Alexandria police to get $38,964 in federal grant money for overtime and patrol hiring
The award is part of $1.7 million in Justice Department grants announced Tuesday for law enforcement agencies across Virginia
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Duke Street plan recommendations up for discussion at Wednesday community meeting
Draft recommendations are posted online, with public comment open through Aug. 21
City to present draft proposal Aug. 11 on rules governing Alexandria's undersized lots
Staff signaled in April they may recommend allowing by-right development on most substandard lots, ending a City Council approval requirement dating to 1974
Alexandria court adopts eviction diversion program letting tenants stay while they catch up on rent
Renters facing eviction for nonpayment can request a court-ordered payment plan at their first hearing — but the window to ask is narrow, and missing a payment can end the case without another hearing
Virginia shoppers set to save as sales tax holiday returns this weekend
Virginia’s sales tax holiday begins on Friday and runs through Sunday, offering deals on qualifying school supplies, clothing and footwear sales tax. Certain emergency preparedness items also qualify.
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
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.
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.
Virginia American Water asks customers to voluntarily cut back on water use
The utility cites "historic drought conditions" statewide; the Drought Monitor shows all of Alexandria in moderate drought, an improvement from the spring
Virginia’s new pay transparency law changes the rules for job postings
Employers must disclose salary ranges and can no longer ask applicants about their pay history.
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