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Sandy Marks wins Democratic nomination for Alexandria City Council
National leaders to gather in Alexandria for faith-based housing summit
Winter Storm Watch issued for Alexandria; heavy snow possible Sunday night into Monday
1 to 3 inches of snow possible Sunday night as Alexandria braces for winter storm
Alexandria city manager to kick off FY 2027 budget season, discuss property assessments Tuesday
Personal attacks emerge in Braddock Road public comments ahead of Monday hearing
Where the five Democratic candidates stand on the issues — in their own words
Alexandria to host community meeting on I-395 ramp project tied to Inova hospital development
Potomac River water advisory remains in effect with no end date; Virginia testing water for bacteria
ACPS reports sharp decline in fights, assaults; vaping an ongoing concern
The Alexandria Brief: Friday, Feb. 20
School Board adopts $408M budget
Fire displaces 140 residents at Key Towers apartment complex
Measles exposure reported at Alexandria office building as Virginia cases reach 10
Can a museum visit make you a better citizen? Alexandria thinks its data has an answer
Pro-housing group ranks council candidates ahead of Saturday primary
Tourism officials flag economic headwinds, shifting traveler habits as Alexandria enters 2026
Visit Alexandria unveils 'Unlock Your Story' marketing campaign at annual industry event
What's happening in Alexandria this weekend: Feb. 20-22
Publisher's note: Understanding the Braddock Road corridor improvements project
Community Lodgings secures $2.5M state award to advance Elbert Ave. affordable housing development
The Alexandria Brief: Thursday, Feb. 19
Alexandria man among three sentenced in Washington-area airbag theft ring
Firehouse Primary Interviews — A conversation with Cesar Madison Tapia
Whiskey & Oyster to close Feb. 28, ending five-year run
Mayor pushes back on claims of unified opposition or support for Braddock Road bike lanes
ACPS School Board to vote on FY 2027 budget Thursday
Alexandria lands $2.17 million in federal funds for school crossing safety upgrades
Chamber ALX's Chair's Reception returns Feb. 27 at Aslin Beer Co.
State board seats open to Virginia residents amid new administration
Firehouse Primary Interviews — A conversation with Charles Sumpter
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Wednesday, Feb. 18
School Board signals support for Latin program, healthcare cost shift stays in budget
Del Ray Chili Cook Off returns Feb. 28 to support Mount Vernon school pantry
City Manager to present FY 2027 budget next week
Nominations open for Alexandria's 2026 Ellen Pickering Environmental Excellence Award
Firehouse Primary Interviews — A conversation with Tim Laderach
Firehouse Primary Interviews — A conversation with Sandy Marks
Lost Boy Cider founder feels the squeeze as tariff costs mount
Alexandria seeks applicants to fill roughly 75 vacancies across 33 boards and commissions
Opposition signs, flyers appear on Braddock Road ahead of Feb. 23 hearing
Council candidates back Zoning for Housing, call for Phase 2
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Tuesday, February 17
The Alexandria Brief — PM | Monday, Feb. 16
The Alexandria Brief and Liberally Social Podcast team up to interview Council candidates this week
Former Councilman Fannon announces independent bid for McPike's seat
Democrats add online voting option for Feb. 21 council primary
Alexandria health officials warn residents to avoid Potomac River after sewage spills
Del Ray Hardware wins 2026 Heart of Del Ray Award
Eight Alexandria musicians named finalists for 37th annual Wammie Music Awards
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Friday, Feb. 13
Alexandria proclaimed 'Mandela Legacy Day' during visit by Nelson Mandela's grandson
City served more than 40,000 residents through human services programs last year
Virginia Theological Seminary honors Stephen Colbert, wife with highest award
Alexandria joins Arlington in launching National Innovation Quarter
What's happening in Alexandria this weekend: Feb. 13-16
Rep. Takano honors McPike with House floor tribute
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Thursday, Feb. 12
Council advances program for up to 60 curbside EV chargers
Duke Street plan takes shape ahead of Feb. 25 community meeting
Kerala-trained chef cuts ribbon on new Indian restaurant in Alexandria
Former City Councilman Frank Fannon to host 18th annual food and clothing drive Saturday
Council candidates back Braddock Road project, bike safety investments
George Washington Birthday Parade returns Saturday with modified route
Chapman marks 14th anniversary of paramedic's line-of-duty death
Alexandria Festival of the Book coming to St. Paul's in March
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Wednesday, Feb. 11
Office vacancy falls as Alexandria bucks regional trend, but unemployment rises
City Manager: Storm recovery ongoing, after-action report coming in March
The Alexandria Brief — PM | Tuesday, February 10
Bennett-Parker, McPike win special elections
In DHS release on 'murderers, pedophiles, rapists': an alleged Alexandria DWI
NeighborShare ALX has distributed more than $32,000 to Alexandria families since November launch
Alexandria police wear specialty badge to honor Black history, spark community dialogue
Publisher's note: Clean the mirror
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Tuesday, Feb. 10
Alexandria Warehouse Sale extended to Presidents' Day Weekend after cold snap
Cancer survivor, Air Force veteran launches 12th annual 24-hour fundraiser at Pork Barrel BBQ
Alexandria kicks off yearlong America 250 commemoration at the Lyceum
The Alexandria Brief — PM | Monday, February 9
More than 4,000 have voted ahead of Tuesday's special election
Thousands line Old Town streets to welcome Buddhist monks on Walk for Peace
City Council to rededicate three Confederate-named streets Tuesday
The week ahead in Alexandria (February 9–15)
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Monday, Feb. 9
The Alexandria Brief — PM | Sunday, February 8
Fire breaks out at laundromat on Commonwealth Avenue, quickly extinguished
Your Dog's Best Friends owner apologizes, says he 'misjudged' groomer convicted of animal abuse
Five finalists announced for 2026 Heart of Del Ray award
Alexandria health officials report measles exposures at Reagan National, Metro
Frozen Feet 5K to raise funds for local families battling pediatric cancer
Publisher's note: The people who got us through
The Alexandria Brief — PM | Friday, February 6
Five file for City Council seat ahead of Feb. 21 primary
Crane work to close northbound lanes on S. Washington Street Saturday
Three Alexandria community groups seek nearly $30,000 in city matching funds for park improvements
Buddhist monks on 2,300-mile Walk for Peace expected to pass through Alexandria
Alexandria police open enrollment for free spring community academy
City recommends protected bike lanes for Braddock Road corridor
More than 2,300 Alexandrians have voted early in special election
Chamber ALX announces panel for 2026 Women's Leadership Forum
Mayor: Sidewalks remain top complaint as cold slows snow melt
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Friday, Feb. 6
ACPS board member asks district to add snow days to future calendars after ice storm
The Alexandria Brief — PM | Thursday, February 5
Extreme cold watch issued for Alexandria as another Arctic blast approaches
Former CIA officer enters crowded primary to challenge Beyer in Virginia's 8th District
Weekend Guide: What's happening in Alexandria Feb. 6-8
Alexandria health department warns of new measles exposure sites in northern Virginia
Mayor: 100% of high-traffic trails clear; crews target Old Town parking
Election Day is Tuesday: What Alexandria voters need to know
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Thursday, Feb. 5
The Alexandria Brief — PM | Wednesday, Feb. 4
Alexandria to receive more than $6 million in federal funding for housing, health care
Spanberger orders state agencies to terminate all 287(g) agreements with ICE
ACPS to resume normal schedule Thursday
Former Your Dog's Best Friends groomer found guilty of felony animal abuse in dog's death
Mayor: Over 5,000 loads of snow hauled; crews clearing 2,000-plus intersections
Nominations due Thursday for annual Heart of Del Ray award
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Wednesday, Feb. 4
Publisher's Note: 1,000 neighbors
Planning Commission approves townhomes, gym rooftop in nearly 3-hour meeting; Brown bids farewell
Charles Costen-Sumpter enters City Council race
Firefighters extricate person from vehicle after Duke Street crash
Partial shutdown ends as Beyer votes no, pushes DHS reforms ahead of Feb. 13 deadline
Alexandria man sentenced to 22 years in child sexual abuse material case
The Alexandria Brief — PM | Tuesday, Feb. 3
ACPS announces another two-hour delay Wednesday
House passes Herring bill to rejoin regional carbon-trading program
Court of Appeals affirms dismissal of challenge to 48-unit Old Town residential project
Mayor: City hauling 600 loads of snow a day; sidewalk enforcement starts with warnings
Nominations now open for 2026 Celebrate Women Awards honoring Alexandria's nonprofit leaders
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Tuesday, Feb. 3
Lopez wage theft and worker safety bills pass House, head to Senate
Here's how to cut your Alexandria stormwater fee in half
ACPS board to hear update on college readiness program, vote on Hammond auditorium repairs Thursday
The Alexandria Brief — PM | Monday, Feb. 2
Market Square Garage to close Feb. 9 as City Hall renovation begins
City seeks public input on Duke Street intersection redesign
ACPS to reopen Tuesday with two-hour delay
Alexandria to host open house on Housing 2040 draft plan
Mayor: Sidewalk fines return Tuesday as schools set to reopen
The week ahead in Alexandria (February 2–8)
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Monday, Feb. 2
The Alexandria Brief — PM | Sunday, Feb. 1
ACPS extends virtual learning to Monday; eyes Tuesday reopening
McPike, Butler make their cases at House District 5 forum
Bennett-Parker, Lineberry outline competing visions at Senate forum
School bus drivers tested routes Saturday; ACPS to reopen Tuesday with possible delay
Alexandria health officials warn of measles exposure at Dulles airport
Democrats set Feb. 21 firehouse primary for Council seat
Mayor: Alexandria 'prepared and responsive' as partial shutdown begins
Mayor: 100% of primary, secondary streets now passable
Tapia becomes fourth candidate to enter race for potential Council vacancy
Victim identified in N. Patrick Street homicide
The Alexandria Brief — PM | Friday, Jan. 30
Alexandria schools launch climate survey to gather feedback on 2030 plan
Gomez becomes third candidate to enter race for potential Council vacancy
What Alexandria's legislators are doing on immigration enforcement
Alexandria seeks public input on proposed changes to recreation funding policy
Mayor: Crews focused on narrow streets; city plans after-action review
Two chefs who call Alexandria home head to 'Top Chef' season 23
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Friday, Jan. 30
Friday storm update: Schools virtual for fourth day; city prepares for possible weekend snow
Warner demands ICE reforms, questions Gabbard's role in Georgia FBI raid
The Alexandria Brief — PM | Thursday, Jan. 29
ACPS extends virtual learning through Friday; buildings remain closed
Mayor: Residential roads reach 95% passable; city suspends sidewalk fines
Alexandria to install memorial honoring 67 killed in DCA crash
Weekend Guide: What's happening in Alexandria Jan. 30–Feb. 1
Del Ray Farmers Market cancelled Saturday for first time in over 30 years
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Thursday, January 29
Thursday storm update: City returns to regular hours, schools still virtual as recovery continues
One dead, juvenile injured in N. Patrick Street shooting
This day in history: How neon signs atop the George Mason Hotel prompted Alexandria's sign ordinance
The Alexandria Brief — PM | Wednesday, January 28
Alexandria schools to remain closed Thursday; virtual learning continues
Alexandria Restaurant Week extended through Feb. 8 following winter storm
Publisher's note: Believing that everyone is doing their best. Including you, I hope.
Alexandria recovery continues as city urges caution ahead of bitter night, possible weekend snow
VRE ridership surges 48% as Alexandria station construction gets underway
Alexandria City Council heads to Richmond Thursday for Lobby Day
CVS on Richmond Highway closes permanently
City Council approves resolution streamlining budget transfer process
The Alexandria Brief: Wednesday, January 28
Potomac Yard Metro cost rises to $385 million after council approves final $35 million
Alexandria city offices open at 10 a.m. Wednesday; ACPS holds virtual learning day
City manager: Ice storm worst in 30 years, required 20+ passes on major roads
Parents, teachers continue push against language program cuts at ACPS budget hearing
McPike announces resignation from City Council effective Feb. 9
ACPS announces virtual learning day for Wednesday; buildings remain closed
Every major metro in America is adding jobs except the one Alexandria calls home
League of Women Voters to host candidate forum Sunday for Senate, House races
Mayor Gaskins provides storm recovery update as Alexandria continues 24/7 snow operations
Amazon Fresh at Potomac Yard to close
Winter weather moves Alexandria City Council meeting to virtual format tonight
Early voting begins Saturday for Feb. 10 special elections
The Alexandria Brief: Tuesday, January 27
Winter storm dumps 7 inches on Alexandria; city facilities closed through Tuesday
Photos: Winter storm Fern hits Alexandria
Beyer calls Minneapolis killings 'murder,' demands Noem impeachment
GMU-Alexandria partnership aims to turn walkability into public health strategy
Coalition seeks $28,000 to fund zoning lawsuit appeal
Where to find warmth in Alexandria during the cold snap
Alexandria schools closed again Tuesday due to cold, road conditions
On the Docket: A weekly preview of city and school board meetings (January 26–31)
The Alexandria Brief: Monday, January 26
ACPS closes offices, cancels teacher work day due to winter storm
Tim Laderach announces Alexandria City Council campaign
Firefighters battle kitchen fire during overnight snowstorm
Council adopts Green Building Plan with compromise 35 EUI target
General Assembly week 2: 20-19 vote, filing deadline, budget priorities emerge
Heavy snow blankets Alexandria as winter storm continues
Marks first to announce Council bid ahead of potential McPike vacancy
Crooked Beat Records to close Mt. Vernon Avenue location, plans new store
Council delays Torpedo Factory operator search to address historic ship's future
Alexandria declares local emergency as winter storm approaches
Alexandria joins 37 cities backing Minnesota lawsuit against federal immigration operation
Bennett-Parker's free school breakfast bill advances with bipartisan support
Mayor Gaskins to help lead national fight against childhood hunger
Cold plunges, battle ropes, and 92 townhomes on Planning Commission docket
Winter storm warning issued for Alexandria; 7 to 14 inches of snow expected
Publisher's Note: Don't blame the process. Change it.
The Alexandria Brief: Friday, January 23
Matt and Tony's All Day Kitchen + Bar lands spot on Yelp's Top 100 US Restaurants list
Virginia declares state of emergency; up to 15 inches of snow possible this weekend
Rosemont Citizens Association votes to expand opposition to parking removal on Braddock Road
ACHS senior featured in New York Times for college essay on preserving Black history
Kay-Wyatt proposes $406.5 million ACPS budget for FY 2027
Free tax prep available for Alexandria residents earning up to $69,000
Maryland man charged with threatening two Alexandria judges
Lineberry makes her case for Senate District 39: ‘I want to win the seat’
This weekend in Alexandria: Jan. 23-25
Vacant Alexandria office building to become 377 affordable apartments
The Alexandria Brief: Thursday, January 22
Winter storm watch issued for Alexandria; up to 10 inches of snow possible this weekend
Campaign finance roundup: Alexandria's General Assembly delegation
Family of teen struck by driver on North Van Dorn Street launches GoFundMe
Traffic and Parking Board to consider overnight parking district, bus stop changes Monday
What McPike told us about his plans for Richmond
Regional survey finds commuting patterns returning to pre-pandemic norms
PTAC, ACPS to host budget forum Feb. 9 as FY 2027 cycle kicks off
Alexandria takes center stage in Queer Eye's final season on Netflix
Rosemont Citizens Association set to expand bike lane opposition to full Braddock Road corridor
The Alexandria Brief: Wednesday, Jan. 21
Live Thursday: Julie Robben Lineberry on her Senate District 39 campaign
Alexandria Chamber Chair-Elect wins Fairfax delegate seat
McPike wins House District 5 firehouse primary
Sheriff's office accepting applications for spring community academy
Lineberry challenges Bennett-Parker to three Senate debates; Bennett-Parker open to 'virtual forum'
Forecasters watching weekend winter storm; snow totals remain uncertain
Alexandria-born Mikie Sherrill sworn in as New Jersey governor
What's on the agenda: City Council holds first public hearing at Del Pepper center Saturday
Glowing orb on horizon? Proposed Sphere at National Harbor would be visible from Alexandria
Federal court in Alexandria seeks applicants for U.S. attorney
Timber Pizza Co. eyes Alexandria as next Virginia location
Little Theatre of Alexandria earns 24 WATCH award nominations for 2025 season
The Alexandria Brief: Tuesday, January 20
Man in Alexandria Sheriff’s custody dies at area hospital
The Alexandria Brief: Monday, January 19
A conversation with Chris Leibig, House District 5 candidate
A conversation with Eileen Cassidy Rivera, House District 5 candidate
A conversation with Kirk McPike, House District 5 candidate
Fourth candidate files for House District 5; primary is Tuesday
Republicans nominate Mason Butler for House District 5
Alexandria police investigating incident on North Payne Street
On the Docket: A weekly preview of city and school board meetings (January 19–24)
Today: Live conversations with all three House District 5 candidates
Live Sunday: Eileen Cassidy Rivera on her House District 5 campaign
Live Sunday: Chris Leibig on his House District 5 campaign
Alexandria Republicans to choose House District 5 nominee Sunday
Leibig enters House District 5 race, expanding primary field to three
Gaskins to join National Building Museum panel on equitable cities
General Assembly Week 1: What Alexandria's lawmakers voted on, introduced
Alexandria lawmakers back constitutional amendments on redistricting, reproductive rights
City, police department to host MLK Day hiring event Monday
Live Sunday: Kirk McPike on his House District 5 campaign
Alexandria gets its first distillery since Prohibition
Alexandria secures $600K to update Vision Zero plan two years from deadline
Voting opens as Alexandria looks to defend top-five spot on Travel + Leisure's best cities list
House District 5 firehouse primary set for Tuesday, January 20
Making Vinyl conference to bring global record industry to Alexandria in May
Crash closes westbound Seminary Road
The Alexandria Brief: Friday, January 16
Teen pedestrian critically injured in North Van Dorn Street crash
Bennett-Parker will resign House seat to put District 5 race on Feb. 10 ballot
No charges for officers in August in-custody death; medical examiner cites cocaine intoxication
Gov. Youngkin calls failed Alexandria arena deal one of his most frustrating moments
This weekend in Alexandria: Jan. 16-18
Alexandria sees sharp drop in major crimes in 2025
MetroStage passes two-thirds fundraising mark, targets late 2026 opening
ACPS School Board launches new website to improve transparency
Alexandria rescue pup set to compete in 2026 Puppy Bowl
The Alexandria Brief: Thursday, January 15
Croatia selects Alexandria as home base for 2026 World Cup
SUV rolls over, knocks down tree in Duke Street crash near Brenman Park
FBI executes search warrant at Washington Post reporter's Alexandria home
Arielle Shoshana opens Old Town flagship, bringing niche fragrances to Cameron Street
Alexandria warns residents of 911 disruptions amid nationwide Verizon outage
Alexandria Mayor Gaskins elected vice chair of Council of Governments board
McPike joins House District 5 race, setting up contested primary
Rivera first to announce House District 5 bid ahead of possible vacancy
What happens next after Bennett-Parker's primary win
The Alexandria Brief: Wednesday, January 14
Bennett-Parker wins Senate primary, will face Republican Lineberry in Feb. 10 special election
Alexandria City Council approves funding for three union contracts
Alexandria's historic museums director wins seat in Virginia House
Federal job losses accelerate as Alexandria braces for budget season
Funding cuts, ICE fears strained Alexandria Health Department in 2025, report says
Yami Buffet officially opens on South Van Dorn Street
Warner warns Trump's Fed attacks will drive up borrowing costs for Virginians
Alexandria under drought warning as DEQ declares significant dry spell imminent
Who can vote in today's Senate primary? Here's what you need to know
Metro closures to disrupt Alexandria commuters, airport travelers this spring
The Alexandria Brief: Tuesday, January 13
Alexandria Republicans name Julie Robben Lineberry as Senate nominee; cancel canvass
Three Democrats debate ahead of Tuesday's Senate primary
Where the candidates stand: A look at the four Democrats running for Ebbin's Senate seat
Historic Alexandria to launch America250 celebration with Jan. 26 kick-off event
Senate candidates to debate tonight ahead of Tuesday's firehouse primary
Health officials warn of measles exposures at Fort Belvoir hospital, Amtrak train
Alexandria police unveil first hate crime policy, announce arrest in Christmas Day assault
D.C.'s The Commodore bringing 'five-star dive bar' to Old Town
The Alexandria Brief: Monday, January 12
Man in stable condition after Sunday night shooting in Alexandria
Del Ray record store closed after flooding damages hundreds of vinyl records
Four candidates file for Ebbin's Senate seat; firehouse primary is Tuesday
Three Democrats announce bids for Ebbin's seat; filing deadline today
On the Docket: A weekly preview of city and school board meetings (January 12–17)
George Washington Birthday Parade route modified due to Market Square construction
Democrats set Tuesday firehouse primary for Ebbin's Senate seat
Alexandria City Council to consider union contracts, economic development plan at Tuesday meeting
City details traffic, parking impacts ahead of Jan. 20 City Hall renovation start
Alexandria City High School football coach named fall coach of the year
ACHS student wins full-ride Posse Scholarship; student reps unveil new student committee
Man found dead in Thornton Way apartment after hours-long police response
The Alexandria Brief: Friday, January 9
Alexandria School Board holds first 2026 meeting
Warner calls for accountability in ICE shooting, backs war powers resolution on Venezuela
This weekend in Alexandria: Jan. 9-11
The Alexandria Brief: Thursday, January 8
State Sen. Adam Ebbin to resign, join Spanberger administration
Two restaurant weeks coming to Alexandria later this month
Old Town Farmers' Market moves to new location Saturday
Alexandria Mentoring Partnership marks 20th anniversary during January mentoring month
The Alexandria Brief: Wednesday, January 7
Transportation Brief: Alexandria leaders step into regional roles, Van Dorn study nears finish line
Alexandria Democratic Committee elects new leadership at reorganization meeting
City to host community workshops on Duke Street land use plan
The Alexandria Brief: Tuesday, January 6
Alexandria school board to update member assignments, review federal funding plan Thursday
Warner blasts Venezuela military action, warns of 'dangerous precedent'
City to host meeting on Clifford, Fulton and Manning storm sewer project
Alexandria program recognizes residents for sustainable choices at home
Alexandria sheriff's office opens applications for spring community academy
Alexandria summer camp registration opens Feb. 18
The Alexandria Brief: Monday, January 5
On the Docket: A weekly preview of city and school board meetings (January 5–10)
Business Brief: Wonder opening in Potomac Yard; Del Ray 7-Eleven sells $1M lottery ticket; and more
Board of Architectural Review to meet twice this month at new location
Alexandria police to march in Spanberger inaugural parade
Flu cases surge in Alexandria as new strain spreads
What's happening this weekend in Alexandria: January 2-4
Million-dollar winning lottery ticket sold at Del Ray 7-Eleven