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Sunday parking meters, BPOL tax, and parking fines advance on first reading amid council skepticism
Mayor Gaskins and Councilman Chapman signal opposition to Sunday meters; all three ordinances head to Saturday public hearing as council leaves its options open
Sunday parking meters, BPOL tax, and parking fines advance on first reading amid council skepticism
Mayor Gaskins and Councilman Chapman signal opposition to Sunday meters; all three ordinances head to Saturday public hearing as council leaves its options open
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.
ALX Dog Walk returns to Old Town this Saturday
The fifth annual event closes registration Friday at 9 p.m. — military members attend free, students and groups receive discounts
Alexandria City High School brings 'Anastasia: The Musical' to the stage later this month
Titan Theatre's annual production runs five performances from April 24 through May 2
Alexandria's natural resources team hitting the community trail this spring with free events, nature challenge
City staff will host a series of meet-and-greets, outdoor activities, and a global nature documentation competition through the summer
Affordable housing waitlist opens next week for first units at Sansé
The development on Mount Vernon Avenue will begin accepting residents in August; a one-week application window opens at midnight April 20
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
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
DCANTER wine shop uncorks grand opening in Old Town
The Capitol Hill wine boutique opened Wednesday at 1101 King Street, with a public celebration planned for Saturday, April 4
Alexandria issues stop work order on Gustave Boulangerie's outdoor structure
City records show two years of stalled permit applications; Fire Marshal investigation also open
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
Five Alexandria restaurants named RAMMYS finalists
Matt & Tony's, Andy's Pizza, Call Your Mother, Oak Steakhouse and Bastille all advance to June competition
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.
Anthony Davis' long-term future with the Wizards isn't clear, but he likes the young core
Anthony Davis' long-term future with the Washington Wizards isn't clear, but the star at least knows he's committed to the franchise for one more season.
Nature puts heat on blast as scorching temperatures in eastern US could smash records
The Washington, D.C. area could see a high of 94 degrees on Wednesday.
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.
House approves aviation safety bill based on deadly midair collision near Washington
An aviation safety bill seeking to address lessons learned from last year’s midair collision of a jet with an Army helicopter near the nation’s capital was approved by the House Tuesday, but key senators and the families of the 67 victims think the bill still needs to be strengthened.
The Kennedy Center wants to show that the building really needs a renovation
The Kennedy Center's new leadership wants to prove to critics the building is damaged beyond simple repair. It's starting with Congress.
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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