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Good Thursday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar. 🕗 News recap The following articles were published earlier today…

Sitting on the reference stacks at the Charlie Clark Center for Local History at Arlington Central Library are five thick, blue, nearly 50-year-old bound editions. They are the archives of…

A man is fighting for his life after being severely burned in an under-construction office building in Crystal City. It happened around 2:15 p.m. at 2011 Crystal Drive, which is…

Road closures, reduced county services and modified transit schedules will be in effect tomorrow (Friday) in observance of the Fourth of July. Arlington will operate on a modified holiday schedule,…

A veggie-forward American restaurant with New York City roots expects to open its doors later this month in Clarendon. Westville plans to serve brunch, lunch, dinner and drinks in a…

A pair of seemingly dramatic police actions rattled locals in two Arlington neighborhoods yesterday. The first happened around 1:30 p.m. Wednesday on N. Highland Street near Clarendon Blvd and the…

The Arlington County Democratic Committee has abandoned a proposal to place major restrictions on who can vote for top leadership positions. Just a month after the Democratic steering committee floated…

True Ground Housing Partners has filed plans to redevelop an affordable housing complex in Waverly Hills with even more affordable housing. The nonprofit developer, formerly the Arlington Partnership for Affordable…

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia officials have agreed not to fully enforce a 2020 law banning conversion therapy for minors as part of an agreement with a faith-based conservative group…

Bondsman Arrested Immigrant — “An Arlington County family feared for their lives, they say, when a man in plain clothes knocked on their door late at night to make an…

The Board made it clear that no matter how much the federal government seems to be rejecting fundamental concepts of community and human rights, Arlington will stand up for its…

Good Wednesday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar. 🕗 News recap The following articles were published earlier today…

A crowd of 100 new citizens from 95 different countries was indeed pumped up Friday as former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, an actor and former bodybuilder, delivered the keynote address…

NEW YORK, July 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- COSRX, the award-winning skincare brand behind some of TikTok's most viral beauty trends, is making waves again - this time with a glossy…

(NAPSI)—Storms are growing more powerful and frequent, so having the right outdoor power equipment on hand can help you weather it better, says the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI). Home…

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When former President Joe Biden announced his diagnosis of prostate cancer on May 19, everything changed for people like Inger Rosner, an Inova urologist. Rosner and the entire field of…

During June, an increased effort was made to protect Fairfax County residents from scams. In a pair of meetings, one led by the Board of Supervisors and the Sully Committee…

The a cappella group will perform beloved hits of the ’90s

According to the Virginia Department of Health (VDH), drug overdose deaths among Virginia residents decreased by 43% in 2024.

So it’s hot now. Hot and humid. Makes me grateful for air conditioning. Whether you enjoy the heat or not, there are foods that can actually help cool your body…

The Vienna Little League All-Stars are doing the unthinkable this season. The team is made up of 8-10 year olds. After forming a new team at the beginning of June…

About 35 million years ago, the Hampton Roads area of Virginia was underwater, with the coastline dozens of miles west toward Richmond.

Congress' sweeping spending package dubbed the “one big beautiful bill,” marked a major legislative win for President Donald Trump — but clean energy advocates say it could derail future renewable…

The Actors Theatre at the ARTfactory in Manassas is inviting audiences to experience “Cabaret” like never before this month – with the entire theatre in Manassas transformed into the legendary…

Signed comprehensive MOU for cooperation in shipbuilding with Cochin Shipyard Limited, India, on July 4To provide ship design, equipment support, and technical collaboration — marking HD Hyundai's full-scale entry into…

HARARE, Zimbabwe, July 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The estate once known as 31 John Plagis Place, Salisbury, Rhodesia—named for its former owner, a decorated World War II flying ace—has once…

Modhaus's Cosmo app launches on the Abstract blockchain to deliver immersive, blockchain fan experiences—enabling artists like tripleS, ARTMS and idntt to connect directly with their global fanbases.

A slew of laws passed by the Virginia General Assembly went into effect this week, affecting students, drivers, consumers and more.

A person fatally struck by a train in Manassas Park early Friday morning has been identified as an 18-year-old from Manassas, according to Manassas Park police.

NEW YORK, July 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --

An 18-year-old man from Manassas was struck and killed by a train early Friday in Manassas Park.

SINGAPORE, July 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In September 2024, Skywork first open-sourced the Skywork-Reward series models and related datasets. Over the past nine months, these models and data have been…

BEIJING, July 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 30 years ago, while working in Xiamen, East China's Fujian Province, Xi Jinping led the formulation of 1985-2000 Xiamen Economic and Social…

Following in the footsteps of some of Reston's trendier, or at least blockier, apartment complexes, this vaguely Welsh-sounding business is currently under construction in RTC West, whatever that is. For those…

Fairfax County is working to address both the cause and effects of climate change.‌ ‌They hope to set an example by government action, and that all residents will discover ways…

It's been a while since we've chronicled the exploits of our friendly neighbor to the west, in large part because we haven't chronicled much of anything of late the arrival of…

The perennial rebranding of Lake Anne Village Center got a little more, um, titillating this week when our BFFs at Reston Now pointed out that the current logo is a…

Sad news: Just days after Rep. Gerry Connolly passed away on May 21, former Hunter Mill Supervisor Cathy Hudgins passed away on Saturday. Among many other accomplishments, she was instrumental…

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Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are our picks for the best events happening in the area! For more summer concerts check out The Sounds of Summer…

The McLean Community Center (MCC) offers the following activities in July 2025. Please check the center’s website, mcleancenter.org, for up-to-date information. Residents of the center’s tax district, Small District 1A-Dranesville, are…

Founders Row, the mixed-use destination in downtown Falls Church will celebrate the opening of Paragon Theaters with a free, dinosaur-themed community event on Saturday, July 5 from 2:00 PM –…

Summer family-friendly adventure full of art, selfies, and awesome prizes! Public Art Reston is thrilled to announce the launch of its 2025 Public Art Scavenger Hunt, an exciting, free, and family-friendly…

Arena Stage is offering an interstellar adventure with “A Wrinkle in Time,” a new musical playing through July 20. Based on Madeleine L’Engle’s beloved novel, this production takes audiences on…

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are our picks for the best events happening in the area! For more summer concerts check out The Sounds of Summer…

The Vienna Youth Players will take the stage at the Vienna Community Center this July with their summer production, “Anastasia -The Musical.” Adapted from the popular animated film and Broadway…

If you are traveling this summer, there is more to do to get ready than just pack your suitcase. Here are important tips for leaving your house for summer vacation.…

The VA250 Mobile Museum will visit Vienna Elementary School from July 10–12, 2025, bringing an interactive and high-tech exhibit that explores Virgina’s founding role in American history. The museum will…

Just Released Small Executive Suites Available  This Tysons Corner Office Building has a wide range of large to small offices to suit your needs! Meet the Tenants at 7777 Leesburg Pike…

Light up any room—no electrician needed. Put a light anywhere in the house—without an electrician or extra wires. Battery-operated and rechargeable lights are becoming a game-changer when looking for an…

The Reston Art Gallery’s 8th Annual Invitational exhibition will be on view from July 3 through July 27, 2025. Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., and Sundays, 12:00–5:00 p.m.) at Reston Art Gallery and Studios…

Time to make the doughnuts. The post Yoder’s Dutch Delights opens its doors in Loudoun first appeared on The Burn.

You’ve probably never heard of Joseph Michael Gleeson – but a hundred or so years ago, he achieved a fair amount of fame for his artwork. The post A century…

If you were to walk into an LCPS classroom, you would see students that fall for misinformation online, that comment on intentionally inflammatory content designed for engagement, that post without…

The Fourth of July weekend kicked off in Loudoun with hundreds of people lining the streets at parades in Leesburg and Purcellville in the morning.

The new Shake Shack in Reston is just about ready to roll – and now a manager at the store has given us the target opening date. The post New…

Burning Question: I was wondering if you know what is being built at 12708 James Monroe Highway in Leesburg? The post Burning Question: What is being built in northern Loudoun…

BEIJING, July 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from China.org.cn on BRICS cooperation:

"Khachkar Studios makes one of the largest philanthropic investments in modern history to advance Judeo-Christian faith"

SHANGHAI, July 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from english.shanghai.gov.cn

When our daughters take the field, they should know they’re competing on a level playing field. That shouldn’t be controversial. But today, it is.

This four-bedroom home at 23883 Ebony Eyes Court in Aldie is on the market for $1.54 million.

On a sunny but crisp afternoon this spring, more visitors than you might think trekked on a weekday to Ball’s Bluff Battlefield just outside Leesburg.

Good morning, Alexandria! Today is Sunday, July 6, the 187th day of 2025. There are 178 days left in the year. 🌦️ Today’s weather: Mostly sunny, with a high near…

Alexandria police are conducting a death investigation in the 500 block of N. West Street, prompting a significant police presence in the Old Town area Saturday evening. The Alexandria Police…

Good morning, Alexandria! Today is Saturday, July 5, the 186th day of 2025. There are 179 days left in the year. 🌦️ Today’s weather: Mostly sunny, with a high near…

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Thursday (July 3) a new round of administration and board appointments that includes four Alexandria residents, continuing a recent trend of Northern Virginia appointments to state…

Good Friday morning, Alexandria! Today is Friday, July 4, the 185th day of 2025. There are 180 days left in the year. This is Independence Day. On July 4, 1776,…

Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins sharply criticized the Trump administration’s decision to slash $186 billion from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program over the next decade, calling the cuts to food benefits…

A now-former daycare worker allegedly hit kids, wrapped a "walking rope" around a child's arm as punishment, and locked another in a closet, state inspectors say.

City Council has released more than $120,000 in reserve funding to the Alexandria Health Department. On Tuesday (July 1), Council approved the one-time funding to support the city’s Healthy Homes…

Get ready for some road repaving in Alexandria this month. Three Alexandria roadways will be repaved from July 7 to 18, according to the city. The street repaving will affect…

The City of Alexandria is seeking input from residents and visitors on a pilot program that has temporarily transformed the 200 block of King Street into a pedestrian-only zone, as…

The Alexandria City Council, this week, approved the three-year extension of an expired plan to build hundreds of residential units in Alexandria’s Landmark area. The three-year development special use permit…

The City of Alexandria announced Thursday the appointment of Dr. Wendy Ginsberg as its new Legislative Director, bringing nearly two decades of federal government experience to a demanding role that…