Alexandria Courthouse Closed Friday Due to Electrical Problem

City office telephones are experiencing intermittent outages.

Two New Alexandria Precincts in Place for the June 9 Primary Election

A new precinct was added in the Old Town area to absorb the population growth near Braddock Road Station Metro.

Washington Post Endorses Bill Euille in Primary Race

Euille is campaigning for a fifth three-year term as mayor of Alexandria. This year he has competition.

Memorial Day Schedule for City of Alexandria

Here's a look at what's open and what's closed for the holiday on Monday, May 25.

Alexandria City Council Selects Location for New Potomac Yard Metrorail Station

Under Alternative B, the new station would be located at-grade, east of the existing Potomac Yard Retail Center, according to the City.

VIDEOS: Find Out More About Potomac Yard Metro

Take a look at these videos from the City of Alexandria and Potomac Yard Special Tax District Cmte. for Tax Fairness.

Groundbreaking Wednesday for Four Mile Run Restoration

Former Congressman Jim Moran and others will be on hand to celebrate the beginning of construction on the project.

Potomac Yard Metro Hearing Thursday at Lee Center

Alexandria Park and Recreation Commission will hold a public hearing on the staff recommendation for metro. City Council to consider May 20.

Plans to Cut Metro Budget 'Short-Sighted,' Beyer Says

There's a proposal to cut $75 million in appropriations bill.

Monday: Alexandria Chamber to Host Mayoral Candidates Debate

Event is Monday night at George Washington Middle School.

Absentee Voting Begins Friday for June 9 Democratic Primary

Primary includes Democratic candidates for House of Delegates, 45th District, and citywide mayoral race.

Alexandria Mayoral Candidates to Square Off Next Week

Citizen Associations to Co-host a Panel Discussion Between the Declared Mayoral Candidates on Thursday, April 23rd

Mark B. Jinks Appointed Alexandria City Manager

“It is special honor to be the manager of this great city,” said Jinks.

City of Alexandria Spring Cleanup Begins Saturday

Residents can place unwanted household clutter, bulky trash and metal items at the curb on their neighborhood collection date.

Congressman Beyer Tries Out New Metro Cars

The 7000 series Metro cars will begin operating on the Blue Line Tuesday, to offset increased demand created by the Silver Line.

Potomac Yard Metro Station Community Open House Set for Monday

Open house takes place from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Cora Kelly Recreation Center (25 West Reed Ave.

Five Democrats Vie for Votes in 45th District Primary

Here's a look at the Democrats running to replace Del. Rob Krupicka, who announced he's retiring from the House of Delegates.

Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan Advisory Committee Meeting Set for April 16

The meeting will include an evaluation of existing conditions, issues, constraints and needs.

City: Potomac Yard Metrorail Station Planning Reaches 'Major Milestone'

Draft Environmental Impact Statement reflects community input, staff expertise; will help City Council make decisions regarding new station.

Alexandria Pothole Campaign Underway

Public Works Services crews are mobilizing daily in each of the City’s 11 zones to fix as many potholes as possible.

Rob Krupicka to Retire from Delegate Seat

"Between business, family, and public service, it is clear that I’m burning more candles at more ends than I can sustain."

Thank you to City Council of Alexandria

Virginia Fair Share Gives Thanks to the City Council of Alexandria for Passing a Proclamation to End Hunger in the Commonwealth of Virginia

Public Presentation of Proposed City of Alexandria Budget will be on March 11

Acting Alexandria City Manager Mark B. Jinks will present his proposed Fiscal Year 2016 budget on Wednesday, March 11.

UPDATE: City of Alexandria Declares Snow Emergency

The City will enforce snow emergency routes.

Alexandria Man, GOP Campaign Aide, Pleads Guilty in Campaign Finance Case

First criminal prosecution in the United States for campaign finance coordination between political committees, FBI says.

Panel Kills Marijuana Decriminalization Bill in Va. Senate

Sponsored by Sen. Adam Ebbin, D-Alexandria, bill is dead for this legislative session.

Warner Wants Answers on Evacuation, Training Protocols at Metro

Warner, other members of Northern Virginia congressional delegation, met Wednesday night with NTSB, WMATA about Jan. 12 smoke incident.

Del. Krupicka Bill Aims to Raise $500 Million a Year for Schools from Hike in Cigarette Tax

Bill would increase tax from 30 cents to $2 per pack; second bill would tax e-cigarettes and other vapor nicotine products.

Gov. McAuliffe Announces Award of $50 Million Loan to City of Alexandria to Build New Potomac Yard Metro Station

Station secures integral piece of financing plan for important economic development project.

Dog Park Meeting This Week

City staff will discuss light installation project at Simpson Park Dog Park; dog park group meeting afterward.

PHOTO: Don Beyer Swearing-In Ceremony on Capitol Hill

Beyer is the new Congressman for Virginia's 8th congressional District.

More Than 400 Urge Leniency in Sentencing of Former Gov. McDonnell

UVA president is among letter writers urging federal judge to go easy Tuesday when sentencing is handed down on corruption charges.

People Magazine: Michelle Obama Had 'Racist' Experience at Alexandria Target

First lady says a customer asked for help getting something off a shelf at the store during a trip there in 2011.

Mark B. Jinks Appointed Alexandria's Acting City Manager

Mayor Euille expresses confidence that Jinks will provide continuity while City Council begins process of selecting permanent City Manager.

Alexandria City Manager Rashad Young Leaving for DC: Report

D.C. Mayor-elect Muriel Bowser names Young as D.C. city administrator.

Alexandria Resident to Resign Job After Online Comments About Obama Daughters

Elizabeth Lauten told NBC News she is resigning her job as communications director for Tennessee congressman.

Election 2014: U.S. Senate Race Ends as Gillespie Concedes

Incumbent Sen. Mark Warner is ahead by more than 16,000 votes in latest tally.

Your Photos: Virginia Votes, Election Day 2014

Senate race cliffhanger, Independent takes Arlington County Board seat, Don Beyer new congressman, Connolly re-elected, Comstock is in.

Democrat Don Beyer Proclaims Victory in 8th District Seat in Congress

Auto dealership owner, former lieutenant governor to succeed Congressman Moran.

F-16s to Fly Over Area Wednesday Morning in Security Exercise

NORAD is coordinating training flights with FAA and Homeland Security.