Chaos At White House, Big Lotto Win, Tornado Fears | News Nearby

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

Chaos In Front Of White House As Man Erupts In Flames: Reports

A man could be seen engulfed in flames and walking on the Ellipse in front of the White House earlier this week.

NoVa Man Wins Big Lottery Jackpot

A Northern Virginia man is now a lot richer after buying a Virginia Lottery ticket at a local convenience store.

Be Ready For Tornadoes In Northern Virginia: NOVEC

A local utility is urging Northern Virginia residents to be prepared for tornadoes in the near future.

Metro Shutdown Causes Complications For Commuters

After the shutdown of six Metro stations began on Memorial Day weekend, Tuesday was the first work day for commuters to navigate the change. As some social media reports indicated, the transition didn't go smoothly for some.

Other headlines:

• Metro Shutdown Report Finds Shuttle Bus Concern At 1 Station
• Worker Dies After Electrocution In West Falls Church Area
• $2M Mega Millions Ticket Bought In Falls Church
• Man Sought For Sexually Assaulting Child In Woodbridge: Police
• Man Breaks Into Arlington Business, Eats, Leaves A Mess: Police
• Vehicle Smashes Into CVS Store In DC (Photos)
• Reston Pools Closed By Vandalism, Lifeguard Shortage: RA
• Massive Indoor Ski Slope Might Be Built In Lorton: Fairfax County
• 3 Bodies Found In Spotsylvania Home; Police Tight-Lipped
• This DC Landmark Is One Of USA's Most Endangered Historic Places