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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.

Teen Shoplifter Linked To Antisemitic Flyers: Police

A teen arrested for shoplifting at Target was linked to the distribution of antisemitic flyers in neighborhoods last week, according to police.

Man Charged In Shooting On I-66: Police

The Virginia State Police charged a man with two felonies in connection with a shooting incident on Interstate 66 on Tuesday afternoon.

VA Man Pleads Guilty To Killing His Landlord Emily Lu In 2021

A Virginia man charged with killing his landlord in 2021 pleaded guilty to second-degree murder this week, according to officials.

Man Sexually Assaulted Missing Child, Misled Cops: Police

A man sexually assaulted a missing child, hid the child from authorities, and misled investigators earlier this year, according to police.

'Bird Bandit' Brings Parrots To Strong-Arm Robbery

A man accompanied by parrots committed a strong-arm robbery Tuesday, according to police.

More Swatting Calls Target Schools: Sheriff's Office

Authorities received multiple swatting calls that mentioned several schools on Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday morning, the sheriff's office said.

Dead Snakes, Dried Seahorses Seized By Customs Officials At VA Airport

Agriculture specialists with U.S. Customs and Border Protection at Washington Dulles International Airport recently seized pork, dried seahorses, snail ointment, and dead snakes from the baggage of two travelers arriving from Vietnam.

Northern Virginia County Ranks As Renters' Most Desired Place For 2nd Month In A Row

For the second month in a row, a Northern Virginia county was the most favored place in the nation for people who rent apartments, according to the latest report from RentCafe.

U.S. Supreme Court Review Sought For TJ Admissions Policy

After an appeals court ruled the new admissions policy at Northern Virginia's governor's school is not discriminatory, an opposed group wants to challenge it in the Supreme Court.

Video Shows Restaurant's Tip Jar Stolen: Report

After a tip jar was stolen from a restaurant, a third-party delivery driver identified as the suspect was fired, according to a media report.

Missing Middle Townhouses Approved On Lot Uphill From Flood Prone Area

A county approved its first three expanded housing option permits that will allow developers to move forward on building a 6-plex housing unit, a three townhouse complex, and a two-unit project.

Weapon, Narcotics Charges Filed In Armed Robbery At Golf Course

Police arrested a man and two teens on Wednesday night on weapons and narcotics charges in connection with an armed robbery involving a golf cart at a golf course.

Noah Lyles Sprints To 100m World Championship

Noah Lyles, a local graduate who became a professional track and field athlete, is the world champion in the 100m event.

'We Care About You': Suicide Prevented At Parking Garage

A man contemplating jumping off a parking garage was saved by a team with a simple message: "We care about you."

Man Died Trying To Jump Onto Moving Train: Police

A man died on Friday night after he tried to jump onto a moving train, according to police.

Family Of Officer Who Died After Capitol Attack To Receive Benefits

The family of a D.C police officer who lived in Northern Virginia and died by suicide after defending the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, from rioters will be eligible for federal benefits.

COVID Memorial To Be Designed By 2 Artists

A memorial to those who died from COVID-19 and front-line workers who worked to lessen the pandemic's impacts will be created by artists.