Two people are in custody after a Sunday morning (Oct. 4) shooting in Alexandria, according to police.
The shooting happened in the 100 block of Ellsworth Street, which is in the Taylor Run neighborhood next to the Alexandria Commons shopping center. According to the scanner traffic around 8:39 a.m., multiple 911 callers reported they heard multiple gunshots and screaming.
Good Friday evening, Alexandria. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.
The following articles were published earlier today — Oct 2, 2026.
Here are today’s most-read articles:
Since it’s Friday, we’ve also compiled a list of the most-read articles of the week, below.
Here is what’s going on Saturday in Alexandria, from our event calendar.
Here are the events planned for Sunday:
Showers are possible this afternoon, mainly between 1 PM and 3 PM, with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 69°F. There will be a north wind at 5 to 8 mph, and the chance of precipitation is 30%. Saturday night may see more showers after 2 AM, with increasing clouds and a low around 59°F. Winds will be light from the east, with a 30% chance of precipitation. See more from Weather.gov.
“Keep your face always toward the sunshine—and shadows will fall behind you.”
– Walt Whitman
We hope you have a great weekend, Alexandria!
Experience the best of Del Ray living at 103 and 103A E Oxford Avenue, brand-new residences built by locally renowned Old Creek Homes. Thoughtfully designed, beautifully finished, and just moments from Mount Vernon Avenue, these townhomes offer the opportunity to enjoy new construction without giving up the character, energy, and convenience that make Del Ray one of Alexandria’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
Here, the neighborhood becomes an extension of your home. Start the morning with a short walk to coffee on the Avenue, spend an afternoon exploring Del Ray’s shops, parks, and more.
It’s a busy start to October as many visitors will arrive to the city for a returning arts festival.
Art on the Avenue will draw tens of thousands to Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray. But if you’re looking for something smaller, check out Civil War Shelter Day at Fort Ward, Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill’s Pumpkin Patch, Douglass Cemetery tour or Rosemont Citizens Association’s Oktoberfest.
Old Town Alexandria studio Body Imperium is rebranding as Imperium Strength and Longevity while continuing its established complimentary consultation and guided ARX® experience
Alexandria, Virginia – October 1, 2026 – Alexandria residents looking for a more efficient and measurable way to build strength can schedule a complimentary consultation and guided ARX® experience with Imperium Strength and Longevity, also known as Imperium, and formerly known as Body Imperium.
Governor Abigail Spanberger (D) heavily criticized President Donald Trump on Thursday night in Alexandria and said that his administration’s attempts to upend voter registrations across the country won’t work in Virginia.
Spanberger was the keynote speaker at the Alexandria branch of the NAACP’s annual Freedom Fund Dinner, held at The Satire, Autograph Collection hotel in Old Town North. Spanberger, Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones (D) and Mayor Alyia Gaskins (D) all received “breaking barriers” awards from the organization.
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The Alexandria A Cappella Collective – composed of award-winning men's and women's choruses the Harmonizers and Metro Voices, respectively – is excited to announce that registration is open for the ’26-’27 season of its youth chorus, Capital Force! Students learn a unique form of a cappella from top educators and will perform locally and on the Barbershop Harmony Society International stage in February.
The kick off rehearsal includes voice placement, an informal audition, vocal warm-ups, and singing together. You will also learn about the season’s dates and rehearsal expectations. Interested singers are welcome to try the first rehearsal before deciding whether to join.
Meet Aries Ann, a 1-year-old at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria simply looking for a home to match her sweet nature.
It may take a bit of time for Aries Ann to warm up to new people. But once she does, her fun-loving nature will come out.
Alexandria Police Chief Tarrick McGuire said that the suspect charged with the murder of Charles Talley in the city’s West End on July 15 was tracked down with automatic license plate reader (ALPR) technology, and he has since been extradited from North Carolina.
The victim, Charles Talley, was shot and killed on the evening of Wednesday, July 15, in the parking lot of the ParcView Apartments in the 5300 block of Holmes Run Parkway. Corey Delantau Stubblefield has been held without bond since his arrest in North Carolina on Aug. 27, and was charged with first-degree murder and use of a firearm in commission of murder.
For some, the perfect coffee shop offers tasty caffeinated beverages, an expansive menu and ambiance. Others may say it simply comes down to which brews the best beans. Either way, Alexandria has plenty of options between independent roasters and neighborhood cafes.
Here are the nominees for “Coffee Shop in Alexandria” as part of our returning ALXnow Readers’ Choice awards.
Did we miss your go-to coffee shop? Write them in!
Voting will close in two weeks.
Voting for the Best Restaurant for a Fancy Dinner is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday at 8:30 a.m.
Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Neighborhood in Alexandria. The results are now official:
1. Del Ray
2. Old Town
3. Rosemont
Independent Policing Auditor Ameratu Kamara has resigned amid several investigations into deaths in Alexandria police custody.
Alexandria City Council met this morning (Oct. 2) to accept Kamara’s resignation, effective Oct. 3. City Council’s 6-0 vote will provide Kamara with five months of salary as severance pay and payout of any unused leave.
The tradition of picking out pumpkins and other gourds for the fall season is returning to Alexandria’s Seminary Hill neighborhood in October.
For a 33rd year Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill (3606 Seminary Road) will host its annual Pumpkin Patch from Saturday, Oct. 3 to Saturday, Oct. 31. The Pumpkin Patch will offer pumpkins in a variety of sizes grown by Navajo Nation farmers, as well as other gourds, homemade soups, baked goods and seasonally-themed crafts. Prices start at $1 and vary by size.
The National Museum of the American Indian’s Native Cinema Showcase is an annual celebration of the best in Native film. The festival celebrates the best of Indigenous film, spanning documentaries, features, animations, and short-format films by Indigenous filmmakers from across the Western Hemisphere and Arctic.
