Beyer: Halt AI Air Traffic System — “The FAA should not use my constituents as guinea pigs for an unproven AI air traffic control system,” Rep. Don Beyer (D) said, calling for the suspension of a new AI system managing flights at DCA and other Washington-area airports. [Press Release]
Track Vehicle Derails — “A track vehicle, not a train, derailed amid weekend bridge and track rehabilitation on the Yellow Line,” according to Metro. Trains ran only between Huntington and Arlington Cemetery yesterday, and the line will be suspended again this weekend. [ALXnow]
Marymount Seeks New Funds — Virginia and Maryland colleges designated Hispanic-serving institutions are looking for new money after the Trump administration canceled a $350 million grant program. “Three in 10 of our undergraduates are Hispanic,” Marymount University President Irma Becerra said. [WTOP]
Lyon Park Tree Down — A large tree fell at N. Highland Street and 5th Street N. just after 10 a.m. yesterday, blocking the road, taking down wires and prompting a fire department response. [ARLnow/X]
Alexandria Flock Pushback — One speaker peered at City Council through binoculars at Saturday’s public hearing on license plate readers. “You guys feeling super safe yet?” Nikki Enfield asked. The Arlington County Board voted last week to end the county’s use of Flock cameras. [ALXnow]
Senior Olympics Record — “A total of 1,356 residents aged 50 and older from across the local area are competing in 96 events at 34 locations during the 22 days of competition.” Fairfax County has the largest contingent, with Arlington second. [FFXnow]
Rare September Nor’easter — “A rare September nor’easter is forecast to intensify off the Mid-Atlantic coast this week and could bring heavy rain, gusty winds and rough sea conditions to millions of people along the Eastern Seaboard.” Its track remains uncertain. [Washington Post]
It’s Tuesday — Expect rain much of the day with patchy fog, a high near 66 and a northeast wind around 13 mph gusting to 24 mph. Rainfall totals of three quarters of an inch to an inch are possible. Rain continues tonight, with a low around 56. [NWS]
New Legal Notice — Hearing on telecom, taxes, penalties zoning amendments Oct. 5–7, 2026. [Public Notices]
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