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Major Mall-Based Chain To Close 543 Stores After Filing For Bankruptcy
A major retailer primarily located in malls and headquartered in Pennsylvania is set to close all 543 of its stores following its third Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. Closures for all rue21 locations are expected to be completed within the next two months with going-out-of-business sales coming soon. The company, headquartered in Pennsylvania outside Pittsburgh, had first filed for bankruptcy in 2003, and then for a second time in 2017, when it closed around 400 stores. Founded in 1970, rue21 specializes in women's & men's casual apparel and accessories. rue21 has locations in …
Bel Air, MD
Weather
Watch Issued For Possibly Severe Storms That Could Bring 70MPH Wind Gusts, Hail To DMV Region
Some severe storms could be heading toward the DMV region overnight, as the National Weather service issuing alerts or the area. Forecasters are cautioning that there "is a risk for strong to severe thunderstorms," that might bring large hail, and damaging winds with gusts approaching 70mph, officials say. ⚠️A slow moving cold front will drift southward through the area today. There is a risk for strong to severe thunderstorms, especially from I-66/U.S. 50 and points southward⛈️Large hail & damaging winds are possible in such storms. Today's highs will be in the upper 70s/low 80s. pi…
Fredericksburg, VA
Breaking News
Spotsy Man Called Himself 'FairyHunter' When Convincing 9-Year-Old To Send Sexual Photos: Feds
A Spotsylvania man admitted to convincing a 9-year-old to send him photos of herself engaging in sexual activity over the internet, federal officials said. Shane Johnston, 46, went by the name "FairyHunter" on Discord, where he conversed with the child in June 2023, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia Jessica D. Aber said. Johnston became the center of the investigation that summer, when Homeland Security Investigations Toronto contacted the Richmond team regarding "FairyHunter," Aber's office said. In August 2023, HSI agents obtained a search warrant for five electroni…
Fredericksburg, VA
Weather
2.1 Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Virginia
Did you feel it? A small earthquake was reported near Richmond, VA around 10:45 p.m. Monday, April 8, the USGS said. The 2.1 magnitude quake happened 5 km north of Glen Allen, and was felt by a handful of residents in Glen Allen, Midlothian, Beaverdam and Ashland. Last week, a 4.8 magnitude earthquake in New Jersey was felt all over the Northeast.
Arlington, VA
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DMV Hoops Superstars Make It To NCAA Final Four In Phoenix
When the NCAA Final Four tips off on Saturday night in Phoenix, there may be some faces on the court familiar to basketball fans in the DMV. There will be no shortage of players who hail from Maryland and Virginia during this weekend's showdown, as Purdue, UConn, Alabama, and North Carolina State look to secure their spot in Monday's final. For the Wolfpack, Fort Washington resident Casey Morsell is looking to help lead NC State to an upset after three years playing at the University of Virginia. He'll be joined by Richmond native Dennis Parker, Jr. a 4-star freshman recruit who playe…
Fredericksburg, VA
Breaking News
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ALERT: Captor, Teen Missing After Vehicle Located In Virginia: State Police
The search is on for a 15-year-old girl who was believed to have been abducted by a 23-year-old man in Virginia on Thursday, April 4. The black Honda Accord being sought in connection with the case of Ronique Channel Proteat and Tyrell Ashley Davenport was found. However, 15-year-old Ronique remains missing, having last been seen in Newbridge Terrace in Richmond Wednesday, April 3. She is believed to have been taken by Tyrell. This is a developing story. Check back for more.
Mechanicsville, MD
Weather
Snow Likely In Most Of Maryland, Virginia Heading Into Holiday Weekend: Forecasters
A new round of snow could be coming to parts of the DMV region as soon as Friday night or Saturday morning, according to forecasters. A new fast-moving storm could bring upwards of three inches of snow to some areas, AccuWeather officials said, with a wintry mix possible as far south as Richmond, though it is expected to pass quickly. Mild temperatures are expected today with increasing clouds ahead of a weather system to our north. Some rain showers will reach the Allegheny Mountains later this afternoon. pic.twitter.com/97ro1l3Y3w — NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) February 15,…
Ashburn, VA
Breaking News
Don't Miss Virginia Actor, College Coach On 'Survivor 46'
Two castaways with ties two Virginia are on this season of "Survivor." Tevin Davis, 24 who was born in Goochland but lives in Richmond, and Tim Spicer, 31, an Arlington native living in Georgia, are among the 18 castaways on "Survivor 46" airing Feb. 28 on CBS. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Survivor (@survivorcbs) View this post on Instagram A post shared by 🌻𝐓 𝐄 𝐕 𝐈 𝐍 𝐌 𝐀 𝐑 𝐈 𝐎 𝐍 𝐃 𝐀 𝐕 𝐈 𝐒🌻 (@tevin.m.davis) According to Entertainment Weekly, Davis is an actor and is proud…
Alexandria, VA
Breaking News
Alexandria's Potomac Yard Protestors Descend On Richmond
Traffic nightmare. Air pollution. Hidden costs. That's what Alexandria residents could face if the Potomac Yard comes to fruition, according to several activists against it. We've made it to the Brand New General Assembly Building!14 stories of legislative madness for the next two months. pic.twitter.com/MSSwUQgz1Y — DC New Liberals (@DCNewLiberals) February 8, 2024 And so, they brought their concerns to Richmond on Thursday, Feb. 8, hoping some two dozen or more lawmakers would hear them out. The protest was organized in part by Stop the Arena, who believe the plan for the massive are…
Alexandria, VA
Breaking News
Drug Kingpin Peddling Nearly Pure Meth In Virginia Convicted For 15th Time: Feds
A Virginia Beach man just earned himself his 15th conviction — this one federal. Malik Dillard, who guys by “Mayo,” used out-of-state methamphetamine suppliers to import bulk packages of nearly pure methamphetamine (98.6% purity) to Virginia through the U.S. Postal Service, according to Jessica D. Aber, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia. Dillard employed a network of sub-dealers to scale and expand his methamphetamine operation across the Hampton Roads region over multiple years, Aber's office said. "Methamphetamine is a powerful, highly addictive stimulant that affec…
Fredericksburg, VA
Obituaries
Services For Teran Collins Jr., 26, Set In Fredericksburg
Services have been set for Teran Collins Jr., who died unexpectedly on Sunday, Jan. 28, in Richmond, according to his obituary on the Mullins & Thompson Funeral Service website. He was 26 years old. Teran was born in Fairfax but lived in Beaverdam, his obituary reads. He was being remembered for his "contagious smile, teddy bear hugs, and pure heart," his obituary reads. We lost a good one man Teran Collins Jr. thank you for all the memories you left me with you was the first person to... Posted by Trey Perry on Monday, January 29, 2024 Teran is survived by his parents, Therese and …
Fredericksburg, VA
Breaking News
Wanted Car Burglar Busted Littering In Stafford: Police
A man wanted for failure to appear and car break-ins was arrested when authorities in Stafford County caught him dumping trash at a motel, they said. Jared Beacham, 37, of Goochland, had apparently dumped trash at the Super 8 Motel on Warrenton Road around 4:15 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6, the Stafford County Sheriff's Office said. Beacham told a responding deputy he was “pretty sure” there were warrants out for his arrest. He was right: Beacham had failure to appear warrants from Hanover County, Stafford County, and the city of Richmond, authorities said. The preexisting charge for the Hanover …
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