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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.

Mass Shooting Suspect Arrested In Alexandria: Feds

A fourth suspect in a bus stop mass shooting that injured eight teens was arrested in Northern Virginia, according to the U.S. Marshals Service.

Man Abducted 2-Year-Old, Assaulted Mother: Police

A man faces burglary, abduction and other charges after police said he forced his way into an apartment Wednesday and took a toddler from his mother at gunpoint.

YouTube Prank Results In Charges Being Filed Against 2 Teens: Police

Police arrested two 19-year-olds who were recording a prank in the parking lot of a city business.

39 Outdoor Fires Tackled By Firefighters

Wednesday's red flag warning with an elevated fire risk came with dozens of fire responses. Officials continued to monitor conditions on Thursday.

Oxycodone Distribution Conviction Means Jail Time for Doctor

A doctor convicted of illegally prescribing and distributing more than a million oxycodone pill was sentenced in federal court on Wednesday to 10 years in prison.

Final Firefighter Injured In House Explosion Returns Home

The final firefighter injured in the house explosion in February was released from the hospital and welcomed home Wednesday.

Indecent Exposure Charges Filed For Incidents At 2 Shopping Malls

A Maryland man was charged in connection to a series of indecent exposure incidents at two area shopping malls, police said.

82-Year-Old Struck In Hit-And-Run, Driver Sought

Police are seeking a driver that struck an 82-year-old pedestrian.

2nd Earliest Peak Bloom Ever Recorded For DC Cherry Blossoms: NPS

A mild winter caused the cherry blossoms at Washington, D.C.'s Tidal Basin to reach peak bloom Sunday, March 17, the second-earliest date ever, the National Park Service said.

Crossing Guard Elimination In County Budget Draws Concern

After a Town Council member raised a concern about a proposed elimination in the Fairfax County budget of crossing guard coverage in town, discussions continue to resolve crossing guard coverage. Meanwhile, police are covering crossing guards in Vienna.

Transgender Visibility Day Proclamation Passed By 9 Of 10 Supervisors

With all the laws proposed and passed in many states impinging on the constitutional rights of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness of transgender people, one might think trans people were the greatest threat ever, according to the Rev. Emma Chattin, executive director of Transgender Education Association.

Pharmacy Robberies Prompt Guilty Plea

A Washington, D.C. man pleaded guilty Monday in federal court to charges related to robberies of pharmacies in Virginia and Maryland.

Downsized Data Center To Get New Vote By Supervisors

The Belmont data center campus that was rejected by the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors will be reconsidered, but the new proposal is a smaller size data center.

Out-Of-State Homicide Suspect Caught: Police

An out-of-state homicide suspect was arrested in Alexandria Tuesday night, according to the police department.

Relocated Farmers Market Experiences Parking Challenge

While EatLoco Farmers Markets was able to find a new location for its massive One Loudoun Farmers Market, the new location hasn't come without parking challenges.

Tree Falls On School Bus: Police

A tree crashed onto a school bus Wednesday afternoon, according to authorities. No students were on the bus.

Fairfax County Hasn't Rebounded From COVID Population Loss: Census

More Northern Virginia counties and cities than not grew in 2023, according to new Census Bureau population estimates.

• Alexandria Not Rebounded From COVID Population Loss: Census
• Prince William County Sees Continued Population Growth: Census
• Manassas Population Remains Steady From COVID Era
• Loudoun County Sees Continued Population Growth: Census
• Arlington Not Rebounded From COVID Population Loss: Census
• Fairfax City Rebounds From COVID Population Loss: Census

15 New Shops, Eateries Coming Soon To National, Dulles Airports: MWAA

Travelers leaving or arriving at two of Washington, D.C.'s three airports will soon find 15 new concessions where they can grab a last-minute gift, sip some coffee or buy something to read on their flight.

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