Updated Bus Rapid Transit Options For Duke Street To Be Presented

A community meeting is coming up to present updated options for a Bus Rapid Transit system along Alexandria's Duke Street.

Metro Work Vehicle Derailment Causes Blue Line Delay

Metro said a derailment Tuesday morning did not involve a train but caused delays to the Blue Line.

King Street Trolley Extension Envisioned In Future Service Plan

DASH Bus released a draft future service vision plan, which includes a future King Street Trolley extension to the Eisenhower Avenue Metro.

Safe Routes To Schools Audits For More Alexandria Schools Underway

The second phase of safety audits focuses on improving safety for students walking and biking to school.

'Slow Zone' For E-Scooters, E-Bikes Tested In Alexandria Neighborhood

A slow zone limiting e-scooter and e-bike speeds below 15 mph is being piloted in an area of Old Town Alexandria.

7 Alexandria Intersections To Get Safety Audits

The City of Alexandria will have safety audits for seven intersections that have seen crash fatalities or severe injuries.

Turn On Red Restrictions Proposed At Some Alexandria Intersections

The City of Alexandria is proposing no turn on red restrictions at some intersections with Patrick and Henry Streets.

Metrorail Driver's Action At Alexandria Station Leads To DWI Charge

A Metrorail driver who stopped a train beyond the Van Dorn Street platform was allegedly intoxicated, according to media reports.

Fare-Free DASH Bus Draws More Ridership, Few Concerns: Report

An annual report noted ridership trends since free fares were introduced, as well as a few driver and customer concerns.

Transportation Projects Impacting Alexandria In NVTA Long-Range Plan

Northern Virginia Transportation Authority included 424 transportation projects in its long-range plan, including 37 affecting Alexandria.

Crash With Pedestrian, Red Line Single Tracking: NoVA, DC AM Traffic

Good morning, Northern Virginia. Here's everything you need to know for your Monday morning commute.

Pedestrian Struck, Staff Shortages On Bus: NoVA, DC Morning Traffic

Good morning, Northern Virginia. Here's everything you need to know for your Monday morning commute.

Overturned Vehicle, Disabled Tractor Trailer: NoVA, DC Morning Traffic

Good morning, Northern Virginia. Here's everything you need to know for your Wednesday morning commute.

Duke Street Transit Design Concepts Being Presented, Feedback Sought

The City of Alexandria is collecting community input for its Duke Street in Motion, centered on a Bus Rapid Transit system.

King Street Pedestrian Zone Gets Positive Feedback

The City of Alexandria will consider making the King Street unit block and part of The Strand permanently closed to vehicular traffic.

Crashes On I-66, I-395; Delay Of VRE Train: NoVA, DC AM Traffic

Happy Friday, Northern Virginia. Here's everything you need to know for your morning commute.

I-66 Express Lanes Congestion, Crash Reports: NoVA, DC AM Traffic

Good morning, Northern Virginia. Here's everything you need to know for your Thursday morning commute.

Pedestrian Zone In Unit Block Of King Street Extended

The closure of the unit block of King Street to vehicles has been extended through much of November as the city considers public feedback.

Second Phase Duke Street Pilot Program On Signal Timing Begins

Signal timing is being adjusted on Duke Street as part of a pilot program seeking to reduce cut-through traffic.

Multi-Vehicle Crashes On I-395, US-15, Rainy Day: DC, NoVA AM Traffic

Good morning, Northern Virginia. Here's everything you need to know for your Wednesday morning commute.

Virginia Gas Prices: What It Costs For Labor Day Weekend 2022

Despite Virginia gas prices declining this summer, prices will be at some of the highest ever for Labor Day weekend, according to AAA.

Future Of Unit Block Pedestrian Zone On Waterfront To Be Assessed

The City of Alexandria is seeking feedback on the future of the pedestrian zone in the King Street unit block and part of the Strand.

I-395 HOV Ramp To Seminary Road Converting To Toll Ramp In Alexandria

The I-395 Express lanes operator and VDOT are planning a conversion of the Seminary Road/I-395 ramp from HOV to a toll ramp.

I-66 Crash, New Traffic Pattern, Storms: DC, NoVA Morning Traffic

Good morning, Northern Virginia. Here's everything you need to know for your Monday morning commute.

Speed Enforcement Cameras Planned In Some Alexandria School Zones

The city expects to launch a speed enforcement cameras in some school zones in early 2023 that can result in a speeding fine up to $100.

Crashes, Disabled Vehicles, Road Work: DC, NoVA AM Traffic

Good morning, Northern Virginia. Here's everything you need to know for your Tuesday morning commute.

Rent Prices Increase Near Alexandria Metro Stops Since 2021: Report

A new report from RentHop shows median one-bedroom rents increased near most Metro stops from 2021 to 2022.

Delay At Bridge, Crashes, Metro Delay: DC, NoVA AM Traffic

Happy Friday, Northern Virginia! Here are the traffic impacts to know for your morning commute around the region.

Alexandria Repaving Continues With 10 Streets Over 2 Weeks

Street resurfacing continues around the city along with sidewalk maintenance.

I-95 Vehicle Fire, Potential Road Work Delays: AM Traffic In NoVA, DC

Good morning, Northern Virginia. Here's everything you need to know for your Thursday morning commute.

Alexandria Pay-By-Phone Parking Program Changes Approved

City Council's approval will allow staff to potentially change parking rates at city garages and pay-by-phone blocks.

Pay-By-Phone Parking Expansion Considered In Old Town

City Council will consider changes affecting the boundary of the pay-by-phone residential parking program and potential parking rates.

Affordable Housing To Be Studied At 2 Alexandria Metro Stations

The city is receiving a grant to study the feasibility of affordable housing on Metro property in Alexandria.

Mask, Boarding Policies Updated On Alexandria's DASH Bus

As a federal judge's ruling on a mask mandate for public transportation is reviewed, the mask policy on DASH has changed.

Pedestrian Crossing Improvements Sought Near Eisenhower Avenue Metro

The area near the Eisenhower Avenue Metro, home to the new Carlyle Crossing development, could get an enhanced pedestrian crossing.

DC's Only Passenger Pedal Boat To Cruise From Alexandria Waterfront

There's a new way to get around the Potomac River: a passenger paddle boat coming to the Alexandria waterfront.

Pothole Patrol, Street Cleaning Work Underway In Alexandria

It's spring cleaning time in Alexandria as crews tackle potholes, street sweeping, repaving and other road maintenance.

Expanded Pedestrian Zone Considered On Lower King Street

The city is proposing temporarily closing another block of King Street, joining the permanent closure of the 100 block.

Normal Weekday Service To Return On Alexandria's DASH Bus

DASH will bring back regular weekday services after adjustments due to COVID-related staffing shortages.

Truck Hits King Street Metro Bridge, Intersection Reopens

Metro assessed the bridge at the King Street Metro after the crash and found no major damage.