Ryan Belmore is a journalist based in Alexandria, Virginia. He served as Publisher of ALXnow from March to October 2025. He can be reached at [email protected].
Housing Alexandria, a nonprofit focused on affordable housing, has launched Rent Ready, a new online application system that makes it easier to apply for affordable housing.
The platform tackles common hurdles in the application process, such as confusing language, too much paperwork, and complex eligibility rules.
The Alexandria City Public Schools School Board has narrowed its redistricting options, eliminating the Circle Plan while advancing the Triangle 2 and Triangle 3 maps for elementary schools. The decision came during a six-hour Regular School Board meeting on May 29, setting the stage for a final vote on June 12.
For middle schools, the board will consider three options: Option B (minor changes), Option C (Quaker Lane), and Option E (a combination that includes specific grade 6-8 boundary lines for K-8 schools).
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The City of Alexandria is among thirteen cities across Virginia being classified as “Sanctuary jurisdictions”, according to President Trump’s administration.
“Executive Order 14287: Protecting American Communities from Criminal Aliens requires that a list of states and local jurisdictions that obstruct the enforcement of Federal immigration laws (sanctuary jurisdictions) be published,” according to the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) website. “Sanctuary jurisdictions including cities, counties, and states that are deliberately and shamefully obstructing the enforcement of federal immigration laws endangering American communities. Sanctuary cities protect dangerous criminal aliens from facing consequences and put law enforcement in peril”.
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) is seeking a permanent home for Steve, a 7-year-old, 90-pound dog currently residing with a foster family.
Steve is a laid-back and easygoing companion who does great on leash walks and gets along well with other dogs during playdates.
A 28-year-old Alexandria resident who works for the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) is in custody for allegedly attempting to transmit national defense information to an officer or agent of a foreign government.
Nathan Vilas Laatsch, an IT specialist in the DIA’s Insider Threat Division, was arrested Thursday in northern Virginia. He’s set to appear in court in the Eastern District of Virginia on Friday.
Alexandria officials are alerting residents to prepare for potential severe weather on Friday, May 30. The National Weather Service predicts a chance of thunderstorms and flash flooding in parts of Northern Virginia.
The forecast predicts widespread showers and thunderstorms that could bring strong winds, large hail, and flash flooding to the area.
The City of Alexandria is planning two special events this June to mark 81 years since D-Day.
On June 1, 2025, the Alexandria-Caen Sister City Committee will host its 15th Annual D-Day Commemoration at Market Square. This free event promises World War II reenactors, historical exhibits, and live jazz. The U.S. Army Fife and Drum Corps will perform, and a French market and activities for kids will also be available. Local officials and special guests will take part in a commemorative ceremony.
Chipotle Mexican Grill is opening a new restaurant in Alexandria on June 3 (Tuesday).
Chipotle, which already operates three restaurants in Alexandria (601 King Street, 4531 Duke Street, and 3425 Richmond Highway), will open at 3672 King Street in the Bradlee Shopping Center. The location was formerly the home of California Tortilla.
Alexandria is gearing up for a busy weekend, offering a diverse range of activities from Friday, May 30, through Sunday, June 1.
Highlights include the highly anticipated 16th Annual Taste of Del Ray, the city’s 81st D-Day Commemoration, and a chance to see improv legends Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood at The Birchmere, alongside numerous live music performances, workshops, and farmers markets citywide.
The Alexandria City School Board held a public hearing on the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) and the Alexandria Police Department (APD) on Tuesday (May 27). The hearing focused on proposed revisions to the agreement that governs the relationship between schools and law enforcement, including the role of School Resource Officers (SROs).
Four speakers addressed the board during the sixteen-minute hearing, expressing concerns about specific provisions in the proposed MOU. The primary issues raised include student privacy, access to educational records, and procedures for questioning students.
