Person running for cover in the rain (staff photo by James Cullum)
A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for Alexandria and other parts of the D.C. region as several rounds of downpours pass through today (Sunday).
The National Weather Service issued the warning from 4:34 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., and a Flash Flood Watch continues until midnight. A Flash Flood Warning means forecasters anticipate flash flooding is happening or expected to soon begin.
Finding a restaurant that works for the whole family — from picky toddlers to adults seeking variety — can be a challenge in any city. Alexandria has no shortage of family-friendly dining options, from casual spots with children’s menus to restaurants with activities to keep little ones entertained.
Here are the nominees for “Best Family Dinner Spot in Alexandria” as part of our returning ALXnow Readers’ Choice awards.
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Voting for the Best Race for Runners is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday at 8:30 a.m.
Traffic near the George Washington Masonic Memorial during a storm (staff photo by James Cullum)
As thunderstorms advance into the evening, the National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Alexandria and the rest of the D.C. region.
Capital Weather forecasters say multiple rounds of storms are possible Tuesday afternoon and evening. The Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 10 p.m.
Fall is months away, which means peak season for Alexandria’s beloved running events. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a casual 5K participant, Alexandria has a variety of races that showcase scenic routes, strong community spirit and charity causes.
Here are the nominees for “Best Race for Runners in Alexandria” as part of our returning ALXnow Readers’ Choice awards.
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Voting will close in two weeks.
Voting for the Best Food Truck in Alexandria is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday at 8:30 a.m.
Hazy conditions in Alexandria due to wildfire smoke, July 17, 2026 (staff photo by James Cullum)
Smoke from the wildfires raging in Canada is having more of an impact Friday in Alexandria and the D.C. region.
Alexandria is under an Air Quality Alert Friday (July 17), Mayor Alyia Gaskins said in a social media update. According to AirNow air quality monitoring, the current air quality index in Alexandria exceeded 200, reaching the “very unhealthy” level.
Noteworthy: Historic Old Town home with two outdoor spaces and one off-street parking space
Circa 1875, this semi-detached townhouse offers gracious rooms for entertaining and everyday living, a private outdoor retreat, and one off-street parking space. The stylish living room features parquet flooring, crown molding, plantation shutters, and a gas fireplace with a marble surround and ventless gas logs. The formal dining room offers parquet flooring and crown molding, while a striking chandelier adds warmth and elegance, creating an inviting atmosphere for entertaining.
The Alexandria skyline viewed from Belle View (Staff photo by Jay Westcott)
An Air Quality Alert and Heat Advisory have been issued for Alexandria as wildfire smoke combined with high temperatures could have an impact Thursday (July 16).
Alexandria and the region are under a Code Orange Air Quality Alert, which means conditions may be unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children, older adults, and people with asthma, heart disease or other lung diseases.
Hot day in Alexandria (staff photo by James Jarvis)
The heat wave is back in Alexandria this week.
The National Weather Service issued a Heat Advisory for Alexandria from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday. The real-feel heat index could climb as high as 106 degrees.
Rain starts to come down in Arlandria (Staff photo by James Cullum)
Alexandria is facing a flood watch today (Thursday) as storms with potential for downpours are in the forecast.
The National Weather Service issued the flood watch from 2-11 p.m. in Alexandria and other parts of the D.C. region. Forecasters say strong storms developing in the afternoon have the ability to create flash flooding.