Fairfax County Police Department Officer Charged with Assault Against Community Member
Colonel Edwin C. Roessler Jr., Fairfax County Police Chief: ‘These acts are unacceptable.’
"The body-worn camera video I am releasing shows a Fairfax County police officer deploying force in violation of our use of force policies … They are criminal acts which violate our oath of office, and they ignore the sanctity of human life," said Colonel Edwin C. Roessler Jr., Fairfax County Police Chief, the day after one of his officers deployed an "electronic control weapon," multiple times on an African American male who did not appear to be a threat.
All I Need Is Aldi: A Kid-Friendly Treat to Cool Down This Summer
Lately, time has had a way of slowing down. The days have seemed longer at home, especially for those of us with kids that are out of school.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: On the Recent Death of Mr. George Floyd
I do not believe our country engages in systematic racism!
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Applauding Vetoes
As Virginia's Spring legislative session wound down Governor Northam vetoed three healthcare bills. What isn't clear about these bi-partisan bills intended to expand insurance access is what they really entail.
Hundreds Rally in Alexandria to End Racism
Peaceful demonstration held at police headquarters.
A group of more than 500 demonstrators gathered outside Police Headquarters June 2 as part of a vigil to “End White Silence in Alexandria” in the wake of the May 25 killing of George Floyd, an unarmed black man, while in police custody in Minneapolis.
Opinion: Commentary: Be Safe at Home
While we continue to spend the majority of our time at home, I wanted to highlight one of the major dangers that exist in and around our homes: poisons.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Close King Street from the Potomac River to the King Street Metro Station
As I write this, Alexandria's about to take a modest step toward re-opening. Our elected officials have been leaders in the rational approach to containing the deadly COVID-19 virus and protecting Alexandria's citizens and visitors.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: We Pledge to Prevent the Sprout of Racism in Alexandria
We, the undersigned, are members of the Alexandria Human Rights Commission, but we submit this letter in our own capacity as residents of this great city we call home.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: From Police Chief Michael Brown
Last week, I too watched a video that shocked me in many ways. Personally, and professionally, I was appalled at what I saw. I witnessed a homicide at the hands of a cop, and the victim of that homicide was Mr. George Floyd.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: We Cannot Wait to Win Over Hearts and Minds
I have been struggling to find words and honestly still can’t. The week has been draining both physically and emotionally on top of trying to figure out how to live in a pandemic.
Historic Moment in Alexandria
Controversial statue relocated to an undisclosed location.
For 131 years, the lone figure stood at the intersection of Washington and Prince streets in Old Town.
Opinion: Commentary: Harness Outrage to Battle Toward Justice
I begin by noting I am aware that words alone cannot rectify the problems our country is experiencing.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: A Moment to Act
I’m sure folks have seen the protests this weekend in response to George Floyd’s murder at the hands of police officers, and years of violence against the Black community.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: From the Bahá’ís of Alexandria
To Mayor Justin Wilson: Your May 29 letter takes a bold step in frankly acknowledging the pervasive culture of white supremacy that pollutes our nation and in sharing the collective despair that many are feeling.
Springfield High Schoolers Start a Coffee Business
First consumers: area high schoolers.
With many coffee shops closed or their business hours shortened during the COVID-19 pandemic, two high schoolers have fulfilled locals’ coffee cravings.
A Call to End ‘White Silence’
Demonstrators converge at Public Safety Headquarters in Fairfax.
After seven days of nationwide protests, escalating riots and looting by some in the fallout from the death of African-American George Floyd while being arrested by a white officer in Minneapolis, Showing Up for Racial Justice (SURJ) Northern Virginia held protests at two northern Virginia police headquarters.
Fairfax City Helps Restaurants Serve Customers Outdoors
With Northern Virginia now in Phase I of reopening – and rapidly heading toward Phase II – the Fairfax City Council last week approved two emergency ordinances to help local restaurants serve customers outdoors.
‘We Didn’t Know it Would End that Fast’ in Centreville
Gate Post Estates holds a graduation parade.
Thanks to COVID-19, this year’s high-school seniors didn’t get to have their achievements and graduation recognized in a public way.
Springfield Town Center Reopens
The center is using all precautions in the midst of the pandemic.
Springfield Town Center
Flores Perseveres as Pandemic Cancels Some Plans
Marissa Flores’ determination as wheelchair basketball competitor leads her to sports management, working with children.
Mount Vernon High School student