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A man was shot by police Friday night after barricading himself inside a 7-Eleven in Arlington.

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A Republican member of Congress is raising some eyebrows in Northern Virginia with his push to make Arlington and Alexandria a part of D.C., taking 400,000 residents’ votes away from…

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Against the backdrop of heightened stress for students, community issues a call to action

CHENGDU, China, May 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (the "Company", 6990.HK) announced today that at the 2026 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting in…

CHENGDU, China, May 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (the "Company", 6990.HK) announced that at the 2026 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting held in…

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Consultant and entrepreneur Marty Brickey from Orlando, Florida, shares the framework that helped him build and exit companies by keeping execution simple.

Jeremy Packman, Administrator on Special Assignment in Santa Rosa, California, argues that most behavioral challenges in schools stem from unclear systems and poor identification, not from lack of student effort…

The Collection Blends New York City Streetwear References, Vintage-Inspired Graphics, and Festival Style

Sergio P. Mendes, VP of Commercial Finance and Revenue Management in Norwalk, Connecticut, shares a practical plan for professionals looking to make better use of the data already available to…

Fair Oaks District –Detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau have charged a suspect in connection with yesterday’s non-fatal shooting that occurred near Legato. On May 28, at 5:28 p.m., officers responded…

After a long winter, summer is finally upon us. As you pack your bags for the pool or a trip to the beach, it’s important to be mindful of what…

With over 40% of Prince William residents facing food insecurity, the local community will come together June 13 for the second installment of the “PWC Hunger Free Rally.”

The National Museum of Americans in Wartime's lawsuit against the Dale City-based Cecil and Irene Hylton Foundation is proceeding forward with no settlement in sight in the multimillion-dollar property dispute.

A sense of cautious relief has come for residents facing eviction from the Woodbridge Mobile Home Park: Their eviction notices have been rescinded for now.

The charter bus driver at the center of a deadly crash on Interstate 95 near Quantico early Friday morning was traveling at a “high rate of speed” and in a…

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SHANGHAI, May 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 28th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) has officially unveiled the competition selections for the 2026 Golden Goblet Awards.

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Oral presentation of DZD6008 demonstrated strong and durable anti-tumor activity, excellent BBB-penetrant properties, and a favorable safety profile in patients relapsed from third-generation EGFR TKIIn treatment-naïve patients with advanced NSCLC…

CHENGDU, China, May 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (the "Company", 6990.HK) announced today that the results of the Phase III clinical study OptiTROP-Lung05, evaluating the company's…

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, May 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Alley Cat Allies is on the ground in San Juan, Puerto Rico, continuing its fight to protect the community cats of…

 No one:Absolutely no one:Comstock: We never wanted to build a casino in your stupid town anyway.The fancypants casino bill has been dead (for now) for almost a month, and developer Comstock…

Maybe you thought it was that time Money Magazine ranked Reston the 7th best place to live in the country. Or that time they named an opera after our plastic…

 ZOMG, someone roust Bob Guccione from his penicillin-lined tomb, as a swanky Reston penthouse has set a new record. The 27th floor penthouse at the JW Marriott Residences at Reston Station,…

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V. v. sad news for the people who find their living rooms too devoid of cigarette smoke and sadness to gamble on their phones and the developers who spent more…

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are our picks for the best events happening in the area! The Music Man Friday, May 29Doors 7:00pm Saturday, May 30Doors…

When it comes to plastic and reconstructive surgery in the Washington, D.C. metro area, few names carry the weight, depth of training, and breadth of recognition that belong to Dr.…

A Surgeon of Rare Distinction Some surgeons operate. Dr. C. Coleman Brown transforms lives. In a region that counts among its residents senators, diplomats, CEOs, and some of the most…

A World-Class Surgeon in Your Own Backyard Who Is Dr. George Bitar? Dr. George Bitar, MD, FACS is an award-winning, fellowship-trained, board-certified plastic surgeon who has performed over 20,000 cosmetic…

There’s a moment in every real estate transaction — somewhere between the accepted offer and the closing table — when the paperwork gets dense, the legal language gets opaque, and…

Step inside a showroom where floors do more than cover space—they set the stage for how you live. Flooring America Fairfax blends small‑town, owner‑led service with the buying power and…

Bringing Music, Connection and Community to Reston Five Days a Week Reston Community Center (RCC) once again transforms Reston’s plazas and parks into community gathering places with its acclaimed Summer…

The lights flicker, a branch cracks, and suddenly that leaning maple isn’t a “someday” problem. JL Tree Service Inc. turns those oh-no moments into organized, safe, and surprisingly smooth operations—crane…

1. The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner 1700 Tysons Blvd, McLean, VA 22102 Location & Vibe Elegantly appointed with an intercontinental flair, the hotel’s facilities are also mindfully modeled on the local…

Nostos has become one of Northern Virginia’s most consistently praised destinations for modern Greek cuisine—a restaurant where traditional flavors, fresh Mediterranean ingredients, and contemporary presentation come together in an elegant…

History & Ownership Bonaroti’s traces its roots back to the culinary vision of its owner and host Sergio Domestici, who trained at Santa Margherita culinary school in Liguria, Italy.1 After moving…

History Anthony’s Restaurant was founded in 1972 when Anthony Yiannarakis opened the original location in the heart of Falls Church City, and it has since become a popular dining landmark…

Sad news for fans of the Badd Pizza location in Loudoun County – the restaurant known for its cup & char pepperoni pizzas and delicious chicken wings has closed permanently.…

Back in February, the popular 5 Tara Indian Cuisine restaurant in Leesburg closed its doors “temporarily.” The post Update on new location for Leesburg’s 5 Tara Indian Cuisine first appeared…

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The inaugural Four Nations Cup grass polo tournament is set for Great Meadow in The Plains this month.

Many parts of Virginia ended May with soaking rains after reports showed 80% of the state was experiencing “severe drought” conditions. While the rain that moved through much of the…

Virginia lawmakers are set to return to Richmond this month for another attempt to reach a budget deal, with just days until the start of the new fiscal year and…

These free outdoor concerts are designed to sweeten your day and help you squeeze in some family time all summer long.

Millennium Hotels and Resorts unveil a reimagined boutique experience in the heart of Manhattan, celebrating the reopening with an exclusive MyMillennium member offer.

By James Libresco | jlibresco@alextimes.com Some members of Alexandria’s only teachers union are calling foul after a candidate for union president was disqualified the night before the election. The candidate,…

By Ella Mitchell | emitchell@alextimes.com Nestled in the backyard of a West Maple Street home sits a small garage filled to the brim with kegs, hops and all the machinery…

By Sydney Kodama | skodama@alextimes.com The Alexandria City School Board continues to look for ways to prevent proposed budget cuts that have drawn public scrutiny. The School Board met May…

By Julia Gwin | jgwin@alextimes.com For the first time in 20 years, the Alexandria City High School girls tennis team has put some hardware in the Titans’ trophy case, by…

By Kim Davis Along the low, sheltered edge of the Potomac River, Alexandria grew from a simple river landing where planters delivered tobacco to a handful of rough wharves and…

To the editor: The removal of the pedestrian-activated signal exposes hundreds of pedestrians to dangerous traffic near the King Street Metro and Amtrak stations. The crosswalk signal, from the Amtrak…

By Rob Whittle Owning a second home in the middle of nowhere requires certain handyman skills. I can manage some woodworking tasks such as building a crude grill table. I…

As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the connection between the celebration of the country’s 200th birthday and Alexandria’s historic preservation efforts deserves a retelling. While Alexandria declared…

By Thompson Eskew  The beauty of what was once lost can be found again, if we only have the courage to see the good in our present. In its final…

By Mark Edelman June is busting out all over, or so Oscar Hammerstein would contend in the picnic scene in “Carousel.” In honor of Oskie’s partner Richard Rodgers’ birthday month,…

By Diane Murphy, Ph.D. For many people, real estate decisions, whether buying or selling, at first glance seem a rather objective process. You want a good price, excellent location, sought-after…

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