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VIRGINIA— On the weekend, we present a week in 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.

'No Kings' Protesters Line Overpasses To Protest Trump 'Authoritarianism'

A handful of volunteers gathered at the bridge over I-395 around 9:30 a.m. on Saturday to begin hanging signs on the protective fencing along both sides of the overpass.

Mass Shooting Attempt At Church Leads To Sentence

A man was sentenced to prison Wednesday for a mass shooting plot at a church and online threats against the church.

Gator Spotted At Motel: See Video

Visitors early Monday witnessed something more commonly seen in Florida: An alligator roaming around a motel.

Man Arrested For Hit And Run Already Has Court Date For 2024 Arrest

A 35-year-old man is facing three assault on a police officer charges, in connection to a June 10 hit-and-run investigation, according to authorities. The man was already facing similar charges for an incident that occurred in 2024.

Police Find Gun Stolen From Unsecured Vehicle In Arrest

Police have revealed details of two arrests following a call of an attempted car break-in with a gun. One of the suspects had 56 felony warrants.

AL Fugitive From Justice Arrested In Armed Robbery: Sheriff

A man wanted on a fugitive from justice warrant out of Alabama was arrested Friday in connection to an armed robbery that occurred at a business, according to authorities.

Teacher Exposed Self In Front Of Students: Police

A teacher has been charged in connection with an indecent exposure when students were present, according to police.

LGBTQ Pride Message On Church Sign Targeted By Vandals

On Sunday morning, a member of the church’s congregation was the first to notice that someone had shattered the sign’s clear plastic covering and torn down the letters that had spelled out the last word in the message, "God is Love. Love is Love. Celebrate Pride."

10 Democrats Vie For Vacant VA Congressional Seat: Early Voting Starts Tuesday

Ten candidates will be on the ballot for the June 28 firehouse primary hosted by the 11th Congressional District Democratic Committee. The winner of the primary will represent the party in the Sept. 9 special election.

VA Lt. Governor, Attorney General 2025 Primary Election Results: Voters Choose Nominees

Ghazala Hashmi, a state senator, declared a win in the Democratic lieutenant governor primary election after a close race for the lead with Levar Stoney and Aaron Rouse. The Associated Press called the race for Hashmi at 10:58 a.m. Wednesday.
In Tuesday's other statewide race, Jay Jones was the projected winner of the Democratic attorney general primary election over Shannon Taylor, the Associated Press said.

• 1st District House Of Delegates Primary Results: Incumbent Patrick Hope Wins
• Arlington Co. Board Primary Results: Democrats Choose Takis Karantonis
• House Of Delegates 21 Primary Election Results: Gorham Projected To Win

Third Measles Case Confirmed In Northern VA

The state’s third measles case of the year has been confirmed by Virginia health officials, who are seeking the public’s help in identifying anyone who may have been exposed to the disease while at Washington Dulles International Airport and the Washington Area Metro on Sunday, June 8.

'Razor Blade Throat' COVID Subvariant Emerges: What To Know In VA

A new COVID-19 subvariant born from Omicron has become the dominant strain in the U.S. and cases have been spreading in Virginia in recent weeks.

Virginia Doesn't Have Statewide Data Center Regulation; Localities Are Making Their Own Rules

(Virginia Mercury) Virginia is home to over a third of the data centers worldwide. These energy hungry facilities have brought business to the commonwealth, but communities are seeing the impact of the electricity and water usage hit their utility bills. Now, many localities are debating how to balance the opportunities and challenges data centers present, and grappling with how to regulate them.