Pop-Up Brothel | School Bus Crash | Man Follows Kids | Dominion Rate Hike: 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.

Driver Impaired In Crash With School Bus: Sheriff

A West Virginia driver was intoxicated at the time his SUV collided with a school bus on Wednesday afternoon, authorities said.

Pop-Up Brothel At Short-Term Rental Investigated: Report

An investigation into a pop-up brothel followed the discovery of a man found dead in a vehicle, according to a media report.

Sexual Battery Charges Filed After Man Groped Woman, Followed Kids: Police

A man who police say groped a woman in a store and followed three minors has been charged with sexual battery, police said.

Man Wanted For Assault, Firearm Violations Near Middle School

Authorities identified 39-year-old Zachary Saunders as the man with a weapon that caused a nearby middle school to be place on a secure posture on Tuesday morning.

Domestic Assault Charge Filed Against Sheriff's Deputy

A deputy with the Sheriff's Office was arrested late Friday afternoon for a domestic-related assault, according to authorities.

'Pill Mill' Doctor Ordered To Pay Restitution, Give Up 2 Properties

A doctor sentenced to prison in a "pill mill" scheme has been ordered to pay restitution and give up two properties. Multiple fatal drug overdoses were tied to the doctor's drug prescribing scheme.

Teen Admits To Setting Fire In Stairwell: Report

Police arrested an 18-year-old high school student for setting a fire in the stairwell of an apartment building on May 15, according to reports.

Powerball Ticket Wins $1 Million Runner-Up Prize

Although no one has won the Powerball jackpot yet, a location sold a Powerball runner-up prize of $1 million.

11 Indecent Liberties Charges Sought Against Man In Child Sex Case

A man is facing 11 indecent liberties charges and five other charges in a child sex case, according to police.

Capital Beltway Single-Vehicle Crash Kills Driver

A driver was killed in a single-vehicle crash on the Capital Beltway Sunday, according to Virginia State Police.

• 6 Killed In Virginia Crashes Over Labor Day Weekend 2025

Unattended Candle Causes Heavy Blaze, Displaces 4

A heavy fire originated with an unattended candle and displaced four people Tuesday night, according to the fire department. One resident had a minor injury but did not require a visit to the hospital.

Credit Cards Stolen At Rest Area Used At City Stores

Police are asking the public's help in identifying a woman who stole items from a purse inside the I-95 rest area located within city limits on Aug. 12, according to authorities.

New Transmission Line Project Hearings Approach, County Urges Participation

The first public hearings on proposed new power lines are coming up in September.

Dominion Proposes Higher Utility Rates, New Rate Class For Data Centers

Dominion Energy is proposing a rate increase for residential customers that will add on an additional $10.51 a month starting in 2027. The State Corporation Commission, which held its first hearing about the possible rate increase on Tuesday, will consider the company’s reasoning for the rate hike and their proposed fuel rate increase that will add an average $10.92 monthly rate for customers.

Town's Home Prices Outpace Many NoVA Counterparts: Real Estate Agent Explains

The town's single-family home prices are overtopping numerous other communities in Northern Virginia, according to a real estate agent who compiles real estate statistics for Vienna and other communities.

Islamic Relief USA Provides Emergency Trailers For Flooding Responses

Responses to flooding in Virginia and other states will get a boost from Islamic Relief USA.