High-End Brothels | Girl Drives 100 MPH | Bathroom Shooting: VA News

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.

Investigation Into FBI HQ Site Selection Requested By VA Lawmakers

Members of Virginia’s congressional delegation wrote to the General Services Administration’s Office of Inspector General on Wednesday to request an investigation into the site selection process for the new FBI headquarters complex.

Biberaj Concedes Commonwealth's Attorney Race To Anderson

Incumbent Commonwealth's Attorney Buta Biberaj conceded on Wednesday. Republican Bob Anderson will be the county's next lead prosecutor.

Casino Could Be Built Without Zoning Change: County Executive

Questions raised about whether state and local laws would allow a casino to be built, where it would fit best, what gaming is allowed and what government bodies must OK a plan were answered fully, or in part.

High-End Brothels In Apartments Lead To Arrests: Report

Three men were arrested Wednesday in connection with the operation of high-end brothels patronized by people with security clearances in Boston, Massachusetts and at two locations in Virginia, according to a release from the U.S. District Attorney Office for the District of Massachusetts.

VDOT Highlights Snow-Clearing Plans For NoVA Roads For Upcoming Winter

The Virginia Department of Transportation’s facilities in Northern Virginia are fully stocked with salt, sand and brine as the department prepares to keep roads safe during the upcoming winter, VDOT officials said Wednesday morning during the department’s winter outlook presentation.

Buy Buy Baby Store To Celebrate Reopening

Despite closing its doors last summer due to the financial woes of its corporate owner, a Buy Buy Baby store is set to reopen this Saturday.

Juvenile Driver Reached 100 MPH To Avoid Cops: Police

A girl in was arrested on Friday after leading deputies on a chase, authorities said. The chase reached speeds of 100 mph before ending in a crash.

Some Starbucks Baristas Walk Off The Job Thursday

Baristas at some Starbucks in a Northern Virginia county were scheduled to walk off the job on Thursday as part of an ongoing dispute with the coffee giant over better work conditions and benefits for employees.

• Starbucks Baristas Walk Off The Job In Ashburn On Thursday

Uber Cracking Down On Rider Verification After Driver Attacks

Uber announced plans Monday to strengthen passenger verification, among other steps to protect drivers on the app.

State Sen. Scott Surovell Named Democratic Majority Leader

State Sen. Scott Surovell, who was recently re-elected in the 34th Senate District, was chosen by Democrats as the new Virginia Senate Majority leader.

'Quality Of Life Improvement': City Starts 20 Mph Speed Limit

A city hoping to set a standard for road safety with the introduction of a 20 mph speed limit on many residential streets.

Missing Middle Lawsuit Trial Set As Appeals Judge's Ruling

A circuit court judge on Thursday set a summer 2024 trial date for a lawsuit filed by a group of homeowners against the county over the county’s adoption of the Missing Middle Housing zoning ordinance.

Maryland's MARC Train Extension To Virginia Explored

Commuting between Maryland and Virginia could get easier under an extension being explored by Maryland's MARC train.

Security Guard Charged In Shooting Of Teen At Key Bridge Marriott Site

The suspect was working as a security guard where the former hotel is located when a group of teens entered the fenced-off property and were walking toward the vacant hotel shortly after 4 p.m. on Sunday, police said.

Corrections Officer Inappropriately Touched Inmate: Police

A former corrections officer was arrested Monday after investigators said she inappropriately touched an inmate and delivered a contraband vaping device to him.

McDonald's Bathroom Shooting Near High School Leads To Arrests

Two juveniles are in custody in connection with a shooting on Tuesday in a bathroom at a McDonald’s restaurant, according to police.

Student Brought Flare Gun, BB Gun To Middle School: Police

A student brought a flare gun and a BB gun to a middle school on Tuesday, police said. No injuries were reported, according to authorities.

Court Rejects Attempt To Disqualify School Board Candidate

A judge dismissed a legal motion Monday morning brought by the Eighth Congressional District Republican Committee to prevent Marcia St. John-Cunning from getting seated as the Franconia District representative on the School Board.

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