News

ALXnow Daily Debrief for Jan 30, 2026

By ALXnow.com

Good Friday evening, Alexandria. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.

🕗 News recap

The following articles were published earlier today — Jan 30, 2026.

Since it’s Friday, we’ve also compiled a list of the most-read articles of the week, below.

  1. UPDATED: Van Dorn Street reopened at scene of Sunday snowplow crash near Fairfax border (31119 views)
  2. Amazon Fresh will close Potomac Yard location as it shuts down all stores nationwide (18679 views)
  3. WMATA asks Alexandria for $35M to complete Potomac Yard Metro station (9149 views)
  4. Old Town property owner wants to convert boating supply store into powerlifting gym (5232 views)
  5. Alexandria temporarily suspends sidewalk enforcement while ‘Snow Buddy’ requests rise (4271 views)
  6. JUST IN: All ACPS schools closed tomorrow as winter storm continues (4250 views)
  7. Snowplows roving Alexandria after several inches of overnight snowfall (3935 views)
  8. Traffic delayed on I-495 near Alexandria after tractor-trailer driver ‘jack-knifed,’ hitting SUV (3742 views)
  9. Historic ‘Clarens Estate’ breaks Alexandria record for home sales in $7.5M deal (3605 views)
  10. Alexandria police investigating fatal shooting on N. Patrick Street (3547 views)

📅 Upcoming events

Here is what’s going on Saturday in Alexandria, from our event calendar.

Here are the events planned for Sunday:

🌥️ Saturday’s forecast

Expect mostly cloudy conditions with a high of around 19 degrees, while the wind chill may dip as low as -5 degrees due to a north wind blowing at 7 to 10 mph. On Saturday night, there’s a slight chance of snow before 1am and the temperature will drop to around 12 degrees. Wind chills may again hit -5 degrees as the north wind increases to 10-17 mph, with gusts up to 26 mph. Overall, there is a 20% chance of precipitation during the night. See more from Weather.gov.

💡 Quote of the Day

“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.”
– Wayne Gretzky

🌅 Tonight’s sunset

We hope you have a great weekend, Alexandria!

News

Alexandria police identify D.C. man killed in Wednesday shooting on N. Patrick Street

By Katie Taranto
Alexandria Police lights (staff photo by James Cullum)

The Alexandria Police Department has identified the man fatally shot Wednesday on N. Patrick Street as 27-year-old D.C. resident Marquette Holmes.

Officers had responded to shots fired at the 900 block of N. Patrick Street around 6:36 p.m. Wednesday. At the scene, police located a man, now identified as Holmes, and a teenage male suffering from gunshot wounds, first responders said on the scanner.

Go to Alexandria police identify D.C. man killed in Wednesday shooting on N. Patrick Street Read more
Sponsored

Most and least expensive homes – October

By Adrianna Vallario
This recurring Most and Least Expensive Home feature is sponsored by Adrianna Vallario of Compass. Based in the North Ridge area of Alexandria City, Adrianna is more than just a real estate agent – she is a trusted advisor, relocation expert, and community advocate.

In October 2026, 26 detached homes sold, 50 condos sold, and 41 townhomes sold. Detached home sales are down 40% when compared to the same time period last year, condos are down 52%, and townhomes are down 18%.

Most Expensive Detached Home Sales:

Least Expensive Townhome Sales:

3400 Saylor Pl - Listed by DSA Properties, photo from Bright MLS
3400 Saylor Pl – Listed by DSA Properties, photo from Bright MLS

If you have any questions about these listings, or are looking to make a move in the DMV, please contact Adrianna Vallario – Your Alexandria Real Estate Agent.

News

Alexandria will begin Black History Month with annual student poster exhibition

By Katie Taranto
Students' posters in the 2024 Martin Luther King, Jr. Poster Exhibition (via City of Alexandria/Facebook)

Black History Month starts this Sunday, and in Alexandria, it will be celebrated with the city’s annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Poster Exhibition.

More than 130 student posters inspired by the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. will go on display at the Charles Houston Recreation Center (901 Wythe Street), starting Sunday during an awards ceremony from 1-3 p.m. The event has showcased posters by students in grades 2-5 at Alexandria City Public Schools for over 30 years.

Go to Alexandria will begin Black History Month with annual student poster exhibition Read more
Announcement

Old Town Fitness Studio for People Over 50 Down to Final 2 Spots Before Saturday Deadline

By Revolutionary Fitness

Revolutionary Fitness is a semi-private strength and longevity training studio for adults 50+ at 215 N. Payne St. in Old Town. Registration for its 21-day Fall Into Fitness program closes this Saturday, October 31. Two spots remain.

The program is built for adults who never trained seriously, haven’t trained in years, or keep starting programs that don’t stick. Members get:

Go to Old Town Fitness Studio for People Over 50 Down to Final 2 Spots Before Saturday Deadline Read more
News

Councilmembers lobby for housing, school funding and gun safety laws in Richmond

By Emily Leayman
Vice Mayor Sarah Bagley testifies in support of a gun safety bill in the House Firearms Subcommittee (via Virginia General Assembly)

Members of City Council traveled to Richmond yesterday (Thursday) to advocate for more authority to expand housing options and increase state funding for school construction, among other goals.

Mayor Alyia Gaskins, Vice Mayor Sarah Bagley, Councilmembers John Taylor Chapman, R. Kirk McPike, Abdel Elnoubi and Canek Aguirre visited the state Capitol for a lobby day to advocate for their legislative priorities, which were set in December. They met with several lawmakers and members of Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s administration.

Go to Councilmembers lobby for housing, school funding and gun safety laws in Richmond Read more
News

Nonprofit leader Roberto Gomez joins race for open seat on City Council

By James Cullum
Cornerstone Craftsman Executive Director Roberto Gomez is launching a campaign for Alexandria City Council (courtesy photo)

Roberto Gomez, executive director of nonprofit Cornerstone Craftsman, will soon launch a special election campaign for an open seat on City Council.

Gomez plans to formally announce his candidacy at the Alexandria Democratic Committee’s meeting on Monday, he told ALXnow. The 38-year-old longtime West End resident said he is prepared to outwork opponents and can relate to the city’s underserved constituencies.

Go to Nonprofit leader Roberto Gomez joins race for open seat on City Council Read more
News

Alexandria’s apartment rents decline but remain above the regional median price

By Scott McCaffrey
Mason at Van Dorn apartments at 140 S. Van Dorn Street (via Mason at Van Dorn/Facebook)

Despite a year-over-year decline, apartment rents in Alexandria remain above the regional average, according to new data.

The overall median rental rate of $2,166 in the city was down 2.7% year-over-year in January, according to figures reported Jan. 28 by Apartment List. But it remained 2.3% above the median metro-area rate of $2,116 for the month.

Go to Alexandria’s apartment rents decline but remain above the regional median price Read more
News

City Council endorses regional ‘DMVMoves’ plan to secure $460M in new funding for Metro

By James Cullum
Escalators at the King St-Old Town Metro station (staff photo by James Cullum)

Alexandria City Council has unanimously endorsed a regional plan that would increase annual Metro funding by $460 million.

The “DMVMoves” plan from the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) would require an estimated $136 million from Virginia, $152 million from Maryland and $173 million from D.C. before fiscal year 2029, with a 3% annual escalation, to support Metro’s capital needs.

Go to City Council endorses regional ‘DMVMoves’ plan to secure $460M in new funding for Metro Read more
Around Town

Adoptable Pet of the Week: Boone, a playful puppy ‘sure to bring sunshine to your life’

By Katie Taranto
Boone (courtesy of Animal Welfare League of Alexandria)

Meet Boone, a puppy from the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria who just experienced his first snow with his foster home as he awaits a forever family.

The 7-month-old Boone weighs about 32 pounds and still has some growing to do. He would love a buddy who can take him on walks or hikes and give him enriching activities, like food puzzles. He “is sure to bring sunshine to your life through his playful puppy energy,” wrote a volunteer at AWLA.

Go to Adoptable Pet of the Week: Boone, a playful puppy ‘sure to bring sunshine to your life’ Read more
News

Morning Notes for January 30, 2026

By ALXnow.com
Virginia Tech Innovation Campus in the snow, Jan. 25, 2026 (staff photo by James Cullum)

On This Day in Alexandria History — “On January 30, 1849, resident Montgomery D. Corse, a prominent Alexandrian and military officer who had served in the Mexican War, left the city with a group of like-minded Alexandrians to seek their fortune in the California gold rush.” [Historic Alexandria]

Today: Deadline to Request Ballot By Mail — “Last day to request a ballot by mail for the February 10, 2026 Special Election. Applications must be received in the Voter Registration Office by 5pm.” Early voting, meanwhile, begins tomorrow. [City of Alexandria]

Go to Morning Notes for January 30, 2026 Read more
View More Stories