Mall Abduction Blame | 2 Child Murders | Confederate Statues Return: VA News

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.

Child Abduction Attempt Prompts Governor's Attack On Prosecutor

A suspect released from jail three days before he attempted to abduct a child at the mall prompted Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin to criticize Commonwealth's Attorney Steve Descano on social media.

Confederate Statues In DC Area To Be Replaced Following Trump's Executive Order

Two Washington, D.C.-area statues commemorating the Confederacy will be restored and replaced, in line with President Donald Trump's pushback on recent efforts to reframe America's historical narrative.

100 MPH+ Pursuit To I-395 Ends With Crash

A high-speed pursuit of a driver from Interstate 95 to Interstate 395 ended in a crash with an uninvolved vehicle Wednesday, injuring the occupants and the suspect driver.

$60K In Fire Damage Blamed On Solar Panels: Inspectors

An electrical event involving solar panels caused an estimated $60,527 in fire damage to a home, according to a preliminary investigation by fire inspectors.

VA Airport Services Worker Pleads Guilty To Smuggling Cocaine

A Peruvian citizen who worked for an airport services company at Washington Dulles International Airport pleaded guilty in federal court to importing cocaine into the U.S., according to authorities.

Boy's Murder Solved After 53 Years, 2nd Child Homicide Uncovered

With the help of DNA testing and forensic-grade genome sequencing, detectives have identified the body of a young boy found 53 years ago. However, the investigation also uncovered a second suspected homicide of an infant related to the boy.

Power Line Ruling Appealed By County, Another Project To Get Hearings

The county and Lansdowne Conservancy are teaming up for a joint appeal of a power line project approved by the State Corporation Commission.

Police Officer Faces Reckless Driving Charge In Pursuit: Police

A police officer has been charged after crashing into a car during a pursuit of a stolen vehicle.

Man Killed In Fiery Collision On I-66: VA State Police

Virginia State Police identified the driver killed early on I-66, according to authorities.

Appeal Filed After Cemetery Site Lawsuit Dismissed

After a lawsuit fighting alleged disturbances to African American and Native American cemeteries was dismissed, an appeal is being filed.

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