Republican Party names Gerry Chandler as nominee for April 21 Alexandria City Council special election
Chandler will face Democrat Sandy Marks and independent Frank Fannon in a three-way race
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Spanberger endorses Beyer as primary field takes shape in Virginia's 8th
Seven-term incumbent draws governor's backing with five Democratic challengers in the race ahead of June 16 primary
The Alexandria Brief: Tuesday, Feb. 24
Braddock Road corridor improvements approved 7-0 after marathon hearing; city manager presents budget tonight; filing deadline is Friday for special election
Traffic and Parking Board unanimously approves Braddock Road corridor improvements
Protected bike lanes, parking removal backed 6-0 after 6-hour hearing with 66 speakers; opponents can appeal within 15 days
Regional officials briefed on Potomac sewage crisis. The Virginia data tells a more specific story for Alexandria.
Monday's COG meeting confirmed the broad outlines of the response. A review of state agency websites shows what's happening on this side of the river.
Filing deadline is Friday for April 21 Alexandria City Council special election
Deadline is Friday at 5 p.m.; independent candidates need 125 voter signatures to appear on the ballot
City Council approves Torpedo Factory franchise ordinance, Duke & Quaker townhomes, and curbside EV charging program
All docket items passed unanimously at Saturday's public hearing
Storm brings 1.7 to 2.3 inches of snow to Alexandria; roads mostly clear
NWS spotter reports show higher totals in surrounding areas; city offices open on normal status
Alexandria planners to host fifth Duke Street land use meeting Wednesday
City planners to unveil draft corridor themes, gather public input on future of 3-mile stretch
The Alexandria Brief: Monday, Feb. 23
Snow closes schools; Sandy Marks wins Democratic primary; Braddock Road hearing is tonight
ACPS cancels in-person school Monday; shifts to virtual learning amid winter storm
District reverses earlier two-hour delay decision as storm intensifies
Public Safety
California man sentenced to 9 years in prison for sex trafficking in Alexandria
Merced man coerced two women to travel cross-country for prostitution while facing separate charges in $3 million jewelry theft
Public Safety
Blue, Yellow line trains delayed after person struck at Braddock Road station
Trains were single tracking between Van Dorn Street/Huntington and Potomac Yard as crews responded to the incident, WMATA said.
Government & Politics
Sandy Marks wins Democratic nomination for Alexandria City Council
Former Alexandria Democratic Committee chair and ACPS parent wins Democratic nomination in crowded five-way race
Development
National leaders to gather in Alexandria for faith-based housing summit
Tuesday's summit at United Way headquarters comes as Alexandria churches lead a growing national push to convert underutilized land into affordable housing
Public Safety
Winter Storm Watch issued for Alexandria; heavy snow possible Sunday night into Monday
City deploys crews early Sunday as NWS forecast calls for 2 to 4 inches; broader regional watch puts potential accumulation at 5 or more
Development
Alexandria releases Housing 2040 blueprint with 10 goals, calling for zoning reforms, stronger tenant protections, and new tools to stem displacement
Recommendations address loss of 11,000 affordable units since 2000, but many strategies hinge on state approval and future funding
Public Safety
1 to 3 inches of snow possible Sunday night as Alexandria braces for winter storm
Alexandria braces for winter storm; up to 3 inches of snow possible Sunday night
Government & Politics
Alexandria city manager to kick off FY 2027 budget season, discuss property assessments Tuesday
Public hearings and work sessions run through April; council also to make contested housing authority appointments
Public Safety
Personal attacks emerge in Braddock Road public comments ahead of Monday hearing
Del Ray Cafe owners call city planner 'an embarrassment,' dismiss Traffic & Parking Board as 'useless cheerleaders'
Government & Politics
Where the five Democratic candidates stand on the issues — in their own words
A review of positions across questionnaires, voter guides, interviews, candidate websites, and three candidate forums ahead of Saturday's firehouse primary
Transportation
Alexandria to host community meeting on I-395 ramp project tied to Inova hospital development
Nearly $12 million in improvements to the Duke Street interchange will support emergency access to the planned hospital complex at the former Landmark Mall site
Public Safety
Potomac River water advisory remains in effect with no end date; Virginia testing water for bacteria
Alexandria health officials say no uptick in gastrointestinal illnesses observed locally