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Heightened DC Police Presence After Comet Ping Pong Shooting: Report

D.C. police are increasing their presence near Comet Ping Pong and nearby businesses after a gunman who was investigating a false rumor about Hillary Clinton and the local pizza joint walked in and fired off at least one shot on Sunday. >>> Read more.

National Zoo's Panda House Reopens After Bei Bei's Emergency Surgery Scare

Bei Bei has survived a brief medical scare and the panda house is back on display at the National Zoo, the Smithsonian said Monday. >>> Read more.

Store Clerk Beat to Death With Piece of Wood: Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office

A gas station clerk was beat to death with a piece of wood in an attack early Saturday morning. Spotsylvania County Sheriff's Office released the victim's name and more details from the attack while announcing the arrest of a man held as a person of interest in the case. >>> Read more.

Holiday Light Shows Around Northern Virginia

• Looking to get out and see some holiday lights? There are several options in Northern Virginia.

Trafficking Ring Brought at Least 86 Guns Into NYC from Virginia: DA

• Four men were indicted for purchasing guns in Virginia and trafficking them into New York City.

108 Job Openings in Northern Virginia Right Now

• Search thousands of area jobs at the Patch Jobs Board.

Virginia Weather Forecast: Rain and Sleet (Snow For Some), Much Colder by Week's End

• Western areas of the region that tend to see snow first could see snow falling by Tuesday. Here's the forecast:

Alert: Officers Looking for Nice, Law-Abiding Residents in Fredericksburg: Police

• As part of an outreach program, Fredericksburg Police will be handing out gift cards for random acts of kindness or responsibility.

Holiday Fireworks at Mount Vernon Coming Up

• Tickets are on sale now for two Christmas Illuminations shows at George Washington's Mount Vernon.

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