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VIRGINIA— On the weekend, we present a review of the top stories and headlines from across Virginia. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Home Explosion Charges Lead To Conviction For Former Propane Company Worker

A jury convicted a former propane company employee on charges tied to the Feb. 16, 2024 home explosion that killed a volunteer firefighter.

• Home Explosion Site Becomes Park In Honor Of Fallen Firefighter

Police Identify VA Driver Killed In 5-Vehicle Crash On I-495

A 60-year-old woman was identified Tuesday as the person who died from injuries received during a five-vehicle crash Monday afternoon on northbound I-495, according to the Virginia State Police.

Brawl At Unsanctioned Car Meet Ends In 5 Stabbings: Sheriff

Sheriff’s deputies arrested a man they say was involved in a fight at an impromptu car meet on Sunday that led to five people being stabbed, according to authorities.

'Unapologetically Honest': Bob Weir, County Supervisor, Dies

Bob Weir, a Republican county supervisor and former Town Council member, died on Sunday from metastatic colon cancer. According to his office, Weir was known for his "no-nonsense approach" on the board and commitment to transparency and constituents.

Trump Threatens Washington Commanders Stadium Deal If Name Isn't Changed

Three months after Washington Commanders team owners and District of Columbia officials announced plans to build a covered stadium in D.C., President Donald Trump has weighed in with a threat to hold up the deal if the team does not restore its old name of the Redskins, which was considered offensive to Native Americans.

Murder Suspect 'Thinks' She Shot, Killed Ex-Boyfriend: Sheriff

A 32-year-old woman is facing multiple charges, including second-degree murder, in the fatal shooting of her ex-boyfriend, according to the sheriff's office. The name of the victim was not released.

Dog Groomer Indicted In Animal Cruelty Case With Dog Death

A dog grooming employee was indicted by a grand jury Monday in relation to animal cruelty-related charges, including one involving a dog's death.

Bus Driver Assault Suspect Found

The wanted suspect in the assault of a bus driver was located and arrested.

DC Man Who Tried To Ride Metro Without Paying Faces Assault Charge

A 35-year-old man is facing multiple charges, including assaulting a police officer, after he was seen trying to avoid paying a fare at a Metro Station on Monday evening, according to authorities.

VA State Trooper Injured In I-395 Crash: Police

A Virginia State Trooper was injured after his cruiser was struck by a car on southbound I-395 in Arlington early Tuesday morning, according to VSP.

Skimming Device Found At Store: Police

A skimming device was found in a business on Tuesday, according to police.

4 NoVA Suburbs Named Among 50 Wealthiest In America

Wealthy people seeking a lifestyle away from cities like New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Miami are gentrifying suburbs, including four in Virginia.

Housing Market May Be Cooling In NoVA, New Data Shows

About 12 percent of pending home sales in the Washington, DC metropolitan area fell through in June, a signal the housing market may be cooling, according to a new report.

Company Seeks To Overturn Va. Supreme Court's Rejection Of Toll Increase Request

Toll Road Investors Partnership II (TRIP II), which operates the private 14-mile Dulles Greenway toll road, is seeking to overturn a Virginia Supreme Court’s decision last week to reject the company’s request to hike the roadway’s toll rate.

George Mason Professors Say Governing Board Failed To Defend President, University

A group of George Mason University professors declared that the Board of Visitors had failed to defend President Gregory Washington and the institution from political attacks in a vote of no confidence. The move follows the recent launch of a federal civil rights investigation at the school that triggered an outpouring of support for the school and Washington, the first Black president, from students, alumni, Democratic Virginia legislators and the state’s first Black governor.