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DEVELOPING: Alexandria preparing for Sunday storm as NWS issues Winter Weather Advisory

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Snow and ice in February 2026 (staff photo by James Cullum)

Between 2 and 4 inches of snowfall are expected to fall over Alexandria tomorrow (Sunday), according to a new Winter Weather Advisory issued by the National Weather Service this afternoon.

A mix of rain and snow are expected during the day Sunday, which could transition into full snowfall after 10 p.m., according to the latest NWS forecast. The new advisory tells D.C.-area residents to “plan on slippery road conditions.” It will be in effect from 5 p.m. Sunday through 10 a.m. Monday, potentially affecting commutes.

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Listing of the Day: 1700 Dewitt Ave

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1700 Dewitt Ave

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High Wind Warning issued for Alexandria on Saturday

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Scenes from Old Town as a storm front bringing rain and high winds moves through the region (staff photo by Jay Westcott)

Wind gusts up to 60 mph could reach Alexandria this weekend as the National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning in the region.

This weekend in the D.C. area is expected to be very windy and cold, with wind chills between 0 and 10 degrees below zero, according to NWS. The advisory warns of potential tree and power line damage as well as travel difficulties and hypothermia with exposure.

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Washington Post says one-third of its staff across all departments is being laid off

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A sign for the Washington Post is seen at the company's offices, Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

The Washington Post says one-third of its staff across all departments, not just the newsroom, is being laid off.

The troubled Post began implementing large-scale cutbacks on Wednesday, including eliminating its sports department and shrinking the number of journalists it stations overseas. The changes were announced by executive editor Matt Murray in a Zoom meeting with staff.

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Alexandria families prepare for the worst as immigration crackdowns spark fear, uncertainty

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ICE and the FBI making arrests in Annandale (image via ICE)

Some Alexandria families are bracing for potential immigration enforcement following a wave of executive orders signed by President Donald Trump in his first days back in office.

While there have been no confirmed reports of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in Alexandria, local advocacy groups say immigrant families are preparing for the worst.

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Recovery efforts underway after military helicopter and regional jet collide near National Airport

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Response to aircraft crash in the Potomac near National Airport, as seen from Gravelly Point (staff photo by James Cullum)

Update at 10 a.m. — It’s expected that there are no survivors of the midair collision. Recovery efforts are currently underway.

A massive emergency response is on scene of an aircraft crash in the water near Reagan National Airport.

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Opinion

Poll: No tax on tips in Virginia?

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Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin speaks at the announcement of a new arena for the Washington Wizards and Capitals in Potomac Yard in Alexandria, Dec. 13, 2023 (staff photo by James Cullum)

Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) says Virginia workers shouldn’t pay state tax on tips they get from customers.

Adopting the policy — supported on a federal level by both president-elect Donald Trump and vice president Kamala Harris during the recent election — would let tipped workers keep an extra $70 million each year throughout the Commonwealth, the governor’s office said in a press release Monday.

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A quick thank you to our advertisers

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As we approach Thanksgiving, we want to express our gratitude to the local businesses and organizations that have supported ALXnow’s mission of delivering essential community news throughout 2024.

Our advertisers make it possible for us to bring you timely, accurate local journalism while keeping our content free and accessible to all Alexandria residents.

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Proposed Seminary Road townhomes draw ire of nearby neighbors

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Proposed townhomes at 5216 Seminary Road (image via City of Alexandria)

A proposal to add seven new townhomes on Seminary Road is headed to the Planning Commission this week (docket item 9) and has stirred up some controversy in the neighborhood.

The plan by Verity Builders LLC is to build six market-rate townhouses and one affordable townhouse at 5216 Seminary Road. Each home will be three stories plus a roof deck and garage.

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