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Adorable Pup Stolen From Little Girl In DC: Report

WASHINGTON, DC -- A 7-year-old girl had her dog Biscuit stolen from her just days before Christmas. But that dog is back home safe and sound.

Virginia White Christmas Chances: Morning Flurries

A White Christmas remains unlikely in Virginia, but the cold snap and some precipitation means snowflakes are likely to be flying when you get up Christmas morning to open presents.

Packages Of Toys Stolen In Vienna Before Delivery

VIENNA, VA—Police have warned residents about "porch pirates" taking packages from homes in and around Vienna. But a recent case involved packages stolen even before they got to the resident's porches.

Cop Hit Directing Traffic In Centreville: Police

CENTREVILLE, VA — A Fairfax County police officer was hit by a vehicle Thursday morning while he was directing traffic following a crash on Route 28 at Interstate 66. He was taken to a local hospital with injuries that aren't life threatening, according to Fairfax County Police.

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