Sex Trafficking | Shooting Suspect's Police Run-Ins | 2 Dead In House Fire: 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.

Police Tried To Arrest Suspect Before Fatal Shooting

One day before a 23-year-old man fatally shot a man at a home, the suspect had faced weapons charges that were dropped in court, according to authorities.

• Fatal Shooting Suspect Caught; Firearm Recovered: Police
• Shooting Investigation Prompts 2 Schools To Keep Students Inside
• Victim In Fatal Shooting Identified By Police

Brown Shooting Victim From VA Dreamed Of Being Doctor, Always Had A Helping Hand

Friends and family remembered Virginian Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov, who was killed Saturday by a mass shooter at Brown University, as smart and ambitious, but also as someone who consistently went out of his way to support his friends, according to reports.

• Brown University Shooting: Student From NoVA Details Campus Reaction

Sex Trafficking Victim Found At Hotel, Suspect Arrested

A sex trafficking victim was found at a hotel earlier in December, leading to the suspect's arrest in the Hampton Roads region Tuesday, police say.

Amid Digital Gateway Appeals, More Legal Funds Approved By Supervisors

The majority of the Board of County Supervisors opted to continue providing funds for the legal battle over the massive Digital Gateway data center project.

Fatal Crash With Metro Bus Kills Taxicab Driver: Police

A fatal crash involving a Metrobus, van and taxicab was reported on Richmond Highway Monday morning, according to police. The taxicab driver has died.

2 Dead After House Fire, Fundraiser For Family Says

Two residents have died after Monday's house fire, according to a GoFundMe started for the family.

HOT Lanes Revenue Would Fund National Park Roads Like GW Parkway

Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA) today introduced legislation that would allow for revenue generated from speed camera enforcement on roads within the National Park System, such as the George Washington Memorial Parkway, to be reinvested for safety improvements, road maintenance, and related infrastructure needs in the parks where violations occur.

VA Woman Tries To Evade Police After Fleeing Hit And Run

A 31-year-old woman who tried to flee police following a Dec. 13 hit and run is facing multiple criminal charges, according to authorities.

Man Cited For Rape Of Child Under 13: Police

Police arrested a suspect over the weekend who they say raped a 12-year-old girl eight years ago, according to authorities.

640-Unit Mixed-Use Project In Potomac Yard Approved By City Council

A mixed-use development with 640 residential units is moving forward in the Potomac Yard neighborhood after City Council approval Saturday.

Driver Killed When Vehicle Crashes Into Residential Building: Police

Police are investigating a fatal crash involving a single vehicle striking a residential building early Monday, according to authorities.

Teen's Music Lessons Help Fund Legal Aid Work In India

A 16-year-old student has raised more than $16,000 by teaching traditional Carnatic vocal music and singing at local farmers markets to help residents in rural villages in India.

Man Indicted For Re-Entering U.S. Following 2012 Removal

A federal grand jury indicted a man last Thursday for illegal reentry after removal from the U.S., according to court documents.

Crisis Receiving Center Serves Hundreds Of Adults Since Opening

Hundreds of adults have been served in a little over a month since the Crisis Receiving Center opened.

Man's Shooting Into Home Targeted Woman: Police

A man had sent threatening texts to a woman before a shooting that struck a home while she was inside, police say.

Underground Lines Sought By Supervisors For Power Line Project

In a meeting extending into the early hours of Wednesday, supervisors expressed a preference for underground power lines for a project in an area with major data center development.

Stricter Electronic Device Policy Approved For School System's Students

Students will return to school after winter break with more restrictions on their cell phones and other electronic devices.

Winner Named In 11th House District Firehouse Primary

Gretchen M. Bulova won Tuesday's Democratic Firehouse Primary and will represent her party in the Jan. 13 special election, which will decide who will fill the 11th District seat in the Virginia House of Delegates.

Franklin Chosen As Democratic Nominee In House District 23 Caucus

Supervisor Margaret Angela Franklin won the Democratic nomination for an open Virginia House of Delegates seat Tuesday.