Teacher Who Often Kissed 2nd-Grader On Leave: Patch PM

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

Band To Perform In Normandy, France For D-Day: Report

A high school band from northern Virginia will fly to France on Tuesday to participate in the 75th D-Day celebrations in Normandy, according to a report.

Trump Stops At McLean Bible Church After Virginia Beach Shooting

President Trump showed up at McLean Bible Church unannounced Sunday after a morning at his golf club in Sterling. He focused on praying for the victims of the shooting that killed 12 people May 31 at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center.

Teacher Who Kissed 2nd-Grader Banned From Grounds

A second-grade teacher who was arrested Friday, May 31, after allegedly kissing a student on the mouth and cheek on multiple occasions during the past school year was placed on leave from the school about two weeks before being charged, according to a letter sent to parents and staff members.

Virginia Beach Gunman Apparently Bought Guns Legally

In the years leading up to the massacre at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center, DeWayne Craddock bought two .45-caliber pistols on separate occasions. Craddock had no felony record, making him eligible to buy the weapons, and early evidence indicates he bought them legally.

DSW To Close DC Area Store Locations

DSW is saying goodbye to one of its DC area locations. So, for all those shoe lovers out there: the time to get that pair of heels or running shoes you've been eyeing is now.

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