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

Amazon Cancels New York HQ2: What That Means For Crystal City

It was a big surprise when Amazon suddenly announced that it would split its HQ2 between Crystal City and New York. And it was an even bigger surprise Thursday when the online retail giant announced it was abandoning the New York project. So what does that mean for Crystal City

Big Redskins Stadium Development Throws Snyder's Plans Into Chaos

Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder desperately wants a new stadium. But a huge announcement from Maryland's governor could completely upend his plans, according to reports.

Jay Gruden's Son Arrested After Drunken Tiffs In Ashburn: Police

The son of Washington Redskins coach Jay Gruden was arrested early Sunday after being involved in three separate confrontations in Northern Virginia, police say.

Silver Line Metro Expansion Runs Into Big Problem: Report

For those hoping to hop on the Metro to Reston Town Center, Herndon, and Dulles Airport in the near future, you should be aware that there was a worrying new problem with the Silver Line expansion recently, according to a report.

Other headlines:

Manassas Schools Threat: Suspect Identified, Say Police
Man Who Shot Alexandria Cop Faces New Charges
Alexandria Townhouse Fire Turns Fatal
'Zombie Deer' Or Chronic Wasting Disease Reported In Virginia
Man Strangles Woman In Woodbridge: Police
Forecasters Question Decision To Open DC-Area Schools Late
Navy Yard May Be Walled Off Due To Global Warming: Report
10-Year-Old Arrested For Threatening Schools In Manassas: Police
Man Charged For Bomb Threat In Tysons: Police
SunTrust Bank Robber Sought In Sterling: Police
Bystander Helps Arrest Unruly Shoplifter In Springfield: Police
Northam Deserves Forgiveness, 2nd Chance: VA's Black Leaders
Group Terrorizes Woman With Ax, Threats To Burn In Stafford: SCSO

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