Alexandria permanently closes another block of King Street to cars
The Alexandria City Council has voted to permanently close the 200 block of King Street to vehicle traffic, keeping the popular stretch open exclusively to pedestrians.
The Alexandria City Council has voted to permanently close the 200 block of King Street to vehicle traffic, keeping the popular stretch open exclusively to pedestrians.
Alexandria Housing Authority CEO placed on probation amid housing scandal
The CEO of the Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority (ARHA) has been placed on probation after allegations surfaced that he was living in one of the city’s highly sought-after public housing units.
The CEO of the Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority (ARHA) has been placed on probation after allegations surfaced that he was living in one of the city’s highly sought-after public housing units.
Alexandria residents protest Housing Authority, cite unsafe conditions and rent issues
Dozens of Alexandria residents are speaking out, claiming the city’s housing authority is failing to provide safe and livable conditions.
Dozens of Alexandria residents are speaking out, claiming the city’s housing authority is failing to provide safe and livable conditions.
5 northern Virginia school districts placed on ‘high-risk' status over Title IX dispute
Five northern Virginia school districts have been placed on "high-risk" status by the U.S. Department of Education over their bathroom and locker room policies, putting millions of federal dollars at stake.
Five northern Virginia school districts have been placed on "high-risk" status by the U.S. Department of Education over their bathroom and locker room policies, putting millions of federal dollars at stake.
Man dies in Alexandria police custody after being arrested for public intoxication
An adult man has died in Alexandria police custody after being arrested for public intoxication on Friday afternoon.
An adult man has died in Alexandria police custody after being arrested for public intoxication on Friday afternoon.
Zip Trip 2025 heads to Stafford!
The FOX 5 2025 Zip Trip season is making its way to Stafford for a Friday full of community fun!
The FOX 5 2025 Zip Trip season is making its way to Stafford for a Friday full of community fun!
‘CIA operative’ romance scammer dies after jumping from high-rise, fleeing arrest warrant
A man who jumped to his death last week was fleeing arrest over charges related to romance scams, in which he manipulated multiple women he met on online dating websites out of tens of thousands of dollars, according to court documents.
A man who jumped to his death last week was fleeing arrest over charges related to romance scams, in which he manipulated multiple women he met on online dating websites out of tens of thousands of dollars, according to court documents.
Man jumps to death from Alexandria high-rise while fleeing arrest warrant: FBI
A man died early Friday after jumping from a high-rise balcony in Alexandria as FBI agents attempted to serve him an arrest warrant, authorities said.
A man died early Friday after jumping from a high-rise balcony in Alexandria as FBI agents attempted to serve him an arrest warrant, authorities said.
Woman says she found camera in Potomac Yard Target dressing room
A local woman is issuing a warning to always be aware of your surroundings—for all of us—after she says she found a hidden camera in a Target fitting room.
A local woman is issuing a warning to always be aware of your surroundings—for all of us—after she says she found a hidden camera in a Target fitting room.
Former Alexandria day care teacher abused toddlers over months, report finds
A former teacher at the Two Birds child care center in Old Town Alexandria is accused of physically abusing toddlers over several months, according to a Virginia Department of Social Services report.
A former teacher at the Two Birds child care center in Old Town Alexandria is accused of physically abusing toddlers over several months, according to a Virginia Department of Social Services report.
Alexandria residents frustrated with repeated power outages
Severe thunderstorms knocked out power at an apartment complex in northern Virginia on Tuesday but some residents say it’s happened over a dozen times and they want something done about it.
Severe thunderstorms knocked out power at an apartment complex in northern Virginia on Tuesday but some residents say it’s happened over a dozen times and they want something done about it.
Leaders propose free DASH rides for Alexandria City High Schoolers in 2026
Starting in fall 2026, high school students in Alexandria could ride DASH buses for free under a new plan by city and school staff.
Starting in fall 2026, high school students in Alexandria could ride DASH buses for free under a new plan by city and school staff.
Zip Trip 2025: Join us in Alexandria!
We're wrapping up the month of June with our next FOX 5 Zip Trip — this Friday in Alexandria!
We're wrapping up the month of June with our next FOX 5 Zip Trip — this Friday in Alexandria!
Extreme heat warning issued for Alexandria ahead of 100 degree weather
An extreme heat warning has been issued for the City of Alexandria effective 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday, June 23, ahead of 100-degree weather.
An extreme heat warning has been issued for the City of Alexandria effective 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday, June 23, ahead of 100-degree weather.
Booking photo released of former Coast Guard officer arrested over Trump assassination threats
A former Coast Guard lieutenant has been arrested for allegedly making threats to assassinate President Donald Trump, according to court documents obtained by Fox News.
A former Coast Guard lieutenant has been arrested for allegedly making threats to assassinate President Donald Trump, according to court documents obtained by Fox News.
Virginia man arrested for allegedly filming minors
A northern Virginia man is behind bars, accused of illegally recording children in his home, and police are concerned there are more alleged victims.
A northern Virginia man is behind bars, accused of illegally recording children in his home, and police are concerned there are more alleged victims.
Man charged with abduction after alleged attacks near Virginia Metro stations
A man is under arrest, accused of attacking two women near Metro stations in Alexandria.
A man is under arrest, accused of attacking two women near Metro stations in Alexandria.
Suspected stolen vehicle overturns during chase in Alexandria: police
A driver suspected of fleeing police in a stolen vehicle was hospitalized early Monday after crashing into another vehicle and overturning in Alexandria, authorities said.
A driver suspected of fleeing police in a stolen vehicle was hospitalized early Monday after crashing into another vehicle and overturning in Alexandria, authorities said.
3 shot in Alexandria, 1 critically wounded
Authorities are investigating a shooting that left three men injured, one critically, in Alexandria on Sunday night.
Authorities are investigating a shooting that left three men injured, one critically, in Alexandria on Sunday night.
15-year-old charged in Virginia high school stabbing
A Fairfax County student has been charged in connection with the stabbing of another student at West Potomac High School. The violent incident, which occurred on Wednesday, was captured on video and has since gone viral, sparking widespread concern among parents, students, and staff.
A Fairfax County student has been charged in connection with the stabbing of another student at West Potomac High School. The violent incident, which occurred on Wednesday, was captured on video and has since gone viral, sparking widespread concern among parents, students, and staff.