loudoun County Animal Services)

VIRGINIA — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Northern Virginia and DC. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Card Skimmer Found At Grocery Store

Police are warning residents about a skimming device found at a grocery store.

Ammonia Leak Sends 33 To Hospital: Fire Department

An ammonia leak at a commercial food facility sent 33 employees to the hospital Wednesday night.

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Dead Dogs, 24 Animals In Unsafe Conditions Found At Facility

A residence branded as a dog training facility is being investigated after dead dogs and other animals in poor conditions were found.

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Man Pointed Gun In Officer-Involved Shooting: Police

Police say Thursday's fatal officer-involved shooting was the result of a man pointing a gun at police and other homes.

Undocumented Man Identified As Fatal Carjacking Suspect: Sheriff

An undocumented migrant is the suspect in the fatal carjacking of a woman Sunday, according to the sheriff's office.

Former Northrop CEO Sells Mansion For $9.9M: Report

A mansion owned by former chairman and CEO Wes Bush of Northrop Grumman and his wife, Natalie, fetched $9.9 million in on June 28, according to the Washington Business Journal.

Olympic Gold For Swimmer Torri Huske In 100-Meter Butterfly

Torri Huske grabbed Olympic gold in the women's 100-meter butterfly, edging out teammate Gretchen Walsh, who won the silver, according to news reports.

Driver Faces DUI Manslaughter Charge In Pedestrian Death

A driver is now facing a DUI manslaughter charge in a fatal pedestrian crash, according to police.

Student Drafts Bill To Protect Migrant Farm Workers

Each of the 15 students drafted bills designed to promote the fight for freedom. The bills were presented on the final day of the summit.

New Group Of Workers Take Step Toward Collective Bargaining

A fourth collective bargaining ordinance could be in the cards as one group of city government workers took a step to organize.

Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney Faces DWI Charge

A deputy prosecutor who ran for election in another county is facing intoxicated driving-related charges.

NY Man Arrested For 19 Frauds From FL to VA; 1 Suspect Still At Large

Police arrested one of two men suspected to have committed 19 separate frauds between Florida and Virginia.

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