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
Public Safety
Police, fire, courts, emergency response, public health alerts, and crime news affecting Alexandria residents.
Man charged with drunk in public after alleged knife assault on South Reynolds Street; additional charges being considered
Both men showed signs of intoxication in Sunday night incident near unit block of South Reynolds Street
UPDATE: Missing Alexandria man located safe
Wade Adkins, 60, was the subject of a critical missing adult alert issued Monday morning
Alexandria Film Festival to screen Virginia premiere of Louder Than Guns on August 4
The documentary follows Old Crow Medicine Show's Ketch Secor and journalist David Greene across America exploring the gun debate through music and conversation
City Council votes Wednesday on whether to reopen Tucker investigation
The civilian police board found the auditor's report incomplete. A special session — called during summer recess — gives council one item to decide.
Traffic and Parking Board to weigh revised Russell Road safety plan Monday after community feedback reshaped proposal
After 170 comments and community feedback on parking, staff recommend a net loss of two parking spaces near Naomi Brooks Elementary
Friendship Firehouse Festival returns Aug. 1 to celebrate Alexandria firefighting history
The annual Old Town event features fire trucks, live music, vendors and free admission to the historic 1855 firehouse museum
Two people stabbed in separate incidents in Alexandria; both suspects charged
Both victims transported with non-life-threatening injuries; investigations ongoing
Alexandria residents weigh in on APD's public safety plan at community forum
Input on youth, technology and traffic will shape a department report expected in September
Alexandria police chiefs reflect on legacy, leadership at APD
Current and former chiefs gather to discuss the department's evolution — and the work still ahead
Alexandria Fire Department accepting applications for fall community academy
The free eight-to-10-week program gives residents a behind-the-scenes look at fire and EMS operations. The application deadline is Aug. 10. Class size is limited to 12.
Hazmat incident involving unknown white powder closes Duke Street for hours Monday morning
Alexandria Fire Department responded to an unknown white powder spill at 8:09 a.m. Duke Street fully reopened by 5:12 p.m. The cause remains under investigation.
Alexandria man faces nearly 200 charges in multi-jurisdiction gym parking lot theft ring
Fairfax County detectives say Kumneger Ayalsew, 29, stole wallets and credit cards from unlocked vehicles at fitness centers across the region before making fraudulent purchases before victims knew they had been robbed.
Severe storms, dangerous heat and lingering smoke threaten Alexandria Saturday
A heat advisory runs through 7 p.m. Storms capable of tornadoes and 70 mph winds arrive this afternoon. Outdoor pools are open this morning.
Driver indicted in death of Alexandria pedestrian Norma Floyd-Sayles
Tekaligne Shirko, 46, of Lorton surrendered Thursday on charges of involuntary manslaughter and failure to yield causing death
Air quality in Alexandria reaches Code Purple; outdoor pools closed, mayor urges caution
Canadian wildfire smoke pushed the region to Code Purple — very unhealthy for everyone — Friday morning. Mayor Alyia Gaskins urged residents to stay safe as the city closed all outdoor pools and moved summer camps indoors. A severe storm threat remains for Saturday.