Mall Carjacking | Fire Destroys 8 Cars | School Lead Exposure: 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.

Elementary School Found With Lead Eyes Reopening

After a week-long closure due to lead presence, an elementary school is looking to reopen next week.

• Lead Exposure In School Prompts Blood Testing Recommendation

3 Child Sexual Battery Charges Filed Against School Bus Aide

A Fredericksburg man is facing multiple charges, including aggravated sexual battery of a child, due to incidents of inappropriate touching while he was working as an aide on a school bus, according to Spotsylvania County authorities.

Woman Carjacked At Mall: Police Report

A carjacking at the mall was among the incidents county police responded to over the weekend.

Casino Bill Should Be Rejected By Supervisors: Former Lawmaker

A former Republican congressman called on the Board of Supervisors to reject State Sen. Dave Marsden’s proposed legislation that would clear the way for a casino to be built anywhere in the county.

8 Cars Destroyed, 3 Others Damaged In Fire

Eight vehicles were destroyed and three more were damaged by a fire at an apartment complex Wednesday, according to fire and rescue.

5 Cold-Case Sexual Assaults Linked To Man: Police

A man was arrested Tuesday night after investigators used DNA to connect him to five sexual assaults between 2008 and 2012.

Loose Dogs Seized After Attacks On 3 People

A report of dogs on the loose and several attacks in led to police firing at the dogs and seizing them.

Hurricane Helene Supply Drive Held By Church

The church is no stranger to helping victims of natural disasters. This time, the church and the community will offer a helping hand to those affected by Hurricane Helene.

Leaders Aim To Erase Duplicate Zoning Ordinance In County Code

County residents will have two opportunities in October to provide feedback on a resolution that would eliminate duplication and result in the county being governed by a single zoning ordinance.

2 Indecent Exposures Reported: Police

Two reports of indecent exposure last week are being investigated by county police.

Gun On School Property Charge Levied Against Man

Sheriff’s deputies arrested a 58-year-old man after he brought a gun onto the campus of Brooke Point High School and caused a disturbance there.

Fatal Shootout Over High-End Shoes Leads To Sentence

A shootout tied to a pair of high-end shoes led to a prison sentence for a man.

$6,500 In Lottery Tickets Stolen At 8 Locations; Man Arrested

A 39-year-old man was arrested Thursday in connection with the theft of $6,500 worth of lottery tickets from eight locations in September.

Ground Broken On 2 New Hospitals

Construction is officially underway on two new Inova hospitals after groundbreakings Monday as another facility prepares to open.

NoVA City Named Third Best Small City By Conde Naste Traveler

The city is maintaining its profile as one of America's best small cities, again being ranked third among small cities in the 2024 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards.

Single-Vehicle Crash Kills 2 People At I-66 Exit

A single-vehicle crash led to a double fatality near the Interstate 66 Express Lanes Tuesday, according to police.

W&OD Trail's 50th Anniversary To Be Recognized

It's been 50 years since a former railroad turned into a trail for bicyclists and pedestrians in Northern Virginia.

First Female NFL Coach, More Alumni Join FCPS Hall Of Fame

The NFL's first female coach, an Obama administration official, stand-up comedian-turned TV journalist and more are the newest members of the FCPS Hall of Fame.