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VIRGINIA — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Northern Virginia and DC. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

4 Murder Charges Filed Against Husband In 2023 Double Homicide

Brendan Banfield, a man authorities said was romantically involved with his family's au pair, was indicted Monday on four counts of aggravated murder in connection with the 2023 killings of his wife, Christine Banfield and 39-year-old Joseph Ryan of Springfield.

2-Alarm Fire Starts With Potting Soil, Displaces 5

Potting soil was the origin point of a two-alarm house fire Saturday, according to Fire and Rescue.

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Casino Efforts, Opposition Mobilize For 2025 VA General Assembly

Supporters and opponents of the casino bill are organizing ahead of another attempt to authorize a casino when the Virginia General Assembly session convenes in January.

Pilot Hospitalized After Plane Crash: Police

A 79-year-old man suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries when the plane he was piloting crashed, according to authorities.

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10-Month-Old Baby Gets Severe Burns In Child Neglect Case

A daycare worker was charged in relation to a 10-month-old baby receiving severe burns, according to police.

Mamta Kafle Bhatt: Husband Requests Bond As He Awaits Trial

The husband of missing Manassas Park mom Mamta Kafle Bhatt will ask to be released from jail while awaiting trial in connection with her disappearance, according to a report.

Wrong-Way Crash Kills Passenger, Injures Drivers

A passenger was killed in a wrong-way crash Friday, according to police.

Olympic Medalist Noah Lyles Returning For Celebration

After scoring two medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Noah Lyles will return to the city where he went to high school.

$75K Donation Largest In Fire Department's 103-Year-Old History

In remembrance of the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the Patricia A. Henriques Charitable Foundation presented a $75,000 grant to the Volunteer Fire Department. The donation was the largest ever received by MVFD, which has been around for 103 years.

Man Hospitalized In Shooting; 4 Suspects Sought: Police

Police detectives are looking for four men involved in a robbery and shooting that took place Sunday morning in the Ballston-Virginia Square neighborhood.

County To County Pursuit With Stolen Car Leads To Sentence

A stolen vehicle pursuit starting in Ashburn and ending near Vienna has led to a prison sentence for a Leesburg man.

Wanted Homicide Suspect Arrested In Massachusetts

A suspect wanted in the killing of an 18-year-old woman was arrested in Massachusetts.

FredNats Win Carolina League For First Time Since Fredericksburg Move

After dropping game two of the series as part of a doubleheader with the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers, the Fredericksburg Nationals won game three Wednesday night to become Carolina League Champions in 2024.

Cell Phone Ban In Schools: Virginia's Guidelines Finalized

After a one-month public feedback period, the Virginia Department of Education has finalized its guidance to school districts on cell phone restrictions. The rules ban students from carrying their phones during school hours.

$1M Powerball Ticket Sold In VA, Jackpot Grows To $176M

Check your Powerball tickets, Virginia. One lucky person in the state purchased a ticket for Monday's drawing worth $1 million.

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