$1K 'Tip Bomb' | Two Murders Linked | Holiday Grocery Hours | News Nearby

Patch has 32 sites in communities in Va. and D.C. Here are some of the top posts from the past 24 hours.

• Woman Found Murdered in Burke; Case Likely Related to Murder in Springfield: Police
• Manassas Woman Killed in Car Wreck Friday in Centreville: Police
• Giant, Wegmans, Safeway Christmas Eve, Christmas Day 2016 Store Hours

$1K 'Tip Bomb' is a Perfect Holiday Surprise for Virginia Waiter

The tip bombers have struck again, extending their streak of surprising a random, unsuspecting waiter or waitress with a ginormous tip during the holiday season to 13 years. >>> Read more.

Restaurant Reservations: If You Don't Have 'Em, You're Out of Luck at MGM National Harbor

Is it a sign of success, bad planning, new employees or not enough employees? On Thursday night, two weeks after their grand opening, you can't get a dinner reservation. MGM National Harbor was humming along busy as ever -- long lines at restaurants, a jammed casino and a big crowd at the Lionel Richie concert. >>> Read more.

• Man Accused of Phoning in Bomb Threats to Union Station, Metro is Arrested by FBI: Report
• Man Robs Peking Express, Assaults Cashier in Woodbridge: Police
• Suspect in Shooting of 12-Year-Old Arrested in Woodbridge: Police
• National Park Service Raising Some Fees for 2017 in DC Region

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• Four Food Safety Tips To Keep Your Holiday Eating Free From Food Poisoning
• Teen Drug Use Continues to Fall While E-Cigarettes Gain Popularity
• T.C. Williams Basketball Forfeits Wins After Allowing Fifth-Year Senior on Team
• Wow House: $3.48M Apartment Home Promises Panoramic Views Over Potomac

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