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Congress approves new FBI headquarters possibly in Springfield; Accomack County schools reinstate two classic novels

Northern Virginia’s daily dose of local and national news for Thursday, Dec. 8.

Congress approved plans for a new FBI headquarters to replace its dilapidated D.C. location. Sites in Springfield as well as Greenbelt and Landover, Maryland, are being considered.
(The Washington Post)

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After Accomack County schools removed The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and To Kill a Mockingbird at the end of November due to racial slurs, the school board voted to reinstate the novels.
(WTOP)

Civil rights attorneys are threatening to challenge the National Park Service over its denial of permits for Inauguration Day protests.
(WTOP)

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Consultants recommended consolidating Taylor and Warrenton middle schools.
(Faquier Now)

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The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved rezoning surrounding the Wiehle-Reston East Metro station, which paves the way for Vornado Realty Trust to develop new resident, hotel, restaurant and retail space.
(RestonNow)

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