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2 additional dogs reported to have died after stay at Virginia PetSmart hotel already under investigation – WTOP News
Two additional dogs have died after stays at the same Virginia PetSmart boarding facility where a pet died a few weeks ago, according to animal investigators.
Two additional dogs have died after stays at the same Virginia PetSmart boarding facility where a pet died a few weeks ago, according to animal investigators.
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria said two dogs that stayed at the Potomac Yard PetSmart in June died just days apart. The two dogs experienced illnesses and died within a week of being boarded at the “PetsHotel,” the animal rescue organization said.
The pet owners came forward as the PetsHotel was already under investigation for the death of an Aussiedoodle. That complaint was filed on July 1.
All three dogs boarded at the PetsHotel during the same time frame, the animal welfare group said.
Animal investigators said the Aussiedoodle’s body is currently undergoing an autopsy, but the two pet owners that recently came forward both had their dogs cremated.
Since the first owner’s report, the animal services team has been visiting and inspecting the PetsHotel every two days.
PetSmart has been cooperating with the investigation and animal investigators have been interviewing employees about the incidents. The animal investigators have also requested several records from the PetSmart location.
PetSmart told WTOP’s news partner 7News in a statement that the death of the dogs may be due to underlying health conditions unrelated to the dogs’ stay at PetSmart.
Meanwhile, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria is urging pet owners to do “extensive research” when choosing an animal boarding facility. The group has shared a list of factors to consider, including the caretaker-to-animal ratio and how often kennels are cleaned.
“It is important to mention that animal boarding facilities, unlike animal shelters, are not subject to annual inspections by a state agency, and instead are only subject to inspection if a complaint is filed,” the organization said.
This is the first complaint the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria said it has investigated at the Potomac Yard PetSmart location.
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Players to watch in the 2026 Women’s NCAA March Madness Tournament
USAT’s Sam Cardona-Norberg and Meghan Hall give a few of their favorite players they will be keeping an eye on in the women’s March Madness tournament.
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The NCAA Women’s Tournament Sweet 16 round continues Saturday, March 28, with a matchup between No. 3-seed TCU and No. 10-seed Virginia at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California.
The game tips off at 4:30 p.m. PT (7:30 p.m. ET, ABC).
No. 3 TCU is fresh from a nail-biting victory against No. 6-seed Washington in a final score, 62-59, during the Women’s NCAA Tournament Round of 32 on March 22.
The Horned Frogs were led behind a near triple-double from senior guard Olivia Miles who posted 18 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists. Clara Silva chipped in with 16 points and eight rebounds for TCU. Taylor Bigby added 15.
No. 10 Virginia is still riding momentum from their second round upset, a win against No. 2-seed Iowa, 83-75, on March 23.
The Cavaliers were paced by junior guard Kymora Johnson, who posted a game-high 28 points. Johnson and senior guard Paris Clark provided the bulk of scoring for Virginia. Clark could hardly miss as she added 20, herself. She shot 70% from the field, including 3-of-4 from three.
No. 10 Virginia will take on No. 3 TCU in the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA women’s basketball tournament on Saturday, March 28. Here’s how to watch the Women’s March Madness action.
What time is the TCU vs. Virginia women’s Sweet 16 game?
- Date: Saturday, March 28
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. PT)
- Location: Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, California
The No. 3-seed TCU Horned Frogs will play the No. 10-seed Virginia Cavaliers in the NCAA Women’s Sweet 16 round at 7:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. PT) Saturday, March 28, at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California.
No. 10 Virginia vs. No. 3 TCU: TV, streaming
The women’s 2026 NCAA Tournament continues with Sweet 16 action Saturday as No. 3 TCU and No. 10 Virginia battle for a spot in the Elite Eight.
USA TODAY Sports’ college basketball experts have analyzed all the angles and determined a path to victory for each side. Here’s everything you need to know — including how to watch, betting odds and analysis — before the Sweet 16 matchup tips off.
Stay up to date with USA TODAY’s team of journalists covering the women’s NCAA Tournament throughout the 68-team dance.
TCU will win Sweet 16 game vs Virginia if…
- Mitchel Northam: Olivia Miles does Olivia Miles things and Marta Suarez has a good shooting night.
- Nancy Armour: Olivia Miles flirts with another triple-double.
- Meghan Hall: Olivia Miles keeps the ball moving for the Horned Frogs
- Heather Burns: It rebounds as a team and keeps Virginia from getting second chances.
- Cydney Henderson: The Horned Frogs can’t afford another slow start. Olivia Miles must get her teammates going early and often to stop a red-hot Virginia team. Taylor Bigby has been hot from the 3-point.
Virginia will win Sweet 16 game vs TCU if…
- Mitchel Northam: The Cavaliers have already beaten teams from the Big 12, SEC and Big Ten in the NCAA Tournament. If the Cavaliers continue to play with confidence and a nothing-to-lose mindset, they could be dangerous.
- Nancy Armour: It keeps playing like it knows it has house money.
- Meghan Hall: It can limit Olivia Miles and force TCU to beat it with anyone else
- Heather Burns: it can slow the pace and play within its offense.
- Cydney Henderson: Virginia’s defense fuels its offense and creating some more possessions will be paramount. Kymora Johnson will lead the way. Fatigue may be a factor as Virginia came through the First Four and played three overtime periods.
TCU vs Virginia: 1 Stat to watch
- Mitchel Northam: Virginia ranks 11th nationally in rebounding, third in blocked shots and 21st in 2-point defense. TCU will have to beat the Cavaliers from 3-point land.
- Nancy Armour: TCU has three players who average nine-plus points and 7.2 or more rebounds.
- Meghan Hall: An Olivia Miles triple-double is always a possibility.
- Heather Burns: Over/under 70 points: IF the game becomes a high scoring affair, that favors TCU.
- Cydney Henderson: Turnovers. Whichever team takes better care of the ball could come out victorious.
TCU vs Virginia Sweet 16 prediction
- Mitchel Northam: Virginia
- Nancy Armour: Virginia
- Meghan Hall: TCU
- Heather Burns: Virginia
- Cydney Henderson: TCU
3 TCU vs 10 Virginia odds
- Opening Moneyline: TCU (-500), Virginia (+380)
- Opening Spread: TCU (-9.5)
- Opening Total: 130.5
How to Watch TCU vs Virginia in the Sweet 16
No. 3 TCU takes on No. 10 Virginia at Golden 1 Center on March 28 at 7:30 PM The game is airing on ESPN.
Stream March Madness on Fubo
2026 Women’s NCAA Tournament full schedule
- March 18-19: First Four
- March 20-21: First Round
- March 22-23: Second Round
- March 27-28: Sweet 16
- March 29-30: Elite 8
- April 3: Final Four
- April 5: National Championship
Vape shops in Virginia that sell tobacco products to underage buyers could soon face real consequences after years in a legal gray area.
March 27, 2026 | Del. Patrick Hope speaks to WTOP’s Nick Ianelli on new legislation that would shut down vape shops that repeatedly sell products to underage buyers.
Vape shops in Virginia that sell tobacco products to underage buyers could soon face real consequences after years in a legal gray area.
Del. Patrick Hope of Northern Virginia told WTOP he hears from parents often that their children know which vape shops will sell to them — even though the law prohibits the sale of tobacco or vape products to anyone under 21.
“I’ve heard from parents and I know we’ve seen the proliferation of these vape shops. These liquid nicotine products have flooded our markets in recent years and there hasn’t been sufficient oversight or regulatory measures in place. And oftentimes these products are making their way in the hands of underage buyers,” Hope said.
A new bill passed by the General Assembly would set up an enforcement system targeting vape shops that repeatedly sell to people under 21. Hope said that if those shops continue to break the law, the state will shut them down.
Hope said a major problem has been a lack of information. “We just haven’t known who they are. Last year, we passed a law that required these vape shops to register with the Department of Tax, and only 52 actually sent in their registration.”
“We believe that there are close to 10,000 vape shops in the state and we want to make sure that we pull them under this regulatory scheme,” Hope added.
The bill directs the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority, which already enforces alcohol sales laws, to hire inspectors for vape and tobacco shops. Once the bill is signed, Hope said he expects a quick rollout.
“Typically, bills in the General Assembly go into effect July of the year that they’re passed. We’ll have an educational program for a few months, but I would think that we would be operational probably by October. … I think they’ll be doing underage programs probably within the end of this year,” Hope said.
Hope said the legislation earned broad support in the Virginia General Assembly.
The bill now heads to Spanberger for her signature.
Thursday, Fairfax County police said a major drug investigation targeted multiple vape shops, including a dozen Tobacco King vape shops, that are accused of selling illegal items, ranging from drugs to synthetic urine, and laundering money.
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