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Alexandria police seek help locating missing 13-year-old girl
Ashley Bustillo Cisnado was last seen Thursday in the 700 block of Four Mile Road
Alexandria police seek help locating missing 13-year-old girl
Ashley Bustillo Cisnado was last seen Thursday in the 700 block of Four Mile Road
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
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
On this day in Alexandria history: In 1909, Orville Wright flew a biplane to Shuter's Hill — and changed military history
The high bluff overlooking King Street where Orville Wright turned his biplane around has been a landmark for 5,000 years — and is still there today
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.
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
How 8th Congressional District Democratic primary reflects party’s shifting identity and priorities
Four Democrats are vying to unseat six-term U.S. Rep. Don Beyer in a primary contest that analysts say could foreshadow how voters will react in this fall’s midterm election and future races.
Alexandria City Council unanimously approves reopening Tucker investigation
The unanimous vote during a special summer session clears the path for the independent auditor to dig deeper into last year's in-custody death
Virginia voters could gain a bigger voice in choosing the 2028 presidential nominees
An earlier primary would bring candidates, campaign spending and national attention to the commonwealth while giving both Democrats and Republicans greater influence before Super Tuesday.
Alexandria police seek help locating missing 13-year-old girl
Ashley Bustillo Cisnado was last seen Thursday in the 700 block of Four Mile Road
Alexandria City Council unanimously approves reopening Tucker investigation
The unanimous vote during a special summer session clears the path for the independent auditor to dig deeper into last year's in-custody death
Two men sentenced to 40 and 16 years in 2022 Alexandria hotel sexual assault
Ja'Real Wilkins and Tysheem Boykins were convicted by juries in separate trials; both will be on supervised probation for life
Alexandria sets National Night Out record with 54 locations
The city confirmed the record Tuesday. New this year: a community dog walk with Police Chief Tarrick McGuire through Del Ray
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.
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.
Braves overcome 3-run deficit to beat the Nationals 5-4
Ronald Acuña Jr. and Mike Yastrzemski homered and the Atlanta Braves overcame a three-run deficit to beat the Washington Nationals 5-4 on Thursday night.
Rodman scores in the Spirit's 1-0 victory over the Royals
Trinity Rodman scored her eighth goal of the season in the Washington Spirit's 1-0 victory over the Utah Royals on Wednesday night.
Commanders emphasize competition in training camp with a crucial season ahead
The Commanders changed offensive and defensive coordinators and were active in free agency — signing nearly a dozen new players, highlighted by edge rusher Odafe Oweh, linebacker Leo Chenal and tight end Chigoziem Okonkwo.
Yesavage throws 6 2/3 innings, Okamoto has three hits in Blue Jays' 5-2 win over Nationals
Washington threatened to take the lead after loading the bases with one out in the eighth, but Louis Varland entered and worked out of the jam with a groundout, strikeout and flyout.
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
Traffic and Parking Board to weigh revised Russell Road safety plan Monday after community feedback reshaped proposal
After 170 comments and community feedback on parking, staff recommend a net loss of two parking spaces near Naomi Brooks Elementary
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.
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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