Alyia Gaskins' primary win sets stage for historic mayoral run in Alexandria

Alyia Gaskins, an Alexandria City council member, has won the Democratic nomination for mayor. This significant primary victory sets the stage for Gaskins to potentially become the city’s first Black female mayor in the upcoming November election.

Man found shot dead in Virginia hospital parking lot: police

A criminal investigation is underway after authorities say a man was found shot dead in the parking lot of a Virginia hospital.

Alexandria Police save newborn found without a heartbeat

Two Alexandria Police Officers saved the life of a newborn that was found not breathing and without a heartbeat.

Power outages across Alexandria due to severe rain

Alexandria drivers are advised to drive with caution following flood warnings across the D.C. region. 

Virginia parents alarmed by segregation game played by fourth graders

Lyles Crouch Traditional Academy in Alexandria is facing significant backlash after reports surfaced that students played a segregation game during social studies. 

70-year-old man dies days after hit-and-run in Alexandria: police

Police in Alexandria are investigating a hit-and-run from earlier this month after the victim succumbed to his injuries over the weekend. 

Residents sue Alexandria City Council over single-family zoning dispute

A group of Alexandria residents are suing the city after the Council voted to change zoning regulations. This is similar to the controversial Missing Middle in Arlington.

New budget brings tax increases for Alexandria homeowners

Residents in Alexandria are bracing for an increase in real estate taxes following the City Council's unanimous vote on a new budget. 

Woman dies from gunshot wounds after brought to Virginia hospital by man: police

Authorities are investigating the shooting death of a woman who died after she was brought to a Virginia hospital by a man claiming to be her boyfriend.

Former Virginia governor reflects on Washington football team's foiled move to Potomac Yard

"It’s a great day, and I’m really relieved," Capitals and Wizards owner Ted Leonsis said at a Wednesday evening press conference, flanked by District Mayor Muriel Bowser and Council Chairman Phil Mendelson.

Virginia arena deal looks grim after legislature passes budget deal that doesn’t include funds

The next few weeks will be telling about the true fate of a sports arena in Virginia. Publicly, prospects for an arena deal look grim after the legislature passed a budget that doesn’t include money to facilitate an arena move.