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Hootie Tour Stop, Free Coffee, Bush 41 Memories: News Nearby

Top news includes HOV crackdown results, 3 Metro stops offer free coffee and memories of Bush 41. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

There was plenty of news across Washington, D.C., and northern Virginia on Monday. 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.

Eatery A Favorite Of President George H.W. Bush

Located about seven miles from the White House, this restaurant built a reputation not only on its acclaimed Peking duck, but also on famous patrons. One of its most well-known visitors was the late President George H.W. Bush.

All-Clear For Bomb Threat At Department Of Defense Offices

Police have given an all-clear after investigating a bomb threat at buildings with Department of Defense employees in Crystal City Monday morning.

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Hootie & The Blowfish Announces Two Virginia Shows

Hootie & the Blowfish, the Grammy-winning '90s rock band with mega-hits including "Hold My Hand," "Let Her Cry" and "Only Wanna Be With You," is getting back together for a new album and tour. The 2019 "Group Therapy Tour" will travel to dozens of cities, including stops in Virginia.

Police-Involved Shooting: Suspect Injured

A suspect was shot by an officer Sunday after he allegedly pointed a gun at the officer and wouldn't put it down.

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Fatal Overdoses Lead To Guilty Plea

A Leesburg resident faces years behind bars after pleading guilty to conspiring to distribute heroin and fentanyl that killed two people and caused a non-fatal overdose in 2016.

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