Candidates For City Council, Other Falls Church Elections Revealed

There will be numerous contested races in the November 2023 general election in the City of Falls Church.

Proposed Falls Church Zoning Changes The Focus Of Postponed Tour

A walking tour will overview proposed changes in transition zones, a small part of the city between commercial and single-family home areas.

George Marshall Students Campaign For Saddam Salim In Primary

Six friends from George C. Marshall High School worked at the polls during Tuesday's primary, campaigning for Democrat Saddam Salim.

How Falls Church Voted In Senate District 37, Prosecutor Primary

City of Falls Church precincts preferred Saddam Salim over Chap Petersen in the 37th Senate District, according to unofficial results.

Jimenez Claims Victory In Mason District Supervisor Election

Andres Jimenez claimed victory in the Mason District supervisor primary with a small lead over Reid Voss.

Fairfax County Mason District 2023 Primary: Candidates, How To Vote

Primary elections for Mason District supervisor and others will be held in Fairfax County on Tuesday. Here's what to know.

Senior Living Part Of West Falls Development Delayed

After the senior living developer for the West Falls development backed out, an extension for that part of the project was granted.

Falls Church Vice Mayor Letty Hardi To Seek Re-Election

Letty Hardi, the current vice mayor on the Falls Church City Council, announced her intent to run for re-election.

No Plans To Redevelop Eden Center, But Displacement Fears Remain

Vietnamese advocates support the Eden Center property owner's intent to keep Vietnamese businesses, but say more should be done.

Saddam Azlan Salim Running In June 20 Democratic Primary: Profile

Challenger Saddam Azlan Salim is running in the 37th District race against incumbent State Sen. J.C. "Chap" Petersen in the June 20 primary.

Falls Church Delegate Election Gets Libertarian Challenger

While the 13th House District doesn't have a primary, a Libertarian candidate will challenge Del. Marcus Simon in November.

2023 Candidate Profile: Reid Voss For Mason District Supervisor

Reid Voss, a Mason District native, is one of the candidates in the Democratic primary for the Mason District supervisor of Fairfax County.

2023 Candidate Profile: Andres Jimenez For Mason District Supervisor

Andres Jimenez is one of the candidates in the Democratic primary for the Mason District supervisor of Fairfax County.

2 Falls Church School Board Incumbents Not Seeking New Terms

Two of three School Board members whose seats are up for election in 2023 indicated they will not seek new terms.

Falls Church Mayor David Tarter Not Running For Re-Election In 2023

Mayor David Tarter will not run for another term on City Council after his term expires at the end of 2023.

2023 Candidate Profile: Steve Lee For Mason District Supervisor

Steve Lee is one of the candidates in the Democratic primary for the Mason District supervisor of Fairfax County.

Falls Church Budget Includes No Change To Real Estate Tax Rate

A speed camera program, additional library hours and a higher car tax rate than last year are part of the approved Falls Church budget.

Caucus To Determine Democratic Endorsements For Fairfax School Board

Friday is the deadline to register to vote in a caucus for the Democratic endorsements of Fairfax County School Board candidates.

Falls Church Primary Election 2023: Voter Guide

Voters will have two primary elections to decide on June 20, and one of the city's wards has a new polling place.

Polling Place, Ward Boundary Changes Approved In Falls Church

The polling place at Falls Green will be removed, relocating voters to the Falls Church Community Center polling place.

Election 2023: State Senate Debate Moved To Vienna

Redistricting puts the City of Falls Church in the 37th Senate District with the next election. Primary candidates will debate Thursday.

Kaye Kory Won't Seek Re-Election To VA House Of Delegates In November

Democrat Kaye Kory, who has represented the Falls Church area in the Virginia House of Delegates since 2010, is not seeking re-election.

Real Estate Tax Rate Unchanged In Falls Church Budget Proposal

The city manager's proposed budget would change the car tax rate and increase library hours among other funding priorities.

4 Things To Watch At March 27 Falls Church City Council Meeting

The city budget proposal will be presented Monday night after property owners received assessments that affect their real estate tax bills.

Proposed Commercial Tax Discussion Revived In Falls Church

After a commercial and industrial tax was not adopted in the last budget, City Council will have a discussion on considering it again.

Amid Concerns About Eden Center, Small Area Plan Outreach Continues

After concerns about displacing Eden Center businesses were shared at an East End Small Area Plan meeting, community engagement continues.

Overall Property Value Increases Less Than Last Year In Falls Church

While city property values increased overall, the largest increase was among multifamily residential rentals.

T-Zone Proposal Heading To City Council After Planning Commission OKs

Zoning text amendments were recommended on "T zones" to provide more housing variety in the City of Falls Church.

Affordable Homeownership Program Launched In Falls Church

A program to sell homes below market prices to eligible first-time homebuyers is being launched in the City of Falls Church.

Gun Control, Reproductive Rights Top Priorities For Senate Candidate

Common sense gun laws and reproductive rights are what Saddam Azlan Salim says differentiates him from his opponent in the June 20 primary.

Federal Spending Bill Includes Funds For Falls Church Projects

Projects with funding in the federal spending bill include an Arlandria affordable housing project and flood mitigation project.

Del. Marcus Simon Seeking Re-Election In Redrawn VA House District

Del. Marcus Simon, who represents Falls Church City and part of Fairfax County, will seek re-election in the redrawn district.

Mason District Supervisor Penny Gross Not Seeking Re-Election

Supervisor Penny Gross won't run for re-election in 2023 after 27 years on the Board of Supervisor. One Democrat has announced a campaign.

Falls Church Precinct-Level Results Show Strong Support For Beyer

As Rep. Don Beyer was re-elected to another term, here's a look at how strong support was at City of Falls Church precincts.

Zoning Updates To Transition Zones Proposed In Falls Church

The city is considering changes to the transition zones, which are found between commercial districts and single-family home neighborhoods.

Falls Church 2022 General Election: Candidates, How To Vote

November's general election features a race for the 8th congressional district. The deadline for voter registration will be Oct. 17.

Halloween Outdoor Painting Displays Return To Falls Church

A tradition since 2008 brings young artists to downtown Falls Church to fill business windows with Halloween paintings.

General Election 2022: Key Dates To Know In Falls Church

The only 2022 election in Falls Church will be the 8th congressional district as redrawn maps take effect with midterm elections.

5 Falls Church City Council Actions To Know From Sept. 12 Meeting

Falls Church City Council took several actions Monday, including ending the COVID-19 declaration of emergency on Oct. 1.

Falls Church 9/11 Ceremony Planned On 21st Anniversary Of Attacks

A 9/11 remembrance ceremony featuring city officials will be held Sunday. Plus, we remember the two victims of 9/11 from Falls Church.