A new perfume boutique with an emphasis on niche fragrances is opening on Cameron Street in Old Town next week.
Arielle Shoshana will officially open its doors at 313 Cameron Street next Wednesday, Jan. 14, with a ribbon cutting scheduled at 5:30 p.m. Mayor Alyia Gaskins will be in attendance, the business announced this morning (Thursday).
A man who crashed into a fence in Seminary Hill yesterday (Wednesday) was driving himself to the hospital after an accidental shooting, according to the Alexandria Police Department.
The driver sustained a non-life threatening injury during the incident, which occurred at around 3:30 p.m. near the 4500 block of Seminary Road, APD said in a Facebook post.
Think you know Creekside Village Apartments? It is time to look again. Under dynamic new management, this hidden gem in the Alexandria area is undergoing a total transformation, blending stylish modern upgrades with the spacious, community-focused living you deserve.
Whether you are scanning the local housing market or searching for your next home online, here is why the newly reimagined Creekside Village deserves to be at the top of your list.
Modern Interiors, Fully Reimagined
Every single apartment at Creekside Village is receiving top-to-bottom interior renovations. Step inside to find premium finishes typically reserved for luxury price tags:
Community Upgrades on the Horizon
The interior upgrades are just the beginning. The new management team is actively investing in the neighborhood experience with exciting amenity enhancements:
Financial Flexibility and Affordable Living
Creekside Village is a dedicated affordable housing community, offering high-quality living tailored to your budget. Renting here means peace of mind, thanks to maximum allowable household income requirements and rents determined based on 60% and 70% of median area household incomes that keep your housing costs predictable.
Additionally, residents can take advantage of flexible rent payments through the Flex Platform, allowing you to split your monthly rent into smaller, budget-friendly payments that align with your unique payday schedule. (more…)
A new report on traffic safety in Northern Virginia is raising concerns about the number of “near miss” incidents in Alexandria, especially those involving children.
A total of 155 near miss incidents involving children were reported in Alexandria from January 2024 to December 2025 — more than in any other Northern Virginia locality, according to the report from Northern Virginia Families for Safe Streets (NoVA FSS). Of those incidents, 53 of them occurred at a single intersection in Potomac West.
An unattended Amazon delivery truck that was stolen from Duke Street in Landmark on Tuesday night was later recovered in a nearby parking lot.
The truck was reported stolen to the Alexandria Police Department just after 9 p.m. Tuesday at the 5200 block of Duke Street, APD spokesperson Tracy Walker told ALXnow. Shortly after, police recovered the vehicle less than a mile away in a parking lot at the 5300 block of Holmes Run Parkway.
Alexandria, VA – In recognition of World Pride Month, the City of Alexandria welcomes back the Annual LGBTQIA+ Pride fair on June 27 from 2 to 6 p.m. at John Carlyle Square Park (300 John Carlyle Street), sponsored by the City of Alexandria, Del Ray Community Partnership, Inova Pride, Kindred Tree Healing Center, and VEG ER for Pets.
Join neighbors, friends, and allies for an afternoon of music, creativity, and community. Enjoy emcee Rayceen Pendarvis, inspiring words from Alexandria leaders, live performances by the Funicular Project, line-dancing, and DJ Thunderbunny. Express yourself at the mobile art lab, grab a bite from local food vendors, and explore more than 100 Pride affirming programs, organizations, and businesses from across Alexandria. Families are invited to experience Drag Story Hour, celebrating imagination, joy, and the freedom to be your authentic self.
ICYMI: Ebbin Resigns, Causing ‘Political Domino Effect’ — “State Sen. Adam Ebbin (D-39) announced that he will be resigning to join Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger’s administration … Soon after Ebbin’s announcement, Del. Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (D-5) and former Del. Mark Levine (D-45) announced their intention to run for Ebbin’s seat. Additionally, Alexandria City Councilman R. Kirk McPike now says that he’s considering running for Bennett-Parker’s current seat.” [ALXnow]
Beyer Calls For ICE Accountability After Fatal Shooting — “The Trump Administration sent ICE to communities like Minneapolis to sow fear and division. A masked ICE agent just killed an unarmed woman without justification, and the Administration is lying about it. This doesn’t make us safer. We need an investigation and accountability.” [Rep. Don Beyer]
Rumors in Alexandria have finally been confirmed as State Sen. Adam Ebbin (D-39) announced Wednesday night that he will be resigning to join Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger’s administration.
Ebbin will be the senior advisor at the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority, according to a press release, and his resignation will go into effect Feb. 18. Soon after Ebbin’s announcement, Del. Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (D-5) and former Del. Mark Levine (D-45) announced their intention to run for Ebbin’s seat.
Good Wednesday 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 — Jan 7, 2026.
Here are today’s most-read articles:
Here is what’s going on Thursday in Alexandria, from our event calendar.
Expect a mostly sunny day with a high temperature near 53 degrees and light, variable winds. Moving into Thursday night, the skies will become mostly cloudy with a low around 40 degrees, accompanied by a southeast wind blowing at 3 to 6 mph. See more from Weather.gov.
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After a now-fired Alexandria City Public Schools administrator was found with a second job, the Alexandria City School Board is considering updates to its second job policy.
On Thursday, the School Board will review a policy update for employees' additional jobs beyond their school district employment. The proposed addition calls for no second jobs for ACPS chiefs, executive directors or directors unless the superintendent gives approval. It would apply for second jobs with an average of 10 hours per week for at least a month.
Alexandria was home to the reality TV show “Queer Eye” last summer as the Fab Five filmed their tenth and final season in the D.C. area.
The Netflix show held its production headquarters in a warehouse at Van Dorn Station during a five-week shoot from late June to August 2025, Visit Alexandria spokesperson Allison O’Keefe told ALXnow. The location was coordinated through a partnership between the city of Alexandria, Visit Alexandria and the Alexandria Economic Development Partnership.
