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VIRGINIA— 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.

85-Year-Old Raped At Assisted Living Home

A man is facing charges tied to a rape of a resident at an assisted living home, police say.

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Rapper Noah Settles' Probation For Shooting In Jeopardy Over Marijuana Use

After serving three years in prison for firing a gun in the mall in June 2022, rapper Noah Settles of Washington, D.C., has jeopardized his 10 years of probation by regularly smoking marijuana and failing to complete substance abuse treatment.

HUD To Move Headquarters To National Science Foundation Building

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is moving, but that will force out the National Science Foundation, another federal agency based there.

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Metro Introduces New Destination From Silver Line Trains

Commuters using Metro's Silver Line have more destination options starting Sunday.

4th Suspect In 2023 Kidnapping Of 83-Year-Old Man Sentenced

The final suspect in the 2023 kidnapping of an 83-year-old veteran was sentenced in federal court on Tuesday to six years in prison, according to authorities.

Man Linked To 20 Vehicle Break-Ins Arrested: Police

Detectives arrested a 34-year-old man they say was responsible for 20 incidents of break-ins and larcenies involving vehicles since the beginning of the year, according to authorities.

Wrong-Way Crash Kills Driver: Police

A driver in a wrong-way vehicle was killed in a head-on crash, according to police.

Father With 3 Children In Vehicle Flees Sheriff's Deputies

A 29-year-old father is facing multiple charges, including assault on law enforcement and child endangerment, after fleeing sheriff’s deputies on Tuesday with his three children in the same vehicle, according to authorities.

Speeding Motorcyclist Dies After Pursuit: State Police

A motorcyclist died after a pursuit by Virginia State Police early Thursday.

Fourth Measles Case Confirmed In Northern VA

An international traveler who passed through Washington Dulles International Airport on their way to North Carolina on June 19 had a confirmed case of measles, according to the Virginia Department of Health.

Spotted Lanternflies Spread In VA: What To Do If You See Them

More Virginians may notice a larger presence of a spotted insect around their communities. That's the invasive spotted lanternfly, which has spread to more areas of Virginia and is entering its adult phase over the summer.

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