Title IX Investigation Opened

The U.S. Department of Education (DOE) opened a Title IX investigation into Fairfax County Public Schools after allegations that a male student sexually assaulted at least a dozen girls in the hallways of a high school.

The government described the suspect, 18-year-old Israel Christopher Flores Ortiz, as an illegal immigrant from El Salvador who entered the U.S. in 2024. He faces 13 counts and is being held in the county jail without bail.

The DOE posted on social media, “Virginia’s experiment with radical gender ideology, race-based admissions systems, far-Left indoctrination, and unlawful discrimination has inflicted immeasurable harm on our students.“

The school system said it welcomes the scrutiny. “We are grateful to our law enforcement partners and are continuing to work closely with them as their investigation into this matter moves forward.”

School Safety Legislation Signed

Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed legislation yesterday aimed at improving school safety. The new laws will give teachers more training to identify mental health concerns and provide additional support for at-risk students.

Each of the laws signed had passed the General Assembly with bipartisan support.

“Every Virginia parent deserves peace of mind knowing their kids are safe, supported, and set up for success—and that their school is prepared for any emergency,” Spanberger said.

The new laws will take effect on July 1, in time for the next school year.

Naked Prowler Seen Again

The naked burglar who is being sought in connection with a number of break-ins last month in Centreville has been caught on tape.

Home surveillance footage showed a slim black male approaching a home on Wednesday morning, wearing only sneakers. He attempted to enter the home through a sliding glass door but was unable to open it and eventually left.

The suspect appeared to have an article of clothing wrapped around his head at the time of the most recent burglary attempt.

Authorities suspect the same man targeted four area homes in March, but he does not appear to have stolen anything.

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➤ Statewide: Attorney General Jay Jones joined 24 of his colleagues from other states in challenging President Trump’s executive order to redefine birthright citizenship. (Details)

➤ Henrico County: The board of supervisors will vote this month on a nearly $2 billion budget for the next fiscal year, an increase of $65 million. The bulk of the increase—about 83%—would go to schools and first responders. (More)

➤ Harrisonburg: A federal court heard closing arguments this week in a civil lawsuit over whether Shenandoah County violated the rights of minority students by reinstating Confederate names at Stonewall Jackson High School and Ashby-Lee Elementary School. (Details)

➤ Bedford County: Authorities arrested 42-year-old Brian Scott Barlow and charged him with a felony after he allegedly made online threats to attack Jefferson Forest High School. (More)

➤ Northern Virginia: Police are seeking two crews of pickpockets who allegedly swiped gold jewelry from shoppers in Springfield and Chantilly. They warned residents to keep their distance if approached in a parking lot or a mall. (Details)

➤ Blacksburg: Amid the war in Iran, experts at the Virginia Tech National Security Institute are helping the U.S. Navy integrate advanced warfare systems. (More)

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➤ The University of Mary Washington men’s basketball team will face Emory on Sunday for the DIII championship. The squad is powered by five players from Prince William County. (More)

➤ Virginia Tech softball’s Emma Mazzarone repeated as ACC Pitcher of the Week, while Jordan Lynch was picked as the conference Player of the Week. The Hokies are hosting Clemson in a three-game series this weekend. (Details)

➤ Former Washington Mystics star Elena Delle Donne will be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2026. (Details)

➤ The Washington Nationals traded left-hander Jake Eder to the Dodgers for cash. (More)

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➤ Virginia Business and Best Companies Group honored more than 140 companies from across the Commonwealth for prioritizing workplace culture, employee experience, and leadership. (Details)

➤ Plaza Bakery in Virginia Beach closed after more than 60 years in business. (More)

➤ Roanoke’s Center in the Square is being recreated with a focus on money-making attractions. (Details)

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➤ Rocktown History joined the Virginia History Affiliates program, making it one of 24 groups that will collaborate in education and engagement, professional connection, collections and preservation, and sustainability. (Details)

➤ Virginia State Parks plans to hire more than 900 people this summer to serve as park rangers. (More)

➤ Pulaski County launched a program to give students early training in electric vehicle technology. (Details)

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Thursday’s Results:

Have you voted in the redistricting referendum? 

1. Not yet: 34%
2. Yes: 33%
3. No: 17%
4. Not voting: 16%

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