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City Council meets Tuesday at 7 p.m. Here's what to watch:
Alexandria City Council to vote on police contract impasse, appoint permanent policing auditor Tuesday
Agenda includes civilian oversight update, city's legislative priorities ahead of General Assembly session
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December 4, 2025 at 9:52 PM
City Council meets Tuesday at 7 p.m. Here's what to watch:
Update, Dec. 4, 2 p.m.: A Winter Weather Advisory is now in effect for Alexandria from 4 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday. NWS expects about an inch of snow and warns of “treacherous” morning travel conditions.
Snowplows are out Friday—here's what you need to know before winter hits
The city's annual training drill is a good reminder to brush up on sidewalk rules, snow emergency routes and how to track plows in your neighborhood.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Update, Dec. 4, 2 p.m.: A Winter Weather Advisory is now in effect for Alexandria from 4 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday. NWS expects about an inch of snow and warns of “treacherous” morning travel conditions.
Warner, who serves as vice chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, called for Hegseth’s removal during a media availability, saying the secretary’s handling of classified information was “irresponsible” and put sailors “in harm’s way.”
Warner criticizes Hegseth over classified information breach, questions Caribbean military strikes
Virginia senator calls for accountability after inspector general finds defense secretary endangered Norfolk-based pilots through unsecured communications.
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December 4, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Warner, who serves as vice chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, called for Hegseth’s removal during a media availability, saying the secretary’s handling of classified information was “irresponsible” and put sailors “in harm’s way.”
Here’s your guide to everything happening in Alexandria this weekend, Dec. 5-7, 2025.
The Weekend Brief: December 5-7
Two iconic parades headline Alexandria's biggest holiday weekend
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December 4, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Here’s your guide to everything happening in Alexandria this weekend, Dec. 5-7, 2025.
⚠️ NWS: Potential hazardous commute Friday morning. 30-50% chance of snow, up to an inch on untreated roads. Plan ahead: Extra travel time, consider telework or Metro. Freezing drizzle may also affect the evening commute.
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iNWS Alert
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December 4, 2025 at 1:10 PM
⚠️ NWS: Potential hazardous commute Friday morning. 30-50% chance of snow, up to an inch on untreated roads. Plan ahead: Extra travel time, consider telework or Metro. Freezing drizzle may also affect the evening commute.
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Here’s what you need to know today.
The Alexandria Brief: Thursday, December 4
Rail schedules shift as Long Bridge work ramps up; snowplows out Friday; cannabis retail questions loom
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December 4, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Here’s what you need to know today.
VRE added its first new train in a decade this week ahead of Long Bridge construction. Amtrak changes and work windows begin Jan. 12.
What Alexandria rail riders need to know:
What Alexandria rail riders need to know:
What Alexandria rail riders need to know about Long Bridge construction changes
VRE schedule adjustments now in effect; Amtrak changes and construction work windows begin in January
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December 4, 2025 at 12:42 AM
VRE added its first new train in a decade this week ahead of Long Bridge construction. Amtrak changes and work windows begin Jan. 12.
What Alexandria rail riders need to know:
What Alexandria rail riders need to know:
Alexandria Police are asking for help locating Hieu Ngo, 29, last seen Nov. 26 near the 4800 block of Eisenhower Ave. If you have information, call 703-746-4444.
December 3, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Alexandria Police are asking for help locating Hieu Ngo, 29, last seen Nov. 26 near the 4800 block of Eisenhower Ave. If you have information, call 703-746-4444.
Snowplows are out Friday—but it's just a drill. Unless it isn't. NWS is forecasting a 50% chance of snow on the same day. Here's what you need to know before winter weather hits ↓
Snowplows are out Friday—here's what you need to know before winter hits
The city's annual training drill is a good reminder to brush up on sidewalk rules, snow emergency routes and how to track plows in your neighborhood.
www.alexandriabrief.com
December 3, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Snowplows are out Friday—but it's just a drill. Unless it isn't. NWS is forecasting a 50% chance of snow on the same day. Here's what you need to know before winter weather hits ↓
Here’s a look at what’s coming up on Thursday, December 4, in Alexandria.
What's happening in Alexandria: Thursday, December 4
Your guide to events, meetings, and entertainment in Alexandria
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December 3, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Here’s a look at what’s coming up on Thursday, December 4, in Alexandria.
Construction begins this month on a drainage project years in the making at Douglass Memorial Cemetery, Alexandria's largest African American burial ground. The city holds a pre-construction meeting Dec. 16.
Construction set to begin on drainage project at historic Douglass Cemetery
City to hold pre-construction meeting Dec. 16 as years-long preservation effort moves forward
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December 3, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Construction begins this month on a drainage project years in the making at Douglass Memorial Cemetery, Alexandria's largest African American burial ground. The city holds a pre-construction meeting Dec. 16.
Traffic board to weigh new crosswalks, turn restrictions in pedestrian safety push
Traffic board to weigh new crosswalks, turn restrictions in pedestrian safety push
Board will consider crossing improvements near schools, new rules following October crash
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December 3, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Traffic board to weigh new crosswalks, turn restrictions in pedestrian safety push
🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT: Lane closure coming to E. Abingdon Dr. near N. Washington St. starting Monday, Dec. 8. Sewer pipe repairs will close one lane through Dec. 11. Plan alternate routes if you use this stretch during your commute. (Image via City of Alexandria)
December 3, 2025 at 7:13 PM
🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT: Lane closure coming to E. Abingdon Dr. near N. Washington St. starting Monday, Dec. 8. Sewer pipe repairs will close one lane through Dec. 11. Plan alternate routes if you use this stretch during your commute. (Image via City of Alexandria)
Virginia is 11 months from legal cannabis sales. Where will Alexandria allow shops?
Virginia is 11 months from legal cannabis sales. Where will Alexandria allow shops?
State bill eliminates local opt-outs; city has not publicly addressed retail zoning
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December 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Virginia is 11 months from legal cannabis sales. Where will Alexandria allow shops?
Alexandria-area home prices forecast to rise 5.1% in 2026, more than double national rate
Alexandria-area home prices forecast to rise 5.1% in 2026, more than double national rate
Realtor.com projection adds pressure as city prepares plan to preserve dwindling affordable housing stock
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December 3, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Alexandria-area home prices forecast to rise 5.1% in 2026, more than double national rate
The Alexandria Brief: Wednesday, December 3
The Alexandria Brief: Wednesday, December 3
A busy night for Planning Commission; Warner warns of AI job losses; Alexandria earns national recognition
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December 3, 2025 at 12:05 PM
The Alexandria Brief: Wednesday, December 3
Alexandria Planning Commission approves zoning changes to streamline business approvals
Alexandria Planning Commission approves zoning changes to streamline business approvals
Commission also OKs 145-unit affordable housing project; Commissioner Brown announces resignation
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December 3, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Alexandria Planning Commission approves zoning changes to streamline business approvals
Planning Commission approves 640 units for last vacant sites in South Potomac Yard
Planning Commission approves 640 units for last vacant sites in South Potomac Yard
Townhouse portion draws opposition; affordable housing deal saves city an estimated $11 million
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December 3, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Planning Commission approves 640 units for last vacant sites in South Potomac Yard
What's happening in Alexandria: Wednesday, December 3
What's happening in Alexandria: Wednesday, December 3
Your guide to events, meetings, and entertainment in Alexandria
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December 2, 2025 at 8:34 PM
What's happening in Alexandria: Wednesday, December 3
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December 2, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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Alexandria ranks 15th nationally for National Night Out
Alexandria ranks 15th nationally for National Night Out
The recognition comes as the city saw 50 registered events and a 33% drop in Part 1 crime offenses
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December 2, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Alexandria ranks 15th nationally for National Night Out
Nine Alexandria deputies graduate from regional training academy
Nine Alexandria deputies graduate from regional training academy
Officers complete 10-week basic training, prepare for assignments at detention center
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December 2, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Nine Alexandria deputies graduate from regional training academy
Virginia Tech to honor graduate students at Alexandria ceremony Dec. 15
Virginia Tech to honor graduate students at Alexandria ceremony Dec. 15
Event at Potomac Yard academic building will be followed by Dec. 19 commencement in Blacksburg
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December 2, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Virginia Tech to honor graduate students at Alexandria ceremony Dec. 15
Alexandria accepting applications for stormwater fee credit program
Alexandria accepting applications for stormwater fee credit program
Property owners in Alexandria can now apply for credits that could cut their stormwater utility bills in half.
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December 2, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Alexandria accepting applications for stormwater fee credit program
Warner announces reelection bid, proposes tech companies help fund AI job losses
Warner announces reelection bid, proposes tech companies help fund AI job losses
Virginia's senior senator warns of economic disruption, criticizes Washington's response
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December 2, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Warner announces reelection bid, proposes tech companies help fund AI job losses