Big News For Washington Monument | Patch PM

There was plenty of news across Virginia and D.C. on Wednesday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories from the past 24 hours.

Big News For Washington Monument

The National Park Service has just made a major announcement with regards to the Washington monument.

Police Seek Drive-By Buttocks-Slapper

A man on a bicycle slapped women's buttocks on several occasions while riding by in the area, according to a report.

Tree Crashes Into NoVa Business

A business in Northern Virginia will close significant portions of their building after a tree fell onto one of their studios due to Tuesday's storms.

Train Derails In NoVa: Police

A freight train derailed in Northern Virginia Wednesday afternoon, according to police.

New Falafel Shop Opens In The Area

A beloved falafel chain in New York City has expanded to our area.

Also Worth A Look Today

• Fairfax County Teacher Convicted For Sex Crimes Against Children
• I-66 Express Lane Work To Prompt Bridge Closure Near Vienna Metro
• Labor Day 2019: What's Open, Closed In Alexandria
• Increased DUI Enforcement Runs Through Labor Day In Virginia
• Torpedo Factory Art Center Founder Honored With New Gallery Name
• Parking Changes, Downtown Park Upgrades To Arrive In Falls Church
• High School Students Arrested, Charged In North Stafford Murder
• Woodbridge Man Shot At Dumfries Hotel, Suspects Sought
• Stafford County Police Looking For 17-Year-Old Runaway
• Eighteen Graduate From Loudoun County Fire Recruit Academy

Across America

• Who Killed Ken Rex McElroy: Town Keeps Its Secret For 38 Years
• 'Racist Dog' Stops Black Housekeeper From Cleaning Church
• Pete Alonso, Gus Kenworthy Join No Bully, ESPN On New Campaign

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