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Alexandria residents weigh in on APD's public safety plan at community forum
Input on youth, technology and traffic will shape a department report expected in September
Alexandria residents weigh in on APD's public safety plan at community forum
Input on youth, technology and traffic will shape a department report expected in September
Alexandria police chiefs reflect on legacy, leadership at APD
Current and former chiefs gather to discuss the department's evolution — and the work still ahead
Alexandria Fire Department accepting applications for fall community academy
The free eight-to-10-week program gives residents a behind-the-scenes look at fire and EMS operations. The application deadline is Aug. 10. Class size is limited to 12.
On this day in 1774, Alexandria helped write the words that started a revolution
252 years ago today, George Washington and George Mason gathered at Market Square and approved the Fairfax Resolves — two years before the Declaration of Independence
Back to school is weeks away. Alexandria health officials say now is the time to schedule that appointment
With the first day of school Aug. 24, the Alexandria Health Department is urging families to book physicals and vaccines before appointment slots fill up.
'It's my last job': ACHS gets a principal who says he's here to stay
At his first community meeting, Michael Burch laid out his priorities for Virginia's largest high school — and told The Alexandria Brief he plans to finish his career here.
Alexandria School Board elects Christopher Harris as chair for the coming year
The board unanimously chose Harris, its District C representative and outgoing vice chair, to lead during a year that includes a superintendent search and transition. Alexander Crider Scioscia was elected vice chair.
ACPS seeks donations to fill 3,500 backpacks before the school year starts
Drop-off runs through Aug. 10 at Alexandria City High School
Mudhouse Coffee to open Alexandria location this month
The Charlottesville roastery opens its seventh location at 1119 King St.
Washington Spirit names Pupatella as official Neapolitan pizza partner
The Arlington-founded pizzeria, which has a location in Old Town North, will activate at matchdays, community events, and fan experiences across the DMV
Chord Bread & Bottle to hold soft opening Sunday in Bradlee Shopping Center
The new wine-and-sandwich shop is opening in the former UnWined space at 3690 King St.
Crooked Run secures building permit for Del Ray taproom, says opening is imminent
Co-founder Jake Endres says the biggest obstacle is behind them, with a 12-tap draught system installed and chicken tenders leading the food menu
Local leaders to discuss Alexandria's future at Gensler roundtable Thursday
The evening event at the rand office on North Royal Street includes a panel discussion and happy hour
Thousands of Alexandrians have already voted in the Aug. 4 primary — here's everything you need to know before the deadline
Early voting continues today at two locations. The registration and mail ballot deadlines are both July 24.
Warner warned Trump would use primetime address to undermine elections. After the speech, he said he was right
The Virginia senator told reporters Thursday morning the president would distort intelligence findings for political purposes. Hours later, he said that's exactly what happened.
Mayor Gaskins named to national network of rising Democratic leaders
She joins NewDEAL's 2026 class, selected from more than 2,200 nominations — the latest in a string of national recognitions for the city's mayor.
Alexandria residents weigh in on APD's public safety plan at community forum
Input on youth, technology and traffic will shape a department report expected in September
Alexandria police chiefs reflect on legacy, leadership at APD
Current and former chiefs gather to discuss the department's evolution — and the work still ahead
Alexandria Fire Department accepting applications for fall community academy
The free eight-to-10-week program gives residents a behind-the-scenes look at fire and EMS operations. The application deadline is Aug. 10. Class size is limited to 12.
Hazmat incident involving unknown white powder closes Duke Street for hours Monday morning
Alexandria Fire Department responded to an unknown white powder spill at 8:09 a.m. Duke Street fully reopened by 5:12 p.m. The cause remains under investigation.
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.
Publisher's Note: No one took the easy route
Nobody's ever happy with a budget. That's not the same as nobody trying.
Publisher's Note: What it really costs to cover Alexandria
Seven months in, an honest look at the numbers behind your community newsroom
Publisher's Note: Sometimes what's best for all of us isn't best for any one of us
The Braddock Road vote is settled. How a divided neighborhood lives with it is not.
March for democracy planned for anniversary of historic MLK-led 1963 Washington march
A large coalition led by the Rev. Al Sharpton and the family of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. will mark the anniversary of the historic March on Washington next month with a march for democracy.
Americans step out for their nation's 250th in a proud moment sown with division and doubt
Whether all the partying to come gives the nation a breather from disunity or aggravates it is an open question.
America 250 celebrations bring extraordinary security challenge to Washington
Federal law enforcement authorities are preparing for one of Washington, D.C.'s, largest and most complex security operations as the nation’s capital gears up to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the nation’s freedom.
Touring Trump's Washington: How the president is putting his imprint on the nation's capital
Since returning to office 17 months ago, Trump has demonstrated a continuing fixation with the District of Columbia.
Kiki Iriafen scores 23 points as Mystics snap Valkyries' 9-game winning streak with 90-82 victory
Kiki Iriafen had 23 points and 12 rebounds, Shakira Austin finished with 15 points and 15 rebounds, and the Washington Mystics rallied past Golden State for a 90-82 victory Monday night to snap the Valkyries' nine-game winning streak.
Chapparo, Young and Abrams homer in Nationals' 7-3 win over Rockies
Andrés Chaparro, Jacob Young and CJ Abrams homered to lead the Washington Nationals past the Colorado Rockies 7-3 on Monday night.
Rudd, Rodman score for the Spirit in 2-1 victory over the Legacy
Tara Rudd and Trinity Rodman scored for the Washington Spirit in a 2-1 victory over the Boston Legacy on Sunday in the first meeting between the teams.
Abrams and Crews hit back-to-back homers Nationals beat Athletics 5-2
CJ Abrams and Dylan Crews hit back-to-back homers in the fifth inning to send the Washington Nationals to a 5-2 victory over the Athletics on Sunday.
King Street work begins July 6 near Alexandria City High School
Project will add protected bike lane, expand bus stops and reconfigure lanes to improve safety for students
Parking meter rates, fines going up Wednesday in Alexandria
The changes, approved as part of the city's FY 2027 budget, mark the first increase to parking fines since 2007
VRE acquires Seminary Yard for $35.8 million
Purchase from state rail authority gives commuter rail service greater control over infrastructure as it prepares for expansion
Weekend overnight lane closures begin on I-395 north near Alexandria this weekend
VDOT bridge work spanning the Fairfax County–Alexandria line will close a single northbound lane on weekend nights through Aug. 9, skipping the July Fourth holiday
Zlatko Dalić, who led Croatia through its month in Alexandria, steps down as coach
Croatia's most successful coach is leaving after nearly nine years, three major medals, and one summer that made a Northern Virginia city his team's World Cup home.
Fox 5 to air live from Taqueria Picoso ahead of Croatia-Portugal watch party
Ahead of Croatia's Round of 32 match against Portugal on Thursday, the West End restaurant hosts a watch party — with Fox 5 DC planning live pre-game coverage. Fans are encouraged to arrive early.
As Croatia leaves Alexandria, its players say what they'll miss: the people, the place, the month
On their final morning in the city, Marin Pongračić and Nikola Vlašić reflected on the hotel and training-center staff, Episcopal's "crazy" facilities, and a month that ends Tuesday — as the team departs for its Round of 32 match against Portugal.
"Exposure that money can't buy": What hosting Croatia did for Alexandria
Visit Alexandria president Todd O'Leary says a month as Croatia's World Cup home gave the city global visibility it could never have afforded — and "rocket fuel" for its sports-tourism push. The full economic picture will come by year's end.
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What's happening in Alexandria this weekend: July 17-19
The World Cup final, the Aces at home, an Old Town pub crawl, and Stewart Copeland at The Birchmere
'It's my last job': ACHS gets a principal who says he's here to stay
At his first community meeting, Michael Burch laid out his priorities for Virginia's largest high school — and told The Alexandria Brief he plans to finish his career here.
A Black-owned horror and sci-fi bookstore is coming to Old Town this fall
Long Dark House is set to open at 1510 King St.
An Alexandria love story: Old Town North couple marks their engagement on the city's birthday
From a Rufus du Sol concert in Los Angeles to Claddagh rings from Galway, Jenn Meffert and Zach Quinn built their relationship one city at a time — and chose Alexandria to make it permanent.
Alexandria turns 277 with symphony, fireworks and a surprise rainstorm
Thousands pack Oronoco Bay Park for the city's annual birthday celebration
Crooked Run secures building permit for Del Ray taproom, says opening is imminent
Co-founder Jake Endres says the biggest obstacle is behind them, with a 12-tap draught system installed and chicken tenders leading the food menu