Pandemic leads to growing number of abandoned pets in Arlington
Adoptions and sales of pets have soared during the pandemic, but now there is concern that Arlington, Virginia, could be seeing the beginnings of an alarming trend. It’s exactly what the Humane Society of the United States has been predicting –– an increase in pet abandonment.
Dozens of 'Open Schools Now' signs stolen, trashed in Arlington
The debate over whether kids should be learning in or out of schools is getting ugly in Arlington. So much so, dozens of signs that said “Open Schools Now” have gone missing.
Arlington County officials seeking more information on abandoned dog
Officials at Arlington County's animal shelter and humane society are seeking more information about a dog they say was abandoned last Thursday.
Arlington Public Schools to lay out plan for when students, staff could return to in-person instruction
New reaction tonight ahead of Arlington Public Schools’ announcement on how in-person instruction could look for students and staff.
Arlington animal control officer rescues fawn trapped in fence
An Arlington animal control officer leaped into action Tuesday night after a fawn became trapped in a fence.
New Arlington County ordinance bans firearms in county government buildings, parks, and events
Arlington County Board members have approved a new ordinance that bans firearms at county government buildings, parks, and events.
'Towers of Light' tribute to be illuminated next to the Pentagon ahead of 9/11
This Wednesday, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation will illuminate its ‘Towers of Light’ tribute next to the Pentagon in honor of the lives lost in Flight 77 there on September 11, 2001.
Arlington public schools report system issues with online learning on first day
The first day of school is in the books across Northern Virginia and day one of virtual learning for most schools is complete. By most accounts, it was a smooth first day online for most students – but not all.
Arlington cyclist who hurled insults, exposed his backside arrested
An “aggressive cyclist” in Arlington who allegedly hurled insults and exposed his backside on local bike trails has been arrested.
'Aggressive cyclist' hurls insults, exposes butt on Arlington trails, police say
An "aggressive cyclist" is wanted for badgering — and sometimes even striking or mooning — fellow users of Arlington's bike trails, local police say.
Arlington to begin enforcing sidewalk spacing ordinance Friday; violators face $100 fine
Alrington County will begin enforcing a new physical distancing ordinance Friday to help curb the spread of the coronavirus during busy hours at night.
Arlington man charged with aggravated sexual battery involving juvenile
A 40-year-old man is facing aggravated sexual battery charges in Arlington months after a teen reported she was attacked while walking a little boy home from school at the end of last year.
At least 3 Arlington churches demanding social justice targeted by vandals, police say
Police say at least three Arlington churches have been vandalized in just the past two months. The churches represent different denominations and they’re not all that close together, but there is one common thread – all three have posted signs demanding racial justice.
Some school-district employees are on the payroll despite not working
As school districts nationwide prepare to start school via distance learning, several staff members will remain on the payroll despite not working.
Arlington Co. GOP committee chair in hot water for posting names, numbers for COVID-19 violations tipsters
The Arlington County Republican Committee chairman was booted from a neighbors Facebook group over the weekend after he reportedly published the personal information about people who lodged complaints about COVID-19 violations.
Police: Two dead after possible drug overdoses in Arlington
Arlington Police say a male and a female died after a suspected drug overdose on Sunday night near the Ballston neighborhood.
Arlington passes sidewalk spacing legislation; violators face $100 fine
The Arlington County Board has passed an emergency order restricting pedestrians from walking in groups larger than three on public sidewalks.
Marine Corps Marathon canceled for first time in 45 years because of pandemic
The Marine Corps Marathon wasn’t canceled because of the September 11 terrorist attacks, the D.C. Snipers, or Hurricane Sandy, but COVID-19 proved to be too much.
How is COVID-19 reported? Some frustrations voiced after Arlington pool reports COVID-19 cases
Several months into the coronavirus pandemic, there are still some frustrations around publically reporting COVID-19 cases after multiple members of an Arlington County swim club reportedly test positive.
Arlington schools superintendent proposes postponed start, online learning
The Arlington Public Schools superintendent proposed on Tuesday a delayed start to the school year – as well as online learning.