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Preliminary snow totals | Bobcat escapes National Zoo | Super Bowl DUI crackdown | ​Samantha Bee plans Trump roast

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An unknown person sent an email last week to the owner of Finch Knitting + Sewing Studio saying the store might be placed on a black list of sorts for "local Leesburg businesses that are openly hostile to customers who voted for Donald Trump." The owner says the accusation is ridiculous. >>> Read more.

Increased DUI Enforcement Around Super Bowl Sunday with 'Trooper Bowl'

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Ready for the Super Bowl this weekend? Going to a party? Virginia State Police are coming up with their own game plan for "Trooper Bowl," stepping up patrols to keep the region's highways safe during the big event, from Super Bowl Sunday through Monday morning. >>> Read more.

Bobcat Escapes From National Zoo In DC, Sends Authorities Scrambling

A bobcat named Ollie has escaped from her enclosure at the Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington, D.C., and authorities are asking for the public's help in tracking her down. >>> Read more.


Preliminary Snow Totals in Northern Virginia for Monday, Jan. 30, 2017

  • Some areas saw nearly 3 inches of wet snow, while others saw only trace amounts. Here are early totals from the National Weather Service.


Samantha Bee To Host Huge Roast Of Donald Trump In DC: Report

  • The comedian and host of "Full Frontal with Samantha Bee" is hosting it on the same night as the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

Arlington Resident Destroys Marathon Record Over 7 Continents

  • The super-marathoner also reportedly ran an extra 17 miles just so he could hit the 200-mile mark for the week.

Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse Opens Monday in Tysons

  • Much-anticipated steakhouse Fogo de Chao opens Monday in Tysons showcasing Southern Brazilian grilling technique of "churrasco."

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