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Warner says Trump's last-minute cancellation of housing-bill signing hurts Virginians
The senator also faulted the Iran deal and warned that the new intelligence chief is a "national security threat" in his Thursday availability
What's happening in Alexandria this weekend: June 26-28
The 9th Annual Alexandria Pride fills John Carlyle Square on Saturday, Croatia plays Ghana in Philadelphia in a do-or-die World Cup match, the Aces play four games across three days, and three farmers markets and an arts and crafts fair fill out the rest of the weekend
Publisher's Note: Punching above our weight
A World Cup team made Alexandria home for a month. As Croatia prepares to leave, here's a case for making the friendship last — starting with a fifth sister city.
Mayor Gaskins launches "Art in Every Space" pilot this summer, connecting local artists with Alexandria businesses
Two launch events next month will kick off the initiative at Corcoran McEnearney and AV Actions
The Dog Store may stay on Mount Vernon Avenue a little longer
A June 24 letter from owner Paul Haire says negotiations may allow the business to stay past its announced closing date
Warner says Trump's last-minute cancellation of housing-bill signing hurts Virginians
The senator also faulted the Iran deal and warned that the new intelligence chief is a "national security threat" in his Thursday availability
Alexandria Fire Department reports lower attrition, higher morale in annual council update
Chief Felipe Hernandez Jr. tells council the department is eyeing a top-1% national rating by 2028 and credits a shorter work week with improving retention
City Council votes to create a joint committee on school board election reform
The ad hoc body will study staggered terms, board size and composition, with a report due November 10 — but the 6-1 vote exposed deep skepticism about whether any of it will move the needle for students
Three months in, Fresh Start Initiative clears back rent for 318 ARHA households; 62% have stayed current
The privately funded effort the mayor launched in March to keep public-housing families from eviction raised more than $1.2 million and cleared 318 households' balances.
Alexandria police release body cam footage from fatal May 18 Canterbury Square officer-involved shooting
Chief McGuire identifies victim as Emily Ramirez, 27; suspect as Hector Amaya, 38; officers remain on administrative assignment as three parallel investigations continue — including one by the city's independent policing auditor
Alexandria Fire Department reports lower attrition, higher morale in annual council update
Chief Felipe Hernandez Jr. tells council the department is eyeing a top-1% national rating by 2028 and credits a shorter work week with improving retention
Alexandria man with prior Potomac Mills shooting conviction sentenced to four years for possessing machinegun
An ATF investigation found Jackson, who crashed into multiple vehicles while fleeing a state trooper on I-95, had a handgun modified for fully automatic fire
Power restored to most of Alexandria after Monday storms; more rain expected Tuesday
Severe thunderstorms knocked out power to nearly 7,900 city customers at the peak; most were back on by early Tuesday, with more showers and storms in the forecast
Superintendent Kay-Wyatt is on leave, school board chair says, citing 'a matter that arose unexpectedly'
In a message to families and staff, Board Chair Michelle Rief said board-approved designees will run the division and asked the community to respect Dr. Kay-Wyatt's privacy. ACPS did not specify the reason for the leave or its expected length.
City Council votes to create a joint committee on school board election reform
The ad hoc body will study staggered terms, board size and composition, with a report due November 10 — but the 6-1 vote exposed deep skepticism about whether any of it will move the needle for students
As Kay-Wyatt's final months begin, a look back at a consequential year for ACPS
The superintendent retires Oct. 1 after a year defined by the division's first collective bargaining process, a bruising budget fight, and a leadership transition still underway. The Alexandria Brief sent her office questions to reflect on it; ACPS later said the email never reached the division.
School board member defends central office staff amid pressure to cut administrators
During a presentation on community partnerships, Tim Beaty said it "burns" him to hear residents argue the central office should be cut — pointing to the staff who secure millions in federal grants.
Publisher's Note: Punching above our weight
A World Cup team made Alexandria home for a month. As Croatia prepares to leave, here's a case for making the friendship last — starting with a fifth sister city.
Wizards move up in 2nd round to select Okpara after making Dybantsa the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft
The Washington Wizards moved up in the second round to draft Tennessee forward Felix Okpara on Wednesday night, one night after making BYU forward AJ Dybantsa the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft.
Natasha Howard and Olivia Miles lead Lynx to 78-76 win over Mystics
Natasha Howard had 21 points and a season-high 15 rebounds, Olivia Miles scored 10 of her 21 points in the fourth quarter, and the Minnesota Lynx rallied from a 12-point deficit Wednesday night to beat the Washington Mystics 78-76.
Derek Hill hits 2-out, 2-run pinch homer in 9th to lift the Phillies past the Nationals, 5-4
Derek Hill hit a two-out, two-run pinch home run in the ninth inning to lift the Philadelphia Phillies past the Washington Nationals, 5-4 on Wednesday night.
Alexandria's Housing 2040 clears its public hearing; final adoption set for June 23
Council approved the plan June 13 after a 7-0 Planning Commission recommendation, with the blueprint headed to the Legislative Meeting for adoption — but new targets, key studies and most legislative wins still lie ahead
Alexandria City Council unanimously approves first phase of Potomac River Generating Station redevelopment, $135 million financing package
Council clears HRP Group's Phase I permits and tax increment financing for the long-shuttered Old Town North coal plant site; groundbreaking anticipated in 2027
An inside look at the 12-story underground station about to clean up Alexandria's waterways
With days to go before a July 1 deadline, AlexRenew gave The Alexandria Brief a tour of the underground pumping station at the heart of RiverRenew, the largest infrastructure project in the city's history.
City Council takes up power plant financing, hears police plan ahead of Saturday votes
City Manager's team walked council through the $135 million PRGS term sheet Tuesday with no vote taken. Approving the term sheet, Phase I land-use approvals and final passage of the FY2027 budget come Saturday, June 13; the Community Development Authority is a separate step, coming in the fall.
Finn & Fire to open on Thursday in Old Town
A new seafood and steak restaurant is set to open its doors in Old Town.
Little Birdie opens in Del Ray, drawing officials and a caviar-topped chicken menu
Officials joined the Del Ray Business Association to welcome the chicken-focused spinoff from the Matt & Tony's team
Hard Times Cafe closes King Street location for a remodel
The King Street chili parlor that launched a regional chain in 1980 plans to reopen in the fall; the chain's other locations remain open
Van Leeuwen ice cream opens on King Street on Thursday with $1 scoops
The New York-based chain's first Alexandria shop debuts June 18 at 400 King St., next to the recently opened Life Alive cafe.
DASH breaks ground on region's first on-route electric bus charger at former Landmark Mall site
A $1 million federal earmark secured by Congressman Don Beyer funds the overhead charging system at the West Alexandria Transit Center
Lawmakers weigh merging Northern Virginia transit agencies to cut costs
The outcome of the study could reshape transit for four agencies — DASH Alexandria Transit, Fairfax Connector, ART Arlington Transit, and CUE Fairfax City — by identifying potential efficiencies and improvements through consolidation.
King Street to close again June 18-24 for VRE bridge replacement work
Drivers will be detoured to Duke Street as the Virginia Railway Express continues its multi-year overhaul of Alexandria Union Station
Alexandria begins work to improve pedestrian safety on South Patrick Street
The $4.28 million median project aims to connect neighborhoods divided by Route 1
Brandon Aiyuk says he will sign with the Commanders if the 49ers grant his wish for a release
Disgruntled receiver Brandon Aiyuk said he would sign immediately with the Washington Commanders if the San Francisco 49ers grant his wish and release him.
Sabres agree to send Alex Tuch to the Capitals as part of sign-and-trade deal, AP source says
The Buffalo Sabres have agreed to a sign-and-trade deal in sending veteran forward Alex Tuch to the Washington Capitals, a person with knowledge of the move told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
Phillies score 8 runs in the ninth inning and rally past the Nationals 14-9
Bryson Stott's three-run homer highlighted Philadelphia's eight-run outburst in the ninth inning and the Phillies rallied to beat the Washington Nationals 14-9 on Tuesday night.
After a difficult rebuild, the Wizards have new hope after adding Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick
It has been nearly a half-century since Washington was a real championship contender in the NBA.
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What's happening in Alexandria this weekend: June 26-28
The 9th Annual Alexandria Pride fills John Carlyle Square on Saturday, Croatia plays Ghana in Philadelphia in a do-or-die World Cup match, the Aces play four games across three days, and three farmers markets and an arts and crafts fair fill out the rest of the weekend
Dalić calls Alexandria "beautiful" and "peaceful" as Croatia readies for decisive Ghana match
The coach offered an unqualified endorsement of the team's monthlong base as Croatia prepares to leave the city for a decisive World Cup finale against Ghana.
Two World Cup teams called Alexandria home in June. Now they meet in Philadelphia, with it all on the line
The Black Stars and the Vatreni both spent time based in the Alexandria area before the World Cup. On Saturday in Philadelphia, they meet in a Group L finale that could decide who advances — and who goes home.