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Comment period on Dawes Avenue safety plan closes Wednesday
The city's concept for the corridor through NVCC would add bike lanes and change on-street parking; construction is anticipated in 2026 or 2027
On this day in Alexandria history: The night 200 mules stampeded through the city — and a soldier lost his clothes
On August 2, 1898, Alexandria had one of its more chaotic evenings — and the Spanish-American War was responsible for both incidents
Alexandria nonprofit brought a free chemistry lab to 14 neighborhoods this month
Chrysalis Development Group's Be a Chemist academy put 700 students in grades 2-8 through five days of hands-on experiments at community centers and rec facilities, at no cost to families
Alexandria police locate missing 13-year-old girl
Update: On August 2, the Alexandria Police Department reported that the missing girl has been located.
Jen Walker named Alexandria's 2026 Business Leader of the Year
The Del Ray real estate agent and Cinema Del Ray founder will be honored at the Chamber's Best in Business Awards in October
Samuel Tucker Elementary starts school today — weeks before the rest of Alexandria
The school's extended instructional calendar means 712 students begin the 2026-27 year this morning while the rest of ACPS waits until Aug. 24
ACPS urges families to register new students now ahead of the first day of school
A registration event is this Sunday, with office hours available every Monday through August 21
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.
Xi'an Famous Foods has closed its Alexandria kitchen
The Arlandria ghost kitchen broke company sales records after opening last year. Staff and equipment are shifting to a Clarendon storefront opening Aug. 7
Alexandria Restaurant Week returns August 14–23 with prix fixe menus at 75+ restaurants
Ten days, two weekends, and dishes from Old Town to Arlandria — plus two new participants this year
Fish Market and Pop's Old Fashioned Ice Cream Co. celebrate 50 years as Alexandria declares a city holiday
Mayor Alyia Gaskins issued an official proclamation Thursday naming July 23, 2026, Fish Market and Pop's Old Fashioned Ice Cream Co. Day
Fish Market and Pop's Old Fashioned Ice Cream celebrate 50 years in Old Town tonight
Mayor Alyia Gaskins will read an official city proclamation at the joint celebration, which begins at 5 p.m. at 105 King St.
Comment period on Dawes Avenue safety plan closes Wednesday
The city's concept for the corridor through NVCC would add bike lanes and change on-street parking; construction is anticipated in 2026 or 2027
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Virginia’s state primary
Plus: What Alexandria voters need to know
Virginia votes Tuesday: Everything you need to know about the 2026 primary elections
More than 30 candidates are competing in a statewide Republican U.S. Senate primary and congressional races across seven of Virginia’s 11 districts.
Warner says Iran war has cost Virginia households $605 at the pump, with grocery and farm costs climbing
Senator ties affordability squeeze to a five-month war of choice and tariffs, accuses the Pentagon of hiding more than 600 wounded, and says he wants details on the $22 billion plan to remake Dulles
Comment period on Dawes Avenue safety plan closes Wednesday
The city's concept for the corridor through NVCC would add bike lanes and change on-street parking; construction is anticipated in 2026 or 2027
Flash flood warning in effect for Alexandria until 7:45 p.m.
Up to 3 inches of rain have already fallen, with another 1 to 2.5 inches possible; a flood watch runs through midnight
King Street closed between Beauregard and Chesterfield after vehicle hits electrical pole
Downed wires over the roadway prompted the overnight closure, Alexandria police said
Alexandria police locate missing 13-year-old girl
Update: On August 2, the Alexandria Police Department reported that the missing girl has been located.
Justice Department moves to drop case against ex-Olympian charged with damaging Reflecting Pool
The Justice Department moved Friday to dismiss a criminal case charging a former Olympian with deliberately damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, saying evidence prosecutors had recently received refuted the idea that vandals were to blame.
Trump announces a $22.5 billion makeover of Dulles airport that will eliminate the 'people movers'
In place of the people movers, the airport will add a new U-shaped passenger train, a central walking tunnel and more moving walkways.
Virginia study on groundwater, data centers calls for tighter water regulations
Produced by environmental scientists, the report said regulators should have more authority to reject industrial water withdrawal permits, force entities to examine alternative sources of water and clamp down on users who might be using more water than they should be.
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.
Lia Godfrey scores in the Wave's 1-0 road victory over the Spirit
Lia Godfrey scored the lone goal as the San Diego Wave upset the Washington Spirit 1-0 on Sunday.
Yastrzemski and Olson hit home runs as Braves top slumping Nationals 4-2 to complete 4-game sweep
The Nationals have lost five straight, including being swept in a four-game series for the first time this season and the first time ever in Atlanta.
Baribo equalizes in 77th minute to help D.C. United draw Nashville SC 2-2
Tai Baribo equalized in the 77th minute to help D.C. United rally for a 2-2 draw against Nashville SC on Saturday.
Martín Pérez flirts with a no-hitter as Braves power past Nationals 8-3
The Nationals have lost four straight and are 55-57 two days before the trade deadline.
Comment period on Dawes Avenue safety plan closes Wednesday
The city's concept for the corridor through NVCC would add bike lanes and change on-street parking; construction is anticipated in 2026 or 2027
Alexandria opens EV charger program to churches and nonprofits
Plug In Alexandria's next round offers site assessments and grants up to $15,000, with applications due Sept. 21
Traffic and Parking Board goes beyond staff plan, votes to remove 20 parking spaces on Russell Road
Staff had recommended removing four spaces and adding two near Naomi Brooks Elementary. The board voted 5-2 for a larger removal and asked staff to return with parking options for school employees.
DASH bus service changes coming to Old Town North and citywide Aug. 9
Line 32 gets 30-minute frequency seven days a week; stops along N. Fairfax, Madison and Montgomery streets will be consolidated
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.
Editors’ Picks
Dog owner sues Your Dog's Best Friends, alleging facility concealed cause of death
Abigail died on a grooming table in July 2024. Her owner says he learned the truth from investigators 11 months later.
What's happening in Alexandria this weekend: July 31-August 2
The Friendship Firehouse Festival returns to South Alfred Street, Beats Bites and Brews comes to John Carlyle Square, and Saturday is the last day of early voting before the August 4 primary
Xi'an Famous Foods has closed its Alexandria kitchen
The Arlandria ghost kitchen broke company sales records after opening last year. Staff and equipment are shifting to a Clarendon storefront opening Aug. 7
Traffic and Parking Board goes beyond staff plan, votes to remove 20 parking spaces on Russell Road
Staff had recommended removing four spaces and adding two near Naomi Brooks Elementary. The board voted 5-2 for a larger removal and asked staff to return with parking options for school employees.
Alexandria Restaurant Week returns August 14–23 with prix fixe menus at 75+ restaurants
Ten days, two weekends, and dishes from Old Town to Arlandria — plus two new participants this year
The future of Alexandria: Mayor Gaskins and local leaders get candid on housing, jobs, and growth
Developers, nonprofit leaders and the mayor gather at rand* headquarters for a frank discussion on where Alexandria is headed