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A proposed merger between Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy raises new possibilities and further questions in the race to match Virginia’s booming energy demand.

NextEra, which seeks to create the world’s largest regulated electric utility business through the $67 billion acquisition, has framed the plan as a path toward reducing energy costs in an era of rising need, driven in part by the construction of new data centers to power AI.


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A suspect has been arrested over an alleged sexual attack in the stairwell of a Columbia Pike parking garage.

Police are seeking other possible victims as the suspect, a 25-year-old of “no fixed address,” faces charges of sexual battery and attempted object sexual penetration.


Events

Cycling pros and enthusiasts will be hitting the streets of Arlington this weekend for the return of the Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic.

The event, now in its 28th year, will include two days of races on Saturday and Sunday, benefiting the nonprofit Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) — and bringing some road closures.


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A sinkhole has been blocking a small stretch of road in Pentagon City for the last several days.

A portion of 13th Street S. between Costco and Metropolitan Park has been cordoned off since last week, with a traffic barrel sitting in the middle of the hole as of yesterday (Tuesday) afternoon.


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Madison Community Center will temporarily close beginning in June for a multimillion-dollar overhaul, expected to last for about a year.

The community center at 3829 N. Stafford Street will close on Monday, June 15. Planned upgrades including a new air conditioning system to replace window units, a new roof to address leaks and deterioration, a redesign of the lower level and new ceiling tiles and lighting, according to a county webpage.


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An Arlington police officer who responded to the Sept. 11, 2001 attack on the Pentagon has died from cancer related to those recovery efforts.

The Arlington County Police Department honored Cpl. Barry Foust’s 35 years of service with the agency in a press release today (Tuesday). Foust, who was on patrol the day of the terrorist attack and helped launch Arlington County’s response, died Friday following a cancer diagnosis in June 2025.


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Some Metro travelers are experiencing delays during their commutes this morning due to a downed tree near Arlington National Cemetery.

Shuttle service for the Blue Line is currently operating between Rosslyn and the Pentagon, and Metro is warning of delays on the Orange and Yellow lines in both directions due to train congestion, according to the most recent advisory.


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All Virginia workers will be eligible for paid sick leave under new legislation backed by State Sen. Barbara Favola (D-40).

The new law, signed by Gov. Abigail Spanberger yesterday (Wednesday), requires employers to provide both full-time and part-time employees with up to five sick days per year beginning in July 2027. Workers accrue one hour for every 30 hours worked, and will be able to take time off for either mental or physical illness.


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Electronics and other personal items were reported stolen from numerous vehicles in Potomac Yard in a series of break-ins earlier this week.

The windows of 16 vehicles were damaged, with a suspect or suspects stealing tires off of three of the vehicles in addition to snatching belongings, according to the Arlington County Police Department.


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The Virginia Supreme Court has agreed to review the lawsuit over Arlington’s Missing Middle zoning change, moving one step closer to resolving the complicated but consequential case.

Following oral arguments last month, the court announced today (Tuesday) that it will review a Virginia Court of Appeals ruling that would create big obstacles for plaintiffs, if upheld.


Around Town

Arlington firefighters performed an unusual rescue operation over the weekend after a dog accidentally jumped into a storm drain.

The dog, Rocky, fell into the drain on Saturday morning at 14th Street S. and S. Fern Street, in the Pentagon City area. He was uninjured.


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A package of local street safety projects and the final draft design for upgrades to Doctor’s Run Park are both collecting public feedback through this weekend.

The deadline to submit input on all projects is Sunday. The street projects are intended to improve pedestrian safety on roads in Green Valley, Virginia Square and East Falls Church, while Doctor’s Run Park is expected to get a resurfaced volleyball court and updated playground equipment, among other changes.


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