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'Sextortion': Police Report 14 Cases in Fairfax County

At least 14 people have reported being the victim of a sexual extortion scam, known as "sextortion," so far this year in Fairfax County, police reported Thursday.

The scam involves someone, often overseas, setting up fake social media accounts, befriending potential victims online, coaxing victims to send inappropriate photos and then threatening to post the photos if they aren't paid, Fairfax County Police said. >>> Read more.

Hurricane Hermine Path Should Avoid Region, But Impact Possible in Virginia, DC, Maryland

Newly-classified Hurricane Hermine appears likely to head into the Atlantic Ocean before reaching the Washington, D.C., and Baltimore region, but there is still some uncertainty to the storm's path, according to local forecasters.

Local forecasters with the National Weather Service encourage residents to continue monitoring forecasts for this storm. "Any slight change in the track will have a significant impact on the forecast," according to a weather service forecast. >>> Read more.

Wolf Trap Concerts: Don't Say Goodbye to Summer Just Yet

• You still have a chance to see a concert at Wolf Trap's outdoor theater before summer is over.

Gas Pump Skimming Device Found at Annandale Station: Police

• A customer noticed suspicious activity on a credit card and contacted police; police found the device at an Annandale gas station.

'Hamilton' Star to Teach Kids in DC This Weekend

• Andrew Chappelle plays Marquis de Lafayette and Thomas Jefferson in the current version of the Tony Award-winning play.

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