Kids' First Years to wrap a DASH bus and kick off Alexandria's month of the young child
The two organizations will unveil a specially designed bus April 6, launching a month of events focused on early childhood development.
Transportation
Road projects, transit updates, bike and pedestrian infrastructure, and transportation planning in Alexandria.
Vice Mayor Bagley completes landmark year as VRE chair, transitions to immediate past chair role
During her term, VRE hit 100 million riders, hired its first female CEO, broke ground on a generational rail project in Old Town, and advanced a vision to become a regional system by 2050
Metro proposes more frequent bus service on Alexandria-area route as part of revised fiscal year 2027 budget
The Blue line frequency upgrade and a new paratransit fee are also in the mix; the WMATA board votes April 23
Alexandria gas prices top $4 a gallon as region-wide commuter program offers cash rewards and relief
With Virginia's average regular gas price up more than $1 from a month ago, Commuter Connections is promoting free tools to help residents reduce commuting costs — including a competition that launches April 1
VRE bridge project to bring noise, road closures to Rosemont this spring
Pile driving, lane shutdowns and pedestrian detours mark the start of a once-in-a-generation rail overhaul, according to the Rosemont Citizens' Association
City seeks input on bike, pedestrian upgrades along S. Van Dorn Street
NVTA-funded project would separate cyclists and pedestrians from traffic on S. Van Dorn Street bridges; public comment open through April 16
Alexandria to lower speed limits on two West End streets in April
The reductions on Edsall Road and Yoakum Parkway are part of the city's Vision Zero plan, which identified speeding as a top community concern
City Council schedules May 16 hearing on Braddock Road appeal as opposition organizing intensifies
Online petition reaches 936 signatures; second church joins appeal; yard signs appear along corridor
Metro proposes closing Braddock Road Kiss & Ride to make way for development
A public hearing is set for April 20. Here's what's proposed, what it means for riders, and how to weigh in before the April 30 comment deadline.
Alexandria kicks off spring maintenance season with street sweeping, pothole repairs, and more
City launches four seasonal programs aimed at cleaner streets, safer roads and sustainable resources
Traffic and Parking Board to weigh Old Town parking changes, bikeshare relocation Monday
Board's agenda also includes written updates on Braddock Road appeals, rising meter rates and a North Beauregard trail study
Cherry blossom season is here, and Alexandria's Blue and Yellow line riders get a break from weekend closures
Metro has paused all track work for the festival, giving Alexandria riders uninterrupted weekend service for the first time since mid-February
City to host pre-construction meeting on Eisenhower Metro pedestrian improvements
Virtual meeting set for March 26 to discuss construction schedule, traffic impacts
Alexandria to deploy sensor-equipped vehicle to map street conditions in real time
Federally funded pilot will test four competing technologies on West End and Old Town routes, with an eye toward citywide expansion
Virginia Railway Express names first chief operations officer since 2019
Appointment comes as agency navigates Long Bridge construction, eyes major service expansion
Alexandria eyes extension of Beauregard Trail to Fairfax County line
Feasibility study launched as city seeks to close gaps for pedestrians and cyclists along busy four-lane corridor