Alexandria parents fight plan to close majority-Black elementary school
Dozens of parents in Alexandria were fired up Thursday night after learning that the city school board plans on closing a beloved elementary school that has a majority Black student population.
Dozens of parents in Alexandria were fired up Thursday night after learning that the city school board plans on closing a beloved elementary school that has a majority Black student population.
New safety plan targets student violence at Alexandria City High School
Alexandria City High School will adopt a series of enhanced safety and disciplinary measures when students return from winter break on Jan. 6, 2025, according to an update from Superintendent Dr. Melanie Kay-Wyatt.
Alexandria City High School will adopt a series of enhanced safety and disciplinary measures when students return from winter break on Jan. 6, 2025, according to an update from Superintendent Dr. Melanie Kay-Wyatt.
Alexandria City High School moves to virtual learning after clashes on campus
Following a series of student altercations at the Alexandria City High School King Street Campus on Wednesday, Superintendent Dr. Melanie Kay-Wyatt announced that all high school campuses will transition to asynchronous online instruction for the remainder of the week.
Following a series of student altercations at the Alexandria City High School King Street Campus on Wednesday, Superintendent Dr. Melanie Kay-Wyatt announced that all high school campuses will transition to asynchronous online instruction for the remainder of the week.
"That’s a failure in all of our parts": Alexandria mayor addresses student school altercations
"I think anytime our schools are closed, and they're not able to do their core mission, which is educating kids, that's a failure," said Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson on Thursday when he spoke with FOX 5.
"I think anytime our schools are closed, and they're not able to do their core mission, which is educating kids, that's a failure," said Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson on Thursday when he spoke with FOX 5.
FCPS superintendent apologizes, school board green lights independent investigation into Hayfield
The Fairfax County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Michelle C. Reid, is apologizing as the school board now green-lights an independent investigation into practices that lead to the Hayfield Secondary School football team controversy.
The Fairfax County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Michelle C. Reid, is apologizing as the school board now green-lights an independent investigation into practices that lead to the Hayfield Secondary School football team controversy.
Alexandria police turn Christmas tree sales into opportunities for local kids
The holidays are a time for giving, and in Alexandria, a special Christmas tree brings that spirit to life.
The holidays are a time for giving, and in Alexandria, a special Christmas tree brings that spirit to life.
FCPS superintendent announces reviews in wake of Hayfield HS football controversy
In Virginia, the Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent announced multiple new reviews in the wake of the Hayfield High School football team controversy. That controversy escalated to court and as recently as Wednesday, saw other playoff coaches threatening to forfeit post-season games in protest.
In Virginia, the Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent announced multiple new reviews in the wake of the Hayfield High School football team controversy. That controversy escalated to court and as recently as Wednesday, saw other playoff coaches threatening to forfeit post-season games in protest.
Fire in Old Town Alexandria destroys three shops, including new bookstore
A number of businesses in Old Town are trying to pick up the pieces after a fire ripped through their building that sits on South Saint Asaph Street.
A number of businesses in Old Town are trying to pick up the pieces after a fire ripped through their building that sits on South Saint Asaph Street.
Thieves plow stolen pickup truck into Virginia 7-Eleven, steal money from ATM: police
Authorities are searching for thieves who smashed a stolen pickup truck into a Virginia 7-Eleven store and stole money from an ATM inside.
Authorities are searching for thieves who smashed a stolen pickup truck into a Virginia 7-Eleven store and stole money from an ATM inside.
Man punches sleeping passenger on flight heading to Dulles Airport: FBI
The FBI has arrested a man after they said he punched a sleeping passenger on a United Airlines flight leaving from San Francisco, causing blood to spatter and bruising to occur.
The FBI has arrested a man after they said he punched a sleeping passenger on a United Airlines flight leaving from San Francisco, causing blood to spatter and bruising to occur.
Alexandria massage therapist accused of sexually assaulting clients
A northern Virginia masseuse is facing allegations of sexual assault from two clients, Alexandria police said Monday.
A northern Virginia masseuse is facing allegations of sexual assault from two clients, Alexandria police said Monday.
Virginia's Thomas Jefferson High drops to No. 14 in new national rankings
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, once ranked among the top high schools in the nation, has seen its ranking fall to No. 14 in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, sparking concern among some Fairfax County parents and residents.
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, once ranked among the top high schools in the nation, has seen its ranking fall to No. 14 in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, sparking concern among some Fairfax County parents and residents.
Old Town's spooky past – and the spirits still lingering there today
Just across the bridge from the nation's capital lies the quaint and picturesque Old Town, Alexandria. The Virginia neighborhood is the third oldest historic district in the country, with old cobblestone streets and buildings, making it a perfect place to experience paranormal activity.
Just across the bridge from the nation's capital lies the quaint and picturesque Old Town, Alexandria. The Virginia neighborhood is the third oldest historic district in the country, with old cobblestone streets and buildings, making it a perfect place to experience paranormal activity.
Alexandria City schools highlight alarming increase in crime among students
Alexandria City Public Schools leaders are highlighting a troubling trend among students Thursday.
Alexandria City Public Schools leaders are highlighting a troubling trend among students Thursday.
Man charged in 2023 hit-and-run that left 15-year-old injured in Alexandria
A man has been charged in a hit-and-run crash that left a 15-year-old injured in Alexandria, police say.
A man has been charged in a hit-and-run crash that left a 15-year-old injured in Alexandria, police say.
Virginia school to reopen Monday after lead cleanup
Alexandria City Public Schools announced Friday that Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School will reopen most of its classrooms and offices on Monday, October 7, following successful lead remediation efforts.
Alexandria City Public Schools announced Friday that Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School will reopen most of its classrooms and offices on Monday, October 7, following successful lead remediation efforts.
Alexandria school closed due to potential lead exposure; Parents urged to get kids tested
A school closure in Alexandria has caused concern among parents after potential lead exposure was detected at Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School.
A school closure in Alexandria has caused concern among parents after potential lead exposure was detected at Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School.
Single vehicle crash after police pursuit knocks out traffic lights in Alexandria
A police pursuit ended in a single-vehicle crash and one suspect is in custody in Alexandria.
A police pursuit ended in a single-vehicle crash and one suspect is in custody in Alexandria.
Virginia woman sentenced to 40 years for sexually exploiting 2 children
A Bealeton woman was sentenced to 40 years in prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release, for sexual exploitation of children.
A Bealeton woman was sentenced to 40 years in prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release, for sexual exploitation of children.
Park near JD Vance’s Virginia home reopens with restrictions
The Secret Service recently requested the closure of a local park in Northern Virginia near the home of Republican vice-presidential candidate J.D. Vance.
The Secret Service recently requested the closure of a local park in Northern Virginia near the home of Republican vice-presidential candidate J.D. Vance.