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Former chef for McDonnell pleads no contest
(Joe Mahoney / Associated Press)
Todd Schneider was charged with embezzling food in a case entangled with the governor’s gift scandal.
DAYBREAK DAILY: Virginia becomes test state for gun data sharing
via ABC 7 Washington
Virginia is test state for gun data programMcAuliffe on defensive as Cuccinelli gets a boost
The Democratic candidate for Virginia governor defends against claims that could be seen as damaging.
Cuccinelli condemns anti-Semitic joke by GOP activist
(Eva Russo / For The Washington Post)
Virginia Republican Ken Cuccinelli II condemned an anti-Semitic joke told by a supporter at a political rally.
Veteran prosecutor to be acting U.S. attorney in Va.
Dana J. Boente will temporarily fill the position opened by the departure of Neil MacBride.
Virginia business briefs for Sept. 17
via Richmond Times Dispatch
Where Virginia ranks for Fortune 500 companiesFairfax teacher workforce grows over five years
The school system hired 1,841 new teachers this fall.
PM Update: Livin’ the weather good life locally; Tropical system brewing in the Gulf?
Today was quite awesome. Though it should be a little bit warmer, tomorrow’s going to be spectacular as well.
Loudoun County news in brief
Affordable dwelling units are available for seniors; Loudoun History Award nominations are sought.
An air of normalcy at Virginia store where Alexis got his gun
via Washington Times
VDOE: 41 percent of Virginia schools meet federal standardsAlexandria and Arlington Animal Watch
Incidents involving pets and wildlife reported by Alexandria and Arlington animal welfare leagues.
Alexandria and Arlington crime report
Among incidents reported by police in Arlington and Alexandria.
Falling for the Book in FairfaxTom Jackman
Starbucks: Please leave your guns at home
Formerly neutral on guns, Starbucks now formally discourages bringing guns to its coffeeshops.
Inside Sharpshooters, the Newington gun store where Aaron Alexis bought his shotgun
The computer technician drove about 20 minutes to an industrial park to buy a seven-round pump-action shotgun.
Sterling, home to maker of the autopen; it signs so you don’t have to
But don’t ask who uses them. They won’t tell you.
Fairfax library board suspends strategic plan pending input from public, employees
Library will hear from the public, review policy for discarding books.
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Remembering the victims
Twelve people, plus the shooter, are dead and several others wounded after a shooting rampage at the Washington Navy Yard.
History of the Washington Navy Yard
The military complex in Southeast Washington has undergone a major renovation and expansion over the past 15 years.
Navy Yard shooting’s aftermath
In the days after a gunman kills 12 at the compound, some workers return while others spend the time in remembrance.
Aaron Alexis identified as Navy Yard shooter
The dead gunman found at the scene was a former Navy reservist, officials say.
Second D.C. chapel opens for gay marriages
To handle the demand for same-sex weddings, D.C. Superior Court opens an overflow venue.
Rampage at Navy Yard
At least 13 are dead and others are wounded after a shooter opened fire at the Washington Navy Yard, officials say.
A therapeutic experience on ice
Special-needs children and their families find support through the Montgomery Cheetahs hockey program.
A deadly encounter on the streets of D.C.
Before he was killed at 19, David Robinson had been trying to break free of the mayhem that defined his life in Shaw.
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