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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.

Driver Sentenced In Crash That Killed 2 High School Students

A jury that had convicted Usman Shahid in the manslaughter case of two Oakton High School students who were killed in a crash in Fairfax County recommended a sentence to a total of four years in prison.

• Driver In Crash That Killed 2 Students Convicted, Sentencing Delayed
• Driver In Crash That Killed 2 Students Only Had Learner's Permit: Cops

Jury Sides With VA School System Accused Of Ignoring Sex Abuse Claims

A jury rejected a woman's lawsuit seeking tens of millions of dollars from Virginia's largest school system over allegations that she was raped multiple times as a middle schooler.

Ghost Gun Found In Possession Of Underage Suspect: Police

Police discovered a ghost gun early Saturday will searching an underage suspect involved in a larceny at a store.

School Worker Showed Porn To Elementary Students: Police

Detectives began investigating 18-year-old Matthew Pineda of Fairfax on April 19, after receiving reports that he showed pornography to three elementary school students.

Foxtrot Closing Old Town Alexandria Store, Other Locations

Trips to the corner store at Alexandria's busy Washington and King Street intersection are no more. Foxtrot, a café and corner store that expanded to the DC region, announced it shut down its Old Town Alexandria store and all other locations.

• Foxtrot Closes Rosslyn Café And Market, Other NoVA Locations

Dog With Broken Leg Abandoned: Police

An abandoned dog with a broken leg found Sunday has led to a police investigation.

250-Year-Old Cherries Found At George Washington's Home

The myth of George Washington and the cherry tree is well known, but now experts have a real cherry story to unpack at the first president's home.

County Budget Approved With Higher Tax On Data Centers

A higher tax on data center and other business equipment and lower real estate tax is in the county budget passed by the Board of County Supervisors Tuesday.

Man Accused Of Making Child Porn, Police Seeking Victims

State authorities are asking for the public's help in a case involving a Leesburg man who is charged with possessing and producing child pornography.

Body Found In River Near Four Mile Park: Police

Police are investigating the discovery of a dead body in the river near Four Mile Run.

Express Clothing Chain To Close 2 Stores In VA Amid Bankruptcy

Fashion retailer Express filed for bankruptcy protection Monday, and two Virginia stores are among the nearly 100 that will be closed as a result, according to a report by The Hill.