The Pentagon City mall was evacuated Saturday evening due to a suspicious vehicle in an adjacent parking garage.
Arlington County police and the bomb squad investigated over the course of several hours. Photos and video from the scene showed a large emergency response and authorities operating an unmanned vehicle to inspect the car.
Kosa So has coached on various levels of the game
Having coached various high-school basketball teams over the years, Kosa So thought his involvement on that level of the sport had ended.
Local and state authorities are investigating after a dead bear was found in a plastic bag in Arlington.
A Nextdoor user posted about the grisly discovery Friday, before authorities were called.
Her daughter had been in a car accident, and the situation was much worse than a simple fender bender. At least, that’s what the mother was led to believe.
“All I knew is that she was potentially in a serious amount of trouble,” the mother said.
Arlington County police are investigating a robbery and stabbing outside of Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
The incident happened around 11 a.m. Friday behind the school at 125 S. Old Glebe Road.
With the Democratic primary vote weeks away, one Arlington County Board candidate maintains a clear lead in endorsements from local officials.
Dozens of current and former county leaders have thrown their hat in the ring for Tenley Peterson ahead of the June 18 vote. Additions in recent weeks include outgoing County Board Chair Libby Garvey, former Arlington Sheriff Beth Arthur, former County Board member Christian Dorsey and outgoing Arlington School Board Chair Cristina Diaz-Torres.
Arlington County is taking steps to unilaterally secure and demolish the vacant Key Bridge Marriott in Rosslyn.
The county announced Friday morning that it has declared the property at 1401 Langston Blvd a “public nuisance… due to its unsafe and unsanitary conditions.”
Prepping for Hurricane Season — “The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season officially begins on June 1, and it is shaping up to be a busy one. This year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) predicts an above normal hurricane season, with more frequent and stronger storms predicted. With this heightened risk, being prepared is more critical than ever. Preparing for emergencies before they strike can significantly reduce stress and ensure your family’s safety.” [Arlington County]
Superintendent Wants Fewer Suspensions — “Would arbitrarily reducing the number of Arlington Public Schools students suspended in a given year be a net plus or net minus for those students and the broader school community? That’s a decision School Board members will have to grapple with over the coming month, although Superintendent Francisco Durán and his top staff already have made their preference known.” [Gazette Leader]
Arlington Pride Event This Weekend — “On Saturday, June 1st, all are welcome to stop by the Arlington Pride Block Party and celebrate the culture, history, diversity and LGBTQIA+ community that lives, works and plays in one of Arlington’s most colorful and vibrant community. The Arlington Pride kick-off Block Party will take place from 4:30 pm – 9:30 pm at Water Park.” [Event]
Marymount’s Increasing Sports Focus — “While summer often evokes relaxation and leisure, Marymount University tennis coach and visiting professor Tim Bainton will spend the season laying the groundwork for a thriving sports management program as he plans new classes and events for the upcoming year.” [Marymount University]
Strong Finishes for Wakefield Track — “With a combined five first-place finishes by individuals, the Wakefield Warriors girls and boys teams each finished second in the 6D North Region outdoor track and field championships. The boys had three winners and the girls two at the recent two-day high-school meet at South Lakes High School in Reston.” [Gazette Leader]
It’s Friday — Expect sunshine and a high around 75 degrees with a north wind of 8 to 13 mph. In the evening, clear skies will persist, and the temperature will drop to about 56 degrees, accompanied by a west wind of 3 to 5 mph. [NWS]
A set of upgrades to an I-395 interchange and trails near Long Bridge Park are officially complete.
Officials from Arlington County, the Virginia Department of Transportation and the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority hosted a ribbon cutting today (Thursday) for the Boundary Channel Drive Interchange project.
A pair of reported armed robberies added to a busy Wednesday for Arlington County police.
The first happened shortly before 2:30 p.m. at the McDonald’s near the Rosslyn Metro station. Initial reports suggest that a woman armed with a pink gun demanded a burger.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating another near miss at Reagan National Airport.
The Wednesday morning incident, reported by NBC 4, follows the April 18 incident in which two airliners nearly collided on the ground.
Arlington has failed to collect more than $1 million in security alarm registration fees over the past four years, according to county data.
The Arlington County Board passed an ordinance in 2020 requiring all alarm owners to pay a $25 annual registration fee for every alarm system. Based on the estimated 13,492 systems in the county at the time, the county was expected to generate an additional $337,000 in revenue every year.
