Security Perimeter At J.D. Vance's Alexandria Home Closes Park

A park in Alexandria closed as the U.S. Secret Service established a security perimeter near Donald Trump running mate J.D. Vance's home.

Arena Proposal Prompts Resident To Enter City Council Race

Del Ray resident Jonathan Huskey decided to run for City Council due to the Potomac Yard arena proposal.

Del Ray Resident Jesse O’Connell Runs For Alexandria City Council

Jesse O'Connell, who lives in Del Ray is involved in several civic groups in Alexandria, is running for Alexandria City Council.

$1.4B Potomac Yard Arena Legislation Introduced In VA House, Senate

Bills for a sports authority to finance the proposed Washington Capitals and Wizards arena have been introduced in the VA General Assembly.

Presidential Primary 2024: Early Voting To Begin In Alexandria

Early voting will soon begin for the presidential primary, when voters will have the choice of voting in a Democratic or Republican primary.

Former Magistrate Charlotte Scherer Runs For Alexandria City Council

Charlotte Scherer, a candidate in the City Council Democratic primary, is vying to be Alexandria's first transgender council member.

Alexandria School Board January 2024 Special Election: How To Vote

Early voting is kicking off for the Alexandria School Board seat vacated by Willie Bailey. Here's how to vote.

Special Election To Be Held For Alexandria School Board Rep

After Willie Bailey's resignation from the Alexandria School Board, certain Alexandria precincts will participate in a special election.

Mayor Justin Wilson To Not Seek Re-Election In 2024

BREAKING: Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson indicated he would not seek a new term as mayor in 2024.

Zoning For Housing Approved, A 'Powerful Tool' For Housing Supply

Alexandria City Council voted to approve the Zoning for Housing reforms, including changes to single-family home zones.

Third Collective Bargaining Agreement To Be Funded In Alexandria

A collective bargaining was reached with the union representing labor and trades employees, marking the third in Alexandria.

Alexandria Election Results 2023: Incumbents Win, Dems Claim Majority

Democrats retained the Senate and gained the House as City of Alexandria representatives were re-elected.

Early Voting Deadline Approaches For 2023 Alexandria General Election

A new early voting location is opening Friday as the November general election gets closer.

Ebbin Outraises Moshasha In Latest State Senate Campaign Filing

Campaign finance reports have been released as state Sen. Adam Ebbin faces challenger Sophia Moshasha in the redrawn 39th Senate District.

Flooding Advisory Group Extension Set For Vote In Alexandria

As the City of Alexandria accelerates stormwater capacity projects, the advisory group for flood mitigation is recommended to continue.

Alexandria City Attorney Joanna Anderson To Retire

Alexandria City Attorney Joanna Anderson, the first woman appointed to the position, will retire when a new city attorney is named.

Major Stormwater Capacity Project Moving To Design Phase

A design contract has been chosen for the Hooffs Run Culvert Bypass project, one of the city's major flood mitigation projects.

Cautious Optimism On Flood Mitigation Work: Alexandria Advisory Group

An advisory group supports tackling Alexandria's most urgent flooding issues, but noted work on large capacity projects is years away.

Abortion Zoning Access Approved By City Council After Disruptions

Before a zoning change, the mayor criticized anti-abortion speakers who don't comment on other city matters about women and children.

Higher Real Estate Tax Rate Not Ruled Out By Alexandria City Council

Alexandria City Council set the advertised real estate tax rate one cent above the current rate. That rate is not the final decision.

Real Estate Tax Rate Remains Same In 2024 Alexandria Budget Proposal

Alexandria property owners with increased assessment values would see tax bills go up even with a flat tax rate.

Minority-Owned Business Grant Program Withdrawn After Lawsuit

A lawsuit in federal court challenging the city's minority-owned business grant program led to the program to be halted.

Supreme Court Disruption Brings Probation For Alexandria, McLean Women

Three women spoke up against the Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade reversal during oral arguments of another case, according to a report.

Guaranteed Income Program Recipients Chosen In Alexandria

The 170 people selected for the guaranteed income pilot program are expected to get their first payment in February.

Federal Spending Bill Includes Money For Alexandria Projects

Projects with funding in the federal spending bill include an Arlandria affordable housing project and flood mitigation project.

REAL ID Deadline Extended Again: What It Means For VA Residents

Virginians will have additional time to get a REAL ID driver's license or ID card. Find out if you need a REAL ID and how to get one.

Elizabeth Bennett-Parker Running For Re-Election In VA House

With redrawn state legislative districts taking effect with the 2023 election, Del. Elizabeth Bennett-Parker will run in a new district.

Police Collective Bargaining Agreement Finalized In Alexandria

The first collective bargaining agreement under 2020 Virginia legislation was reached between Alexandria city government and a police union.

Field Lighting, Permanent Pedestrian Zone Approved By City Council

City Council voted on athletic field lighting, a permanent pedestrian zone, affordable housing development and more.

Alexandria Election Results 2022: Support For Beyer By Precinct

As Rep. Don Beyer was re-elected to another term, here's a look at how strong support was at Alexandria's precincts.

Athletic Field Lights, Waterfront Pedestrian Zone Up For Consideration

The Alexandria Planning Commission will consider several notable items, including adding lights at several school fields.

Del Ray 2022 General Election: Guide To Candidates, How To Vote

November's general election features a race for the 8th congressional district. The deadline for voter registration will be Oct. 17.

General Election 2022: Key Dates To Know In Alexandria

The only 2022 election in Alexandria will be the 8th congressional district as redrawn maps take effect with midterm elections.

5 Alexandria City Council Actions From Sept. 13 Meeting

Alexandria City Council took several actions Monday, including reestablishing the flood mitigation advisory group.

Virginia American Water Proposes Rate Hike, Alexandria Opposes

Alexandria's water utility provider is seeking approval on a rate increase. Interim rates are in effect that increased average bills.

Car Tax Bills May Increase For Some Despite Lower Assessment Ratio

As used car prices are up due to supply chain impacts on production, Alexandria's car tax bills will be impacted in 2022.

Alexandria's Abortion Access Resolution Draws Supporters, Opponents

People for and against abortion rights showed up with signs as Alexandria City Council approved an abortion access resolution.

Abortion Access Resolution Considered By Alexandria City Council

After the Supreme Court's decision overturning Roe v. Wade, a proposed city resolution includes actions to support abortion access.

Building Height Amendment Proposal Headed To Planning Commission

A proposed zoning ordinance amendment in Alexandria would expand the building height zones eligible for bonus heights.

Airplane Noise, Emission Reduction Study Sought By NoVA Representative

Rep. Don Beyer, who represents areas affected by airplane noise in Northern Virginia, is reviving a bill to study reducing airplane noise.