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What's happening in Alexandria this weekend: April 17-19
ALX Dog Walk, Historic Garden Week Old Town Alexandria Tour, and much more
Warner warns of mounting toll on Virginians from Iran war, economic fallout
Senator addresses Fairfax deaths, Fed independence and Virginia Tech anniversary in remote availability with state media
Sen. Bennett-Parker's bill that modernizes Virginia restaurant liquor regulations signed by governor
Gov. Spanberger signs HB975, replacing the state's 38-year-old food-to-alcohol ratio with a tiered system Alexandria restaurants had long sought
Justice Jackson chides Supreme Court conservatives over 'oblivious' pro-Trump emergency orders
The court's newest justice, Jackson delivered a lengthy assessment of roughly two dozen court orders issued last year that allowed President Donald Trump to put in place controversial policies.
Spanberger acts on immigration bills, seeks changes to ICE-related measures
Governor defends rollback of ICE agreements, pushes back on “sanctuary” claims as lawmakers prepare to revisit amendments.
What's happening in Alexandria this weekend: April 17-19
ALX Dog Walk, Historic Garden Week Old Town Alexandria Tour, and much more
Historic Lyceum kicks off spring concert series with Irish traditional music tonight
Two performances — tonight and May 1 — bring world-class folk artists to Old Town's most storied stage
Renting still beats buying in D.C. area, but the gap is closing fast
Alexandria-area residents could see homeownership become the more affordable option within three years as falling buying costs outpace rent declines
Gadsby's Tavern Museum Society hosts Spring Fling fundraiser this Saturday
Annual event raises money for endowment and junior docent program as Alexandria marks 250 years of American independence
Some Alexandria parents want to reform the school board. Some members of that board have wanted the same — for years.
A new petition and an old effort are pointing in the same direction. But the process required to actually change anything runs through Richmond, not city hall.
Two Alexandria City High School seniors land $40,000 Amazon scholarships and guaranteed internships
Mohammad Elyas Noorzai and Zhi McMillan were surprised in front of their classmates Friday at the Minnie Howard Campus in a moment that drew tears, cheers and parent's pride
ACPS School Board discusses police-in-schools agreement as public hearing approaches
Board members raise questions about mandatory reporting and felony language in draft SRO agreement as the long-awaited document heads to public hearing next week
School Board to hold closed hearing on a 'student matter' on April 16
The session, which is scheduled for four hours, is closed to the public under federal student privacy law
Potomac River named America's most endangered river of 2026
Data center expansion and a historic sewage spill deliver a 'one-two punch' to the region's drinking water, advocates warn
Era of political violence means higher costs for candidate security, a new report says
It comes after a grim roll call of political violence over the past decade. That includes the 2017 shooting at a Republican congressional baseball team practice in Alexandria, Virginia.
Suspect flees I-495 pursuit on foot through Alexandria, boards Metro before arrest at L'Enfant Plaza
Virginia State Police trooper struck by vehicle on interstate during chase; Gregory Newton, 57, of Springfield faces multiple charges
Pedestrian struck at Braddock Road intersection amid debate over corridor safety
Driver cited for failure to pay full time attention; intersection closed for two hours on Saturday during investigation
VRE schedules virtual meeting on Alexandria Union Station construction impacts
Residents can tune in April 21 to learn about upcoming weekend road closures and bridge replacement work near King Street and Commonwealth Avenue
Transportation commission takes up GO Alex plan, Braddock Road Metro development and more Wednesday
The panel meets at 7:45 p.m. — note the later-than-usual start time — in person and on Zoom.
Major regional transportation survey launches across DMV, seeking input from 300,000 households
First such survey since 2017-18 will shape future road, transit and bike investments across the Washington region
Pedestrian struck at Braddock Road intersection amid debate over corridor safety
Driver cited for failure to pay full time attention; intersection closed for two hours on Saturday during investigation
National pet care chain to take over South Peyton Street dog daycare, expand Olde Towne Pet Resorts brand
Bentonville-based Pet Resort Hospitality Group proposes longer hours, larger capacity at Old Town Alexandria facility
Sen. Bennett-Parker's bill that modernizes Virginia restaurant liquor regulations signed by governor
Gov. Spanberger signs HB975, replacing the state's 38-year-old food-to-alcohol ratio with a tiered system Alexandria restaurants had long sought
Five Alexandria restaurants named RAMMYS finalists
Matt & Tony's, Andy's Pizza, Call Your Mother, Oak Steakhouse and Bastille all advance to June competition
Former UnWined space in Bradlee Shopping Center to become Chord Bread & Bottle
Owner Scott Shirley says the sandwich and wine shop, a sister to Slater's Market and Union Sandwich Co., is about six weeks from opening
Sen. Bennett-Parker's bill that modernizes Virginia restaurant liquor regulations signed by governor
Gov. Spanberger signs HB975, replacing the state's 38-year-old food-to-alcohol ratio with a tiered system Alexandria restaurants had long sought
Report: Talkin' Tacos among three restaurants signing leases at Alexandria's Oakville Triangle
The South Florida taco chain will be joined by Japanese restaurant Waraku and ramen shop Mensho at the Richmond Highway development, according to the Washington Business Journal.
Construction underway at former Big Wheel Bikes site as Waterfront Taco Factory takes shape in Old Town
The distinctive yellow building at 2 Prince St. is boarded up as the long-anticipated waterfront taco restaurant moves from permit to job site
Three Alexandria seasonal spots mark return of rooftop and waterfront bar season
Catboat Pizza Bar and Good Fortune set to reopen this month; Pier Bar already back
Carmen Mlodzinski tosses 6 dominant innings as the Pirates top the Nationals 2-0
Carmen Mlodzinski allowed two hits over a career-high six innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Washington Nationals 2-0 on Wednesday night.
CJ Abrams has a home run in a three-hit game to lead the Nationals over the Pirates 5-4
CJ Abrams went 3 for 4 with a home run, a double and two RBIs as the Washington Nationals held off the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-4 on Tuesday night.
Ovechkin gets assist in what could be his final game as the Capitals defeat the Blue Jackets 2-1
Alex Ovechkin had an assist on the go-ahead goal in what perhaps will be the final game of his record-breaking career and the Washington Capitals defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1 on Tuesday night in the season finale for both teams.
Paul Skenes and Brandon Lowe lead Pirates to 16-5 rout against Nationals
Paul Skenes allowed one hit in six strong innings and Brandon Lowe homered for the third time in two games, driving in five runs as the Pittsburgh Pirates steamrolled the Washington Nationals 16-5 to begin a four-game series Monday night.
Warner warns of mounting toll on Virginians from Iran war, economic fallout
Senator addresses Fairfax deaths, Fed independence and Virginia Tech anniversary in remote availability with state media
Justin Fairfax, who nearly became Virginia governor, killed his wife and himself, police say
Fairfax, 47, and his wife, Dr. Cerina Fairfax, 49, were found dead in their home in the Washington, D.C., suburb of Annandale after their teenage son called 911 shortly after midnight, Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis said.
Renting still beats buying in D.C. area, but the gap is closing fast
Alexandria-area residents could see homeownership become the more affordable option within three years as falling buying costs outpace rent declines
Federal agency approves concept for Trump's plan for a Triumphal Arch in Washington
President Donald Trump’s design for the Triumphal Arch he wants built at an entrance to the nation's capital moved a step forward Thursday after a key agency reviewed the proposal for the first time.
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Inside the finances of Alexandria's April 21 City Council race
Fannon heads into Election Day with a 5-to-1 cash advantage over Marks — but the filings reveal as much about each candidate's coalition as their bank account
Alexandria resident Olivia Troye enters crowded race for Virginia's new 7th Congressional District
She joins a nine-candidate Democratic field where incumbent Eugene Vindman has already raised more than $7 million — but the district itself won't exist unless Alexandria votes yes on April 21
Some Alexandria parents want to reform the school board. Some members of that board have wanted the same — for years.
A new petition and an old effort are pointing in the same direction. But the process required to actually change anything runs through Richmond, not city hall.
From Del Ray to Old Town, Alexandria spent the weekend talking about local news.
Bloom Labs and student journalists from Theogony spent the weekend connecting neighbors with the outlets covering their city — and letting the community speak for itself.
Spanberger vetoes skill games bill, drawing praise from Councilman Aguirre who warned of predatory practices
Aguirre, who opposed the legislation on behalf of the city, says the machines target lower-income neighborhoods and trap small business owners
Two Alexandria City High School seniors land $40,000 Amazon scholarships and guaranteed internships
Mohammad Elyas Noorzai and Zhi McMillan were surprised in front of their classmates Friday at the Minnie Howard Campus in a moment that drew tears, cheers and parent's pride