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Reminder: Schools to Close Early — Fairfax County Public Schools will close three hours early today (Monday) due to potentially severe storms, including the possibility of tornadoes, in the afternoon forecast. All afterschool and evening activities on school grounds have been canceled, and morning preschool and special education classes will be dismissed around 10 a.m. [FFXnow]

Lawsuit Coming Over Chantilly Gas Explosion — “The attorney for an 83-year-old man whose home exploded in Centreville, Va., plans to file a lawsuit against Washington Gas. The explosion forced about 50 residents to evacuate from the neighborhood on Quail Pond Court. The man was injured and displaced after the blast destroyed his home.” [DC News Now]

Emergency Repairs for Potomac Sewer Complete — “D.C. Water has completed the final steps necessary to return flow to the Potomac Interceptor. D.C. Water spokesperson Sherri Lewis said the water flow was restored after a series of tests were carried out by officials early Saturday … The environmental rehabilitation work is still needed, which has begun on the C&O Canal.” [WTOP]

General Assembly Session Highlights — “Virginia lawmakers wrapped up the 2026 General Assembly session in dramatic fashion Saturday evening, adjourning their regular session without a budget deal after an unexpected dispute over data center tax breaks … overshadowed what had otherwise been a consequential session for Democrats,” who control both chambers of the legislature and all three statewide offices. [Virginia Mercury]

Retail Cannabis Bill Heads to Governor — “Virginia lawmakers passed legislation to let people 21 and over buy cannabis recreationally starting Jan. 1, 2027, moving the state closer to ending its yearslong stay in marijuana purgatory.” Gov. Abigail Spanberger is expected to sign the bill, which comes five years after Virginia decriminalized the possession of small amounts of marijuana. [VPM News]

Southwest Airlines Leaving Dulles — “Southwest Airlines Co. said Friday it will soon stop operating service to, from or through Dulles International Airport.” The company, which currently provides flights from Dulles to Phoenix and Denver, said it will end service at Dulles and Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport starting June 4 as “part of the airline’s ongoing effort ‘refine services.'” [Washington Business Journal]

Falls Church Approves E-Scooter Program — “Falls Church has formally opened its doors to e-scooters. Now it just needs to find some takers. City Council members voted 7-0 on Monday night for a one-year pilot program, hoping to entice companies to deploy up to 100 e-scooters and e-bicycles within the community’s 2.2 square miles.” [ARLnow]

Private-Sector Job Losses a Concern — “Private sector job losses linked to federal reductions and economic uncertainty are a top concern for City of Alexandria and its regional counterparts, according to a presentation” given to the City Council on March 10. “While [Brookings Institute fellow Tracy] Hadden Loh said the region is still adding private jobs in certain subsectors, others have taken a hit.” [ALXnow]

New Legal Notice — Administrative plan available; hearing May 1, 2026; comments invited. [Public Notices]

It’s Monday — Showers and thunderstorms likely, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 5pm. Some of the storms could be severe. Temperatures could reach a high near 72 before dropping to a low around 30 at night. Chance of precipitation is 80%. [NWS]

Falling Tree Behind Fatal GW Parkway Crash — “The GW Parkway was closed in Arlington for hours [yesterday] after a fatal crash caused by a falling tree. The incident happened in rainy weather just after 7:30 a.m., in the southbound lanes of the parkway near Chain Bridge.” [ARLnow]

Former N. Va. Resident Identified as ODU Shooter — “The gunman believed to be behind Thursday’s shooting that left one dead and two wounded at Old Dominion University was Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, a former Sterling resident convicted nine years ago of attempting to provide material support to ISIS.” [Inside NoVA]

Bill Tightens Speed Camera Rules — “Under the pending legislation [patroned by Del. Karrie Delaney], cities and counties would still be allowed to keep the cash they generate from the cameras. But they must use it only on roadway safety initiatives — not to prop up other parts of their budgets.” Cameras would need signs telling drivers how fast they’re going, and they can only operate in construction zones when workers are present. Versions of the bill have passed both chambers and are now being reconciled. [Virginian-Pilot]

Potomac Sewer Line Repair Costs Estimated — “The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments briefed local leaders on the latest repair efforts and costs for the Potomac Interceptor project on Wednesday.” COG Water Program Resources Director Steve Bieber estimates emergency repairs will cost around $30 million, but the cost of more extensive capital projects could total “roughly $600 million over the next ten years.” [DC News Now]

Medical Cannabis Bill Under Negotiation — “A bill moving through the Virginia General Assembly would allow hospital staff to store and administer medical cannabis oil to patients who have a valid medical certification. Virginia already allows certified patients to use medical cannabis, and state law permits its use in nursing homes, hospice facilities and assisted living centers,” but not in hospitals. [WHRO]

Gen Z Reviving Mall Culture — “For some teenagers, the pandemic was the very thing that spurred their interest in the mall. It was a place to go to get out of the house and break the cycle of endlessly scrolling on TikTok or Instagram in favor of having real life experiences. ‘Even if I don’t buy anything, just going out is really fun,’ Pranvi Yarvaneni, 14, told The Journal while out at Tysons Corner Center.” [Wall Street Journal/Daily Mail]

Vienna Names New Deputy Police Chief — After promoting Dan Janickey to chief, the Vienna Police Department has hired David Huchler to serve as its new deputy police chief, a role he previously filled for the Alexandria City Police Department. He also served as chief of police for the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority until this past January. “His service with the Town of Vienna will begin on April 6.” [Town of Vienna]

Earth Day Celebration Volunteers Wanted — “Earth Day Fairfax will be an unforgettable day of fun, education and community. The 2026 event will take place on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lake Fairfax Park in Reston. Earth Day Fairfax is the county’s largest Earth Day celebration, and we are asking for your help. Join us as an Earth Day Fairfax volunteer.” [Fairfax County Park Authority]

It’s Friday — Clouds will thicken throughout the day as temperatures reach a high near 54°F. Expect winds to pick up from the south, ranging from 7 to 22 mph and gusting up to 38 mph. At night, skies will clear, leaving a low temperature around 42°F. [NWS]