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Corey Stewart 'Giving Away an AR-15 for Christmas'

Corey Stewart is anything but orthodox. That's why it's not all that surprising the Republican gubernatorial candidate is offering those who contribute to his campaign a chance to win an AR-15 semi-automatic rifle.
There's a picture of the rifle on campaign material, over which Stewart says "Giving Away an AR-15 for Christmas." >>> Read more.

Metro Red Line Train Cars Decouple with Passengers on Board

A 7000 series Red Line train indicated that a coupler had disengaged between the second and third train cars at the Twinbrook station shortly before 9 a.m., according to Metro spokeswoman Sherri Ly. "The train’s safety system worked as intended and brought the traincars to a stop," Ly said. >>> Read more.

Pedestrian Shot in DC After Traffic Dispute Turns Violent: Report

• The shooting happened in the Franklin Square area in downtown D.C.

Kaine to Tour Silver Line Tuesday in McLean

• U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine will check out the progress on construction of Phase II of the Silver Line Tuesday morning.

Burglar Kicks, Punches Police K9 Dog in Clarendon: Police

• Police say a man broke into a business and then refused to leave when officers cornered him.

Military Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing at Yorktown High School

• Helicopter with mechanical issue landed on the Arlington high school's football field Friday night. No injuries or damage, says police.

Virginia Weather Forecast: Clear, Cold Week Could End With Snow

• Rain Monday morning, but we'll have a cloudy, dry week before rain and snow next weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

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