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Where Virginia Fireworks Are Legal, Banned In 2017

VIENNA, VA — The Fourth of July is just around the corner and fireworks stands are beginning to pop up around Virginia. You can purchase fireworks in Fairfax County and in Arlington County, but not in the City of Alexandria. In Virginia Beach, the city bans sparklers and fireworks displays on the beach.

Northam Leads Gillespie By Eight Points In New Poll

MCLEAN, VA — Democrat Ralph Northam has an eight point lead over Republican Ed Gillespie in the governor's race, according to a Wednesday Quinnipiac University poll. The poll also indicates the economy and health care are top issues for voters.

Alexandria Congressional Shooting: From The Eyes Of First Responders

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Four minutes and 38 seconds. That's how long it took for Alexandria Police to get on scene and take down the active shooter at the GOP Congressional baseball practice.

Murder Of Nabra Hassanen: What You Need To Know

RESTON, VA — Police have arrested a Sterling man accused of killing a 17-year-old Muslim girl from Reston on Sunday as she was walking with friends near her mosque. The story erupted due to the increasingly hostile rhetoric against Muslims in the United States.

Other headlines:

4 Men Rob Store In Pentagon City Mall, Threaten Employees: Police
Alexandria Woman Leaves Dog In Hot Car
Little League To Play At Alexandria Baseball Field After Shooting
Washington DC Among Best Vacation Spots In US, New Rankings Say
Walmart Thieves Pretend To Be Police In Sterling
Muslim Teen's Memorial Set On Fire In DC; Man Arrested: Reports
Video: Crystal Griner Throws First Pitch In Women's Congressional Game
DC Postal Carrier Pleads Guilty To Dumping 15K Pieces Of Mail In Sewer
2 Men Doused With Bleach At DC Bar: Report
World War II Memorial Pools To Be Drained This Weekend

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