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
Government & Politics
City council, budget decisions, policy debates, elections, campaigns, and the political decisions shaping Alexandria.
Pro-housing group ranks council candidates ahead of Saturday primary
YIMBYs of Northern Virginia releases scores as forum raises questions about two candidates' positions
State board seats open to Virginia residents amid new administration
With terms expiring and a new governor in office, Alexandria residents can apply now for positions on commissions ranging from historic preservation to Potomac River oversight
Firehouse Primary Interviews — A conversation with Charles Sumpter
On housing affordability, workforce pathways, climate resilience and transportation
City Manager to present FY 2027 budget next week
Public hearings, work sessions run through April; adoption set for April 29
Firehouse Primary Interviews — A conversation with Tim Laderach
On fiscal responsibility, affordability, connectedness and equity through engagement
Firehouse Primary Interviews — A conversation with Sandy Marks
On education funding, housing affordability, climate, and defending democracy
Torpedo Factory's future, West End townhomes and EV charging among items on Saturday's council docket
Hearing includes a franchise ordinance for the waterfront art center, development projects and new green building rules
Alexandria seeks applicants to fill roughly 75 vacancies across 33 boards and commissions
Applications are due by the end of the month; council will act on the appointments March 10
Council candidates back Zoning for Housing, call for Phase 2
Four of five Democrats respond to YIMBYs of NOVA questionnaire ahead of Saturday primary
The Alexandria Brief and Liberally Social Podcast team up to interview Council candidates this week
Interviews with Democratic candidates will stream live Tuesday and Wednesday ahead of Saturday's firehouse primary.
Former Councilman Fannon announces independent bid for McPike's seat
Fourth-generation Alexandrian last served on council in 2012
Democrats add online voting option for Feb. 21 council primary
Registration open through Friday; in-person voting still available
Agenda:Alexandria calls housing panel nonpartisan. Its board, panelists and questions tell a more complicated story
Board chair says panel is balanced; press release omits panelist's role in lawsuit challenging city's zoning reforms"
Alexandria joins Arlington in launching National Innovation Quarter
The new nonprofit aims to be 'connective tissue' for the region's defense tech and startup ecosystem, with a $5 million budget over three years.
Rep. Takano honors McPike with House floor tribute
New delegate served as Takano's chief of staff for 13 years