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Falling Gas Prices Ease Virginia Inflation, But Other Costs Rise

Inflation is slowing down, led largely by tumbling gasoline prices, but Virginia residents will continue to feel pain at grocery stores and other places, according to the July Consumer Price Index report released Wednesday.

16 Beagles Rescued From Breeding Facility Arrive At Fairfax Shelter

Sixteen of the 4,000 beagles rescued in July from a breeding facility in Cumberland, Virginia will soon be available for adoption at the Fairfax County Animal Shelter.

• 56 Former Lab Beagles Arrive At Rescue's Falls Church Facility

$1 Million Mega Millions Lottery Prize Awarded To Manassas Man

A Manassas man is now $1 million richer, the Virginia Lottery announced last week. The man, Malcolm Meredith, won his prize after matching five numbers in a Mega Millions drawing.

Victim Found On Fire In Seven Corners Homicide, Suspect Charged

The person of interest in a woman's killing in Seven Corners Wednesday is now a suspect who has been charged, Fairfax County Police say. The victim had been on fire when police arrived on the scene, and a bystander photo helped police find the suspect.

Youngkin's Tip Line Meant To Rat Out Teachers Faces 2nd Lawsuit

American Oversight and law firm Ballard Spahr filed a lawsuit Monday in Arlington County Circuit Court seeking to compel Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin to release records concerning the state's controversial school tip line.

6 Metro Stations In VA To Close In September For Potomac Yard Project

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is scheduled to begin a months-long construction project on Sept 10 along Metro's Blue and Yellow Lines in the District and Virginia. The repair work is part of Metro's 10-year, $15 billion capital program.

VA Latinos Encouraged To Keep Getting Vaccinated For COVID-19: NHMA

Dr. Sergio Rimola, a Herndon-based physician, is concerned that many in the Latino community are getting tired of COVID-19 and not getting vaccinated.

6 Men From VA, MD Arrested For Child Solicitation In Online Sting

Six men ranging in ages from 26 to 43 were arrested by Fairfax County Police as part of an online sting to identify and apprehend predators seeking to exploit children using the internet, according to a police brief.

Soldier's Assault Lawsuit Against VA Cops Can Move Forward: Judge

A lawsuit filed by a U.S. Army lieutenant who claims two Virginia police officers pepper sprayed and handcuffed him during a 2020 traffic stop can proceed to trial, a federal judge ruled this week.

Langley High Student Starts Her Own Nonprofit To Benefit Literacy

Samantha A. Grayer's decision to launch her own nonprofit company to help improve literacy in Washington, D.C. actually started with chocolate and strawberries rather than books.

Rapper Missy Elliott's VA Hometown Names Street After Her

Missy Elliott, the Grammy Award-winning rapper known for hits like "Work It" and "Lose Control," added a new honor to her long list of accolades this week after her hometown of Portsmouth, Virginia, named a street after her.

Virginians Are Getting Tax Rebates Of Up To $250 Per Person

If you owed income taxes to the state of Virginia for 2021, some of that money might be coming back this fall.

New Teachers Help Fill Vacancies At Fairfax County Public Schools

While nationwide teacher shortages are affecting schools around the U.S., new teacher hires will help Fairfax County Public Schools start the year on Aug. 22 with new enthusiasm and minimal vacancies.

Berries For Books: Sweet Way To Promote Literacy In DC's Ward 8

Samantha A. Grayer, a 15-year-old sophomore at Langley High School, has come with a sweet way to support literacy in Washington, D.C.

Pickle, Kimchi Vendor At DC Area Farmers Markets To Close

Pickles and kimchi from Number 1 Sons will no longer be offered at Northern Virginia and DC farmers markets after August.

5 Things Inflation Reduction Act Will Do For VA Residents

The Senate-approved Democratic spending bill that would deliver tax credits for clean energy household products and electric vehicles, prescription drug and health insurance savings, and other consumer benefits to Virginia residents is expected to pass the House Friday before it heads to President Joe Biden's desk.

Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks This Week In VA, DC: When To Watch

After weeks of streaking through the sky over Maryland, the Perseid meteor shower will peak this week, giving stargazers a chance to catch summer's must-see astronomical show.