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Patch has 32 sites in communities in Va. and D.C. Here are some of the top posts from the past week.

Major Development On Girl Who Disappeared At Reagan Airport

ARLINGTON, VA -- Authorities believe a 12-year-old girl was abducted by an older woman at Reagan National Airport this week. There's been a major development in that case.

Metro To Riders: Please, Stop Riding Our Trains

WASHINGTON, DC -- Not surprisingly, WMATA's 45-day shutdown of two Metro stations on the Red Line in D.C. has caused chaos throughout the system. But it's a notice issued to riders that has really set off a lot of loyal Metro customers.

Black Man Wears 'Caucasians' T-Shirt To Expose Racism In America

A black man who has been wearing a T-shirt with a "Caucasians" logo in New York to make fun of the Washington Redskins logo says he's stirred up some negative reactions from white people -- and he argues it has revealed the racial bias deeply ingrained in America.

Bigfoot Erotica Sparks Unlikely Spat In VA Congressional Race

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA — Of all the issues for candidates to debate as they seek to represent Virginia's 5th Congressional District, one in particular seems offbeat but nonetheless has gained considerable traction the past couple of days. We're talking Bigfoot Erotica. As "she-said-he-said" political spats go, this head-scratching story has attracted national attention and is leaving sizable footprints.

Other headlines:

Twin Girls And Dad Injured By Fallen Tree In Rose Hill
Cop Kicked In Face By Fleeing Tysons Corner Shoplifter
New DC Area Amazon Job Listing Creates HQ2 Buzz
Vienna Restaurants Nominated For 2018 Regional 'Top 10'
Elderly Woman Duped By Acquaintance In Stafford: Police
Man Stabs Family Member In Manassas: Police
Quirky Triangle-Shaped House Being Built In DC: Report
Jury Recommends 36 Years For Arlington Man For Killing Roommate
Major Deal Signed At Herndon Tower: Report
Metro To Riders: Please, Stop Riding Our Trains
Barack Obama, Joe Biden Spotted At DC Bakery (Video)
Here’s How Dangerous It Is To Give Birth In Virginia, DC

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