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

Son Killed Father In Domestic Shooting: Loudoun Sheriff

A man died in a domestic shooting in Sterling, Loudoun County authorities said. The father was shot by his son, who then took his own life, the sheriff's office said.

Video, Photos Of Fatal Fiery Crash On I-66 Sought By VA State Police

Authorities are seeking video, pictures, or other information from the public about a fatal crash that occurred at a rest stop on I-66. A Toyota driven by a 19-year-old from Bristow slammed into a tractor-trailer, burst into flames, and killed the driver.

DC Cherry Blossoms To Hit Peak Bloom On These 2026 Dates

Here's when the NPS says to expect peak bloom for the 2026 National Cherry Blossom Festival, which will run from March 20 through April 12.

Woman Accused Of Stealing Booze, Assaulting Police Officer

A woman is facing charges after police said she stole alcohol from a Walmart and later assaulted a police officer.

Pardoned Jan. 6 Rioter Arrested For Assault On Metro Train: Police

A Maryland man convicted of participating in the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, and later pardoned, was arrested for assault and battery on a D.C. Metro train. Officials said he touched the hair of female passengers he didn't know.

Road Rage Victims, Attacker In Beltway Crash Identified

Authorities released the names of a McLean man police said was killed by a Virginia trooper after the man confronted the trooper with a knife following a fatal stabbing and a crash on Interstate 495, according to state police.

Victim, Suspects Identified In Deadly Potomac Mills Mall Shooting

Two men have been charged with murder after an Alexandria man was shot in the Potomac Mills Mall parking lot, Prince William County police said.

$245K Lottery Prize Won By Loudoun Woman

Rosendo Cedeno, a Loudoun County resident, won $245,000 playing the Virginia Lottery’s Cash 5 with EZ Match game.

Man Accused Of Killing Israeli Embassy Staff Members Pleads Not Guilty To Terrorism Charges

The man accused of fatally shooting two Israeli Embassy staff members outside of a Washington, D.C. museum last year has pleaded not guilty to terrorism charges connected to the incident, according to a report.

More Top News Headlines:

• Robbers Target Restaurant In Prince William County
• Manassas Woman Dies In High-Speed Crash, 3 Others Hurt: Police
• Woodbridge Bus Stop Attack Leads To Charges, Fredericksburg Man Sought
• Fatal Pedestrian-Involved Crash In Annandale Investigated: Police
• Customers Foil Armed Robbery Attempt At NoVA Wireless Store: Police
• Former Commonwealth's Attorney La Bravia J. Jenkins Dies
• Clerk Seriously Injured During Convenience Store Robbery
• Assault On Police Charge Filed Against Arlington Man
• Caught 'Purple Handed' Fredericksburg Man Accused Of Felony Vandalism
• Malicious Wounding, Assault Charges Filed In Fredericksburg Road Rage Incident
• Dannan Wins Braddock District Special Election
• Missing Fredericksburg Woman, 26, Last Seen On Feb. 23: Police
• Precinct Totals In Dannan Win Over Davis In Braddock School Board Race
• PA Man Charged In Burglary Of Leesburg Retail Store
• Obama Throws Support Behind VA Redistricting Plan As It Heads To Voters
• Fairfax City School Officials Pursue 'Cautious' FY 2027 Budget