Fight Closes School | Data Center Bomb Threat | Drone Frenzy: VA News

VIRGINIA — 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.

Drone Sightings In Virginia: Governor Criticizes Federal Response

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has raised concerns over multiple drones spotted in the state, which is home to many national security sites. He said Saturday that federal authorities have not been forthcoming about sharing information.

• FBI, Homeland Security Provide Update On Drones In VA Skies

Fights At High School Prompt Charges For 2 Students

Fights that caused injuries to students and staff Wednesday prompted the high school to shift to virtual learning for the rest of the week. That means students will not be back in person until winter break is over. According to police, two students are facing charges, and at least one student was treated for injuries off site.

Guilty Plea By CEO For Defrauding $2M From 8 Companies

Kiel Brendan Brandt, 34, owner and CEO of the mergers and acquisitions firm Epsilon Acquisition Services, pleaded guilty in federal court on Wednesday to defrauding eight companies of more than $2 million, according to the U.S. Justice Department of Justice.

22 Forged Visa Gift Cards Land 2 Men In Jail: FCPD

Police recently arrested two men for possessing 22 fraudulently altered Visa gift cards that they were swapping for $2,000 worth of legitimate gift cards at a store last week.

Husband In Au Pair Murder Case Charged With Child Neglect

A husband and father charged with murder in his wife's death, is now charged with child neglect. Prosecutors said he had an affair with the family au pair and plotted with her to kill his wife.

Bomb Threat Reported At Data Center Construction Site

A bomb threat was found at a data center construction site Tuesday, according to police.

Casino Poses National Security Threat: Intelligence Experts

A plan to build a casino poses a needless threat to national security, according to a letter signed by 109 former senior members of the defense industry and intelligence community, as well former government officials and members of Congress.

Names Of Driver Killed, Injured Passenger In I-95 Crash Released

Authorities have identified the driver of a 2013 BMW 650I who was killed when he was thrown from his convertible and struck by another vehicle on northbound Interstate 95.

TSA Stops 2 Handguns, Extends Record At Dulles Airport To 28 In 2024

A week after Transportation Security Administration officers broke the record for detecting the most firearms in a single year at Washington Dulles International Airport, they extended the record by finding two handguns among a traveler’s carry-on items.

String Of Virginia ABC Store Thefts Leads To Man's Charges

A man is facing charges tied to thefts from the state-owned alcohol stores, according to police.

'Uplifting': Santa Delivers Joy And Toys To Children In Hospital

In the pediatric unit of the hospital, children and their families face the prospect of spending the holidays in the hospital. But on Wednesday, children's faces were lit up with smiles and Santa, Mrs. Claus and elves from the sheriff's office.

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• Route 28 Bypass Project In Limbo: Report
• Shooting Dumfries Resident In Face Leads To 20-Year Prison Sentence
• Party City To Close All Stores, Including 21 In VA: Report
• 2025 Brings Array Of Concerts To Barns At Wolf Trap
• Stacey D. Hardy-Chandler Becomes First Woman Of Color On City Council
• Narcotics Found In Vehicle Reported Stolen From Louisa County: Police
• 4 Burglaries Linked To Break-In At Annandale Business
• DWI, Manslaughter Charges Filed In Crash That Killed Herndon Woman
• Courthouse Named National Historic Landmark
• VA Social Security Retirement Age To Change In 2025
• VA Man Dies After Bear Falls From Tree, Lands On Him

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