Student Walkouts, Hurricane Remnants, Best Schools: Top VA News

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Photos: Transgender Student Guidelines Prompt Walkouts At VA Schools

Students at schools around Northern Virginia and across the state walked out of classrooms on Tuesday to protest Virginia's new proposed guidelines that restrict the rights of transgender students.

Ian Remnants To Bring Rain, Other Impacts To Virginia: Full Forecast

After Tropical Storm Ian made landfall as a category 4 hurricane Tuesday afternoon near Fort Myers, Florida, remnants may send rain and wind to Virginia. Some coastal areas of Virginia are under a storm surge watch.

• VA State Of Emergency Declared Ahead Of Hurricane Ian

Commanders Owner Dan Snyder Could Be Ousted By NFL Owners: Report

Several NFL owners are souring on Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder, according to a recent report from the Washington Post. Some owners told reporters that they may consider a vote to remove Snyder from the league or encourage him to voluntarily sell the team.

Monkeypox Vaccine Eligibility Expands Again In VA, Cases Near 500

On Monday, the Virginia Department of Health expanded eligibility for the monkeypox vaccine as statewide cases near 500.

Virginia's Best Public, Private High Schools: New Rankings Released

Several high schools in Virginia are among America’s best, according to rankings released Tuesday by the education platform Niche.

• Niche Ranks NoVA School Districts Among Virginia’s Best

Accused Of Sexually Abusing Dog, Man Faces Reduced Charges

A Leesburg man who was arrested and accused of sexually abusing a dog, exposing himself at a hospital, and assaulting a hospital employee faces reduced charges, according to court records. Some of the initial charges have been dismissed.

Pets Impacted by Tropical Storm Ian Helped By Falls Church Rescue

A Falls Church-based pet rescue will help shelters in Florida impacted by Tropical Storm Ian.

Sexual Violence Survivors Find Hope, Support Via Dancing Is My Voice

On Sunday, survivors of sexual violence will gather on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., for Dancing Is My Voice 2022. The annual event allows attendees a chance to connect with each other, share resources for hope and healing, and participate in creative public expression.

Potomac Yard Metro Opening Delayed, Station Closures Extended

Delays in the preparation work for the Potomac Yard station will cause closures of six Blue and Yellow Line stations around Alexandria to be extended. The Potomac Yard Metro will also not open in 2022 as expected, the transit agency announced.

Loudoun Real Estate Report Shows 'Shift Toward Balanced Market'

The real estate market is continuing to cool off in Loudoun County, according to the Dulles Area Association of Realtors' August market report.

Reston National Golf Course Redevelopment: Alcorn Opposes Plan Change

Hunter Mill District Supervisor Walter Alcorn will not support an effort by Weller Development Co. and War Horse Cities to seek a change to the Fairfax County Comprehensive Plan to redevelop Reston National Golf Course.

$7 Million Lottery Ticket Bought In Alexandria

A Maryland man had a more satisfying breakfast than he was expecting when he won $7 million from a lottery ticket bought in Alexandria.

Affordable Housing Opens In Alexandria, Co-Located With Church

The years-long effort to develop Fairlington Presbyterian Church's underutilized parking lot into affordable housing has come to fruition in Alexandria. Affordable housing developer Wesley Housing and partners held a ribbon cutting for the 81-unit Waypoint at Fairlington Wednesday.

$19.9M Project To Improve I-395 Bike, Pedestrian Access Breaks Ground

Arlington County officials and representatives from VDOT and the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority broke ground Wednesday on a $19.9 million project to improve bike and pedestrian access at the Boundary Channel Drive and I-395 interchange.

School Counselor's Arrest Investigation Prompts Actions At FCPS

Results of an independent investigation determined police failed to properly notify Fairfax County Public Schools about a school counselor's arrest. But the report also recommended human resources improvements at FCPS, as the school counselor remained employed after the arrest.

Kid Reporter From Alexandria Named For Scholastic Kids Press Program

An Alexandria boy is among 29 Kid Reporters selected around the U.S. and the world for the Scholastic Kids Press program.

Alexandria Historic District Most Dangerous For Pedestrians: Study

In a new analysis of crash data over seven years, the Alexandria Historic District was ranked the most dangerous area for pedestrians in Virginia.