Government & Politics
Republican Party names Gerry Chandler as nominee for April 21 Alexandria City Council special election
Chandler will face Democrat Sandy Marks and independent Frank Fannon in a three-way race
Government & Politics
Chandler will face Democrat Sandy Marks and independent Frank Fannon in a three-way race
Publishers Note
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Government & Politics
Seven-term incumbent draws governor's backing with five Democratic challengers in the race ahead of June 16 primary
Newsletter
Braddock Road corridor improvements approved 7-0 after marathon hearing; city manager presents budget tonight; filing deadline is Friday for special election
Transportation
Protected bike lanes, parking removal backed 6-0 after 6-hour hearing with 66 speakers; opponents can appeal within 15 days
Public Safety
Monday's COG meeting confirmed the broad outlines of the response. A review of state agency websites shows what's happening on this side of the river.
Government & Politics
Deadline is Friday at 5 p.m.; independent candidates need 125 voter signatures to appear on the ballot
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All docket items passed unanimously at Saturday's public hearing
NWS spotter reports show higher totals in surrounding areas; city offices open on normal status
City planners to unveil draft corridor themes, gather public input on future of 3-mile stretch
Snow closes schools; Sandy Marks wins Democratic primary; Braddock Road hearing is tonight
District reverses earlier two-hour delay decision as storm intensifies
Merced man coerced two women to travel cross-country for prostitution while facing separate charges in $3 million jewelry theft
Trains were single tracking between Van Dorn Street/Huntington and Potomac Yard as crews responded to the incident, WMATA said.
Former Alexandria Democratic Committee chair and ACPS parent wins Democratic nomination in crowded five-way race
Tuesday's summit at United Way headquarters comes as Alexandria churches lead a growing national push to convert underutilized land into affordable housing
City deploys crews early Sunday as NWS forecast calls for 2 to 4 inches; broader regional watch puts potential accumulation at 5 or more
Recommendations address loss of 11,000 affordable units since 2000, but many strategies hinge on state approval and future funding
Alexandria braces for winter storm; up to 3 inches of snow possible Sunday night