Pay Raises Approved For Some Alexandria Public Safety Jobs

City Council approved the pay increases in an effort to make the salaries more competitive with surrounding jurisdictions.

Women’s Equality Day 2018: How Virginia Ranks

Sunday is Women’s Equality Day, and a new study shows what it’s like for Virginia women 98 years after the 19th Amendment was ratified.

Alexandria City Attorney To Step Down

City Council will appoint an acting city attorney when James L. Banks steps down.

Accused Russian Agent Maria Butina Moved To Alexandria Jail

The Russian government had criticized the "harsh" conditions she was experiencing in DC jail.

Judge Says No: Paul Manafort's Trial Is Staying In Alexandria

Manafort had requested his trial be moved to Roanoke, claiming Alexandria jurors might be too biased.

Alexandria Mayor, City Council To Get Pay Raises

The pay remains lower than salaries for elected officials in Arlington and Fairfax Counties.

Alexandria Primary: Wilson Upsets Silberberg In Mayor's Race

Vice Mayor Justin Wilson defeated Mayor Allison Silberberg in Tuesday's Democratic primary.

Emails Renew Criticism Of Potomac Yard Metro Changes (ICYMI)

Before the public learned of the changes, city officials had a public image of the station without the south entrance removed. ICYMI

Alexandria Mayor, City Council Candidates Talk Meal Tax, Housing

See candidate responses to issues such as the meal tax, affordable housing and the sheriff's agreement with ICE.

Meals Tax Hike Approved By Alexandria City Council

A petition is circulating to repeal the 1 percent tax increase, citing a burden on low-income families and businesses.

First Alexandria Mayor's Debate To Be Held In Del Ray

Mayor Allison Silberberg and Vice Mayor Justin Wilson will debate ahead of the June primary election.

Candidates, Deadlines For 2018 Primary Election In Alexandria

Democrats will choose a candidate for mayor, while Republicans choose a challenger to U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine.

Naomi Wadler, Alexandria Gun Control Activist, Appears On Ellen

The 11-year-old Alexandria girl spoke on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" about nerves during her speech and getting a call from George Clooney.

Naomi Wadler, Young Alexandria Girl, Inspires Crowd At D.C. Rally

Unlike her fellow speakers, Naomi Wadler is 11-years-old, and she was there to represent black women affected by gun violence.

Virginia Among Most Hateful In US, Analysis Shows

The Southern Poverty Law Center's 2018 hate group map shows new groups in Virginia since the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville.

No Real Estate Tax Hike Expected Under Alexandria Budget

Property owners' tax bills would increase on average by almost $200 per year if the Alexandria real estate tax remains unchanged.

Alexandria Water Taxi To Women's March Cancelled

The water taxi from Alexandria to the Women's March has been cancelled due to the ice.

Refunds Offered After $6M In Property Taxes Prepaid In Alexandria

After the IRS's warning that prepaying taxes has not paid off, the City of Alexandria is offering refunds for $6 million in prepayments.

Consecutive Governor Terms Proposed By Alexandria Legislator

State Sen. Adam Ebbin will try again to pass the bill allowing consecutive terms for governors beginning in 2021.

Alexandria Man Who Distributed Opioids To Addicts Sentenced

The Alexandria man and his father conspired to distribute opioids to addicts in Northern Virginia, according to court records.

Alexandria Man Pleads Guilty For Part In VDOT Bribery Scheme

Former VDOT officials took bribes for signing off on millions in snow removal contracts, court documents show.

Alexandria's Vice Mayor Is Running For Mayor

Mayor Allison Silberberg will have a challenger in Vice Mayor Justin Wilson during next year's Democratic primary.

Election Day In Alexandria: Sample Ballot, Other Things To Know

Virginians will go to the polls Nov. 7 to choose their next governor. Here's how to cast your vote in Alexandria.

Thousands DACA Eligible In Alexandria's Congressional District: Interactive Map

The interactive map shows the impact of ending DACA in Alexandria's congressional district.

Resident Objections Amid Potomac Yard Condo Plan

Home owners around the future condo development are concerned about the condo overlooking their townhouses.

Jefferson Davis Highway Renaming: What Alexandria Residents Chose

Alexandria residents have given input on renaming Jefferson Davis Highway. A final recommendation is expected next week.

After Charlottesville, McAuliffe Creates Groups On Public Safety, Diversity

Gov. Terry McAuliffe has formed a new commission on diversity and public safety task force following the events in Charlottesville.

Alexandria's Jefferson Davis Highway Renaming: The Internet Has Suggestions

Alexandria is seeking input on a new name for Jefferson Davis Highway in a survey. See what the internet is suggesting.

Four Hate Groups Are Based In Alexandria

Four hate groups are based out of Alexandria, according to the Southern Poverty Law Center.

Alexandria Seeks Input On Jefferson Davis Highway Name Change

As part of the process to remove Confederate Jefferson Davis' name from U.S. 1, residents can make suggestions in a new survey.

Sentenced Man Yelled Racial Slurs, Chased Victim With Bat

A man sentenced in late July for a hate crime against an African-American man has already been released from jail in Alexandria.

McAuliffe Rejects Trump Voter Commission's Voter Roll Request

Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe said he will not comply with a federal commission's request for Virginia voter rolls.

Gillespie Questioned On Health Care In Alexandria

Ed Gillespie, candidate for governor, was grilled in Alexandria on Republicans' efforts to overhaul the Affordable Care Act.

Alexandria Primary Election Winners: Northam, Gillespie

The City of Alexandria voted overwhelmingly for Ralph Northam and Ed Gillespie with all 28 precincts reporting.

Del Ray Primary Election 2017: Voting Hours, Polling Places, Sample Ballot, More

Here's what you need to know before heading to the polls on Election Day in Del Ray.

Serial Killer Charles Severance's Convictions Upheld

Judges upheld the convictions and multiple life sentences of Charles Severance, who was found guilty of killing three Alexandria residents.

New Voting Precinct Proposed in Alexandria

If approved, Alexandria's new voting precinct at Potomac Yard would go into effect for this year's general election.

Virginia Governor's Race: Guide to Candidates and Voting

The primary election for Virginia governor is a little over a month away. Here's how to vote and why.

Absentee Voting Open For Virginia Governor's Race (ICYMI)

The primary election isn't until June 13, but here's how you can start voting in Alexandria today.

Absentee Voting Opens in Alexandria Friday

The statewide primary election is still a few months away, but Alexandria voters can begin absentee Friday.