• Governor Spanberger vetoes marijuana marketplace bill. Virginia will not launch a legal retail cannabis market this year. Spanberger blocked the proposal, calling it flawed. Full story

• Virginia Supreme Court takes up Arlington's Missing Middle case. The high court will review the lawsuit over Arlington's zoning changes for denser housing. The outcome could reshape local development rules. Read more

• Vienna Town Council passes budget with a small property tax cut. Residents will see a modest reduction in property tax rates, but higher water and sewer fees will offset some savings. Details here

• Arlington leaders weigh impact of new 'Faith in Housing' law. The state now makes it easier for non-profits, including religious groups, to build affordable housing. Local officials are still sorting out how much control they retain over these projects. More info

• Metro fare evasion crackdown sparks union backlash. Metro's push to curb fare dodging has unions raising alarms about worker safety. The debate is heating up as enforcement ramps. Get the details

• Fatal motorcycle crash shuts down Route 29. A motorcyclist died in a collision with a tractor-trailer near Fair Lakes. Police closed the road for hours during investigation and cleanup. See coverage

• Arlington firefighters rescue dog from storm drain. Crews pulled Rocky the dog to safety after he got trapped in a Pentagon City storm drain. The pup is back with his owner. See the rescue

• Night work and lane closures hit Route 7/690 interchange. Loudoun County crews will work overnight starting June 1, causing delays near the busy intersection. Plan for detours if you drive through the area. Project update

• Southern brunch chain Another Broken Egg eyes Fairfax opening. The restaurant is preparing to launch at University Mall, bringing biscuits and beignets to the city. Sneak peek

• Arlington theaters scored seven Helen Hayes Awards this week, including a win for a Yorktown High alum. More here
• A closed Leesburg car wash is coming back to life. Details
• Michael Kors opens a new men's shop in Leesburg. Read more
• Another Broken Egg is also moving closer to opening in Ashburn. Update

NoVA is in the thick of budget season and legal fights. Local leaders are making moves, but the region is restless. Everyone is waiting to see who gets the final say.

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