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Patch has 32 sites in communities in northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. Here are some of the top posts from the past week.

Bear Spotted Walking Through Yards, On Porches In Arlington

A black bear was spotted in Arlington's Maywood community Monday morning, walking through people's yards and onto porches as it headed to a park on the east side of the neighborhood near the Custis Trail.

Oakton High School Community Mourns Loss Of 2 Students Killed In Crash

Gabriel Pauo was walking with his friends along the east side of Blake Lane in Fairfax shortly before noon on Tuesday, when he saw the front of an SUV at the intersection of Five Oaks Road appear to explode.

• Crash Kills 2 Oakton High School Students, Injures Third: Police

Lawmakers Give Up On Bill To Bring Commanders Stadium To Virginia

Members of the Virginia General Assembly who support public funding measures to entice the Washington Commanders to build a stadium in Virginia are giving up on their effort — at least until 2023.

Coyote Bit Several People, Dogs At Lake Accotink Park: Police

A coyote suspected to have rabies is dead after biting several people and dogs at Lake Accotink Park, according to Fairfax County Police.

• Coyote In Lake Accotink Park Encounters Had Confirmed Rabies

High School Students To Kick Off Loudoun March Against Gun Violence

A Loudoun March for Our Lives event will be held at noon on Saturday in Sterling to demand congressional action on gun violence in the wake of the Robb Elementary School shooting in Texas the Tops Market shooting in Buffalo, New York.

• March For Our Lives Event For Gun Reform June 11 In Virginia
• Sen. Tim Kaine Visits VA High School To Address Gun Violence

Proud Boys Leader, 4 Others Face New Charges Over Jan. 6 Riot

The leader and four members of the far-right group Proud Boys are facing new federal charges in connection with their roles in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, the U.S. Department of Justice announced Monday.

Catalytic Converter Theft Task Force Formed In Fairfax County

The Fairfax County Police Department has created a Catalytic Converter Task Force to investigate the theft of the converters and any organized regional rings behind the increase in thefts.

VA Kohl's Stores May Be Sold To Competitor: Report

Kohl's — which said this year that it's evolving from a department store to more of a lifestyle concept — is in negotiations with Vitamin Shoppe owner Franchise Group, Inc. that could determine the fate of the chain.

‘Shrinkflation’ Hits Virginia Goods Amid Record Prices

If you've noticed fewer chips for the family to dip after a trip to grocery stores in Virginia, you're not alone. Welcome to "shrinkflation," which allows manufacturers to raise prices on the sly by making packages and servings smaller.

Bijan Ghaisar Fatal Shooting Investigation Won't Be Reopened By DOJ

The U.S. Department of Justice announced Friday it will decline to reopen the federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Bijan Ghaisar by U.S. Park Police.

Virginia Gas Price Nears $5: Reasons Why Prices Keep Setting Records

Despite daily record high prices, more people are getting behind the wheel to enjoy the summer. But those trips come with a hefty price, as gas prices in Virginia averaged $4.77 per gallon on Wednesday. Some localities around Northern Virginia have already topped $5 averages.

Black Home Buyers Treated Less Favorably By Lenders In Fairfax: Report

Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved a proposal calling for a review of the county's fair housing enforcement program and to include an enhancement of its education and training activities, as well as an ongoing review of those practices.

People, Pets Advised To Stay Out Of Four Mile Run After Sewage Release

The Arlington Department of Environmental Services issued an advisory around 4 p.m. Sunday, warning people and pets to stay out of Four Mile Run, starting at the Bon Air Memorial Rose Garden due, to a sewage release into the stream.

Plastic Bag Tax Comes To Loudoun County On July 1

A 5 cent tax on plastic bags is coming to Loudoun County on July 1. The tax was approved by the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors earlier this year.

Confederate Tombstone Near Pan Am Shopping Center Defaced With Paint

Vandals spray painted "CS", "NVA," and a Star of David on the tombstone of Armistead T. Thompson, which is located in the Thompson Family Cemetery near the intersection of Lee Highway and Nutley Street in Fairfax. The cemetery is adjacent to Pan Am Shopping Center.

Graduation Diploma Honors Alexandria Senior Killed In Stabbing

About 800 seniors in Alexandria City High School's class of 2022 celebrated graduation Saturday while paying tribute to a classmate who was killed.

Doodle For Google's Virginia Winner Is Potomac School Student

A student at The Potomac School in McLean is the Virginia winner of the Doodle for Google contest. Kennedy Ferguson will compete for a chance to have her artwork on the Google homepage.

Inova Pride Clinic For NoVA's LGBTQ Community Opens In Falls Church

Inova Health System held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday morning for its new Inova Pride Clinic in Falls Church, which will provide both primary care and specialized services to the LGBTQ community in Northern Virginia.

Bomb Threat At Dominion High School Leads To Charges For Fairfax Man

An 18-year-old man from Fairfax was arrested on Tuesday and charged in connection with a bomb threat that was emailed to Dominion High School on May 19.

2022 Capital Pride Parade, Block Party: What You Need To Know

Neighborhoods in Northwest D.C. will be filled with members of the LGBTQ+ community this Saturday who will be taking part in the the Capital Pride Parade and Block Party.

• Celebrate Pride Month 2022 Around Fredericksburg With These Events