By JOSH FUNK AP Transportation Writer
Investigators probing the January midair collision of a passenger plane and an Army helicopter over Washington that killed 67 people found the chopper was flying higher than it should have been and its altitude readings were inaccurate.
A new Arlington Historical Society exhibition looks at the life and legacy of what may have been Arlington’s first Chinese-inspired restaurant.
“The Family Tea House: Where Culture and Cuisine Met in Arlington” delves into the story of Family Tea House, the dishes it offered and the role it played in a brief but important episode in Virginia’s civil rights movement.
Virginia’s annual tax holiday returns this weekend, bringing three days of discounted shopping across the state.
Between Friday and Sunday, Arlington’s 6% sales tax will not apply to any of the following items, bought in-store or online.
Arlington officials have no authority to regulate how state or federal agencies, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement, conduct local operations, legal staff say.
This includes whether or not ICE officers wear masks while detaining people.
Falls Church is considering changes to trash and recycling services, but city leaders say a voter referendum is unlikely.
The changes could decrease the financial burden on some property owners while increasing fees for single-family homeowners.
Fmr. Nats Manager Selling House — “Former Washington Nationals Manager Dave Martinez is ready to say goodbye to his Arlington home. Martinez was fired July 7, along with General Manager Mike Rizzo. His Crystal City home is now listed as “coming soon” in Bright MLS, the region’s multiple listing service. The five-bedroom, four-and-a-half bath home, spanning 4,500 square feet, will list for $2.5 million as soon as Thursday.” [WBJ]
Move-Ins Start at The Wendy — “Greystar… recently welcomed residents to its newest high-rise community… The Wendy totals 231 residential units that average 913 square feet. While it offers studios, including 33 Ori furnished units, its mix focuses on multiple bedroom and bathroom units to accommodate families and empty nesters.” [Press Release]
New Library Exhibit — “To commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, Arlington Public Library has partnered with community organizations for the exhibition “From Barriers to Ballots—The Fight for Equal Voting Rights in Virginia,” to tell the stories of activists in Arlington and Northern Virginia who fought for voting rights.” [Arlington County]
Hearings on Midair Crash — “The National Transportation Safety Board will hold three days of hearings starting Wednesday on January’s midair collision between an American Airlines passenger jet and an Army helicopter over the nation’s capital that killed 67 people. The goal: Pinpoint exactly what went wrong and what can be done to avoid similar midair crashes between passenger planes and military aircraft. The accident was the nation’s deadliest plane crash since November 2001.” [Associated Press]
Robbery Near Langston Blvd — “2500 block of N. Harrison Street. At approximately 8:40 a.m. on July 26, police were dispatched to the report of a robbery. Upon arrival, it was determined the male suspect entered the business, concealed merchandise in bags and walked towards the exit of the store without payment. When the suspect was confronted by an employee, the suspect made threatening statements before fleeing the scene on foot with the merchandise.” [ACPD]
Local Nutmobile Sighting — “Corporal Bennett and K9 Beny heard there was a peanut butter burglar in Crystal City and tracked down a possible suspect vehicle this morning.” [ACPD/X]
It’s Wednesday — Expect sunny, hot conditions with temperatures reaching a high near 98 and heat index values up to 103. A calm wind will shift to 5 to 7 mph from the south in the afternoon. For Wednesday night, it will be mostly clear with a low of around 77. [NWS]
Two LGBTQ+ advocacy groups are calling for Arlington Public Schools to defy federal attempts to dismantle the school system’s anti-discrimination policy for transgender students.
Both Equality Arlington and the Arlington Gender Identity Alliance (AGIA) issued statements this week on the results of a U.S. Department of Education investigation into five Northern Virginia school districts.
Update on 11/21/25 — All charges against the suspect have been dropped or dismissed.
A professional rugby player for local team Old Glory DC has been charged with rape in Arlington.
The cost of funding Metro service may be one of the issues taking center stage in this year’s race for Arlington County Board.
The five candidates on the Nov. 4 ballot have a variety of competing views on how much, if any, additional local funding should be provided for regional transit service.
Construction Scam Warning — “Several community members have reported individuals posing as contractors, in some cases stating they are Arlington County contractors, going door-to-door to offer driveway sealing, roof repairs and other construction/property improvement work that is ultimately not performed following the exchange of a monetary advance in the form of cash, check or electronic payment.” [ACPD]
Indecent Exposure in Ballston — “At approximately 1:26 a.m. on July 24, an officer observed the male suspect in the area exposing himself. The officer confronted the suspect and subsequently detained him. During the course of the investigation, it was determined the suspect had previously exposed himself on July 20 and additional warrants were obtained for the prior incident.” [ACPD]
Nearby: Potomac Yard Proposal — “JBG Smith is partnering with Toll Brothers and Wesley Housing Development Corp. to build 639 housing units across three vacant parcels in Alexandria’s Potomac Yard. The development includes multifamily units, affordable housing, and townhouses, with city council hearings anticipated by the end of 2025.” [WBJ]
It’s Tuesday — The weather will be mostly sunny and hot, reaching a high near 98 and heat index values up to 102. The wind is expected to be light and variable. As for Tuesday night, it will start off mostly cloudy and gradually clear up, with a low temperature of around 77. A south wind of 3 to 5 mph is anticipated. [NWS]
A 27-year-old man was arrested over the weekend after allegedly trying to knife someone during an early morning altercation near Clarendon’s bar district.
It happened around 2 a.m. Sunday at the intersection of Washington Blvd and N. Garfield Street. The man “became agitated” while talking to the male victim and tried to strike him with a knife, according to Arlington County police.
Police are investigating an attempted bank robbery in Ballston and an attempted carjacking near Columbia Pike.
The incidents both happened last Thursday.
