6-Plexes, Townhomes Among 1st Missing Middle Applications In Arlington

Among the first Missing Middle Housing applications filed with Arlington are requests to built 6-plexes in the Lyon Park and Ballston areas.

Virginia Prisons Reopening To Visitors In Phased-In Approach

The Virginia Department of Corrections said it expects in-person family visitation will be resumed at all facilities statewide by Oct. 1.

Virginia Extends Expanded Child Care Subsidies To End Of 2021

Families with young children will have improved access to child care through an extension of Virginia's expanded Child Care Subsidy Program.

Arlington Area Unemployment Unchanged: Feds

The unemployment rate in Arlington County is lower than the Virginia average.

Business Group Wants Urban Boulevard For Route 1 In Crystal City

National Landing BID is trying to drum up public support for making Route 1 a street-level urban boulevard in Crystal City.

Virginia's COVID-19 State Of Emergency Comes To An End

Virginia’s COVID-19 state of emergency officially ended at 11:59 p.m. Wednesday after Gov. Ralph Northam chose not to extend the order.

New Virginia Laws Take Effect On July 1: Pot, Bicycles, Balloons

From abolishing the death penalty to allowing simple possession of marijuana, several new laws will be taking effect in Virginia on July 1.

Arlington County On Verge Of Meeting Biden's COVID Vaccine Goal

This is how the Arlington area compares to Virginia and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

How Arlington County Precincts Voted In 2021 Democratic Primary

Former Gov. Terry McAuliffe won all of Arlington's precincts, while incumbent Del. Mark Levine lost his bid for the Democratic nomination.

Incumbent Del. Levine Loses To Bennet-Parker In 45th District

Incumbent Delegate Mark Levine lost his primary election in the 45th district and the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor Tuesday.

Arlington Primary Election Results 2021: Polls Closed

Results are beginning to come in for the Democratic House of Delegates nomination and the vacant county board seat in Arlington.

Unemployment Improves In Arlington Area: Feds

Arlington County's unemployment rate is lower than the Virginia average.

Virginia Primary Election 2021: Statewide Candidates, How To Vote

Tuesday's Democratic primary election features races for governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and more.

Democratic Primary In Arlington: When, Where To Vote

Polls will be open in Arlington on Tuesday, from 6 a.m.-7 p.m. If you're in line by 7 p.m., you'll still be able to vote.

Arlington Primary Election 2021: Early Voting Deadline Coming Up

No-excuse early voting is available by mail or in person at the Office of Voter Registration & Elections.

Candidate Profile: Karishma Mehta For VA House Of Delegates

Early voting is already underway for the Democratic primary on June 8.

Arlington Democrats Pick Candidate For Empty School Board Seat

Mary Kadera received the most votes in the Arlington County Democratic Committee's first ever virtual caucus for school board.

Candidate Profile: Takis Karantonis For Arlington County Board

Early voting is already underway for the Democratic primary on June 8.

VA Governor Directs $20M To Unemployment Insurance Program

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam is expanding the state's ability to process unemployment claims by investing an additional $20 million.

Broadband Speed In Arlington Area: See How It Compares To Rest Of U.S.

Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.

Candidate Profile: Chanda Choun For Arlington County Board

Early voting is already underway for the Democratic primary on June 8.

Candidate Profile: Alfonso Lopez For VA House Of Delegates

Early voting is already underway for the Democratic primary on June 8.

Arlington Primary 2021: Voter Registration Deadline Approaches

The primary election is coming up for Arlington County Board, House of Delegates, governor and more.

Candidate Profile: Miranda Turner For Arlington School Board

Arlington County Democrats are conducting a virtual school board caucus beginning Monday to chose who they will endorse in November.

Candidate Profile: Mary Kadera For Arlington School Board

Arlington County Democrats are conducting a virtual school board caucus beginning Monday to chose who they will endorse in November.

McAuliffe's Ability To Defeat Youngkin Questioned By Candidates

Terry McAuliffe's fellow candidates for the Democratic nomination are pointing to his slim victory over Republican Ken Cuccinelli in 2013.

State Tax Filing Deadline For Virginians Less Than A Week Away

Virginia extended the deadline by a couple weeks due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Normally, Virginians must file their state taxes by May 1.

Meet The Candidate: Terry McAuliffe Seeks Nomination For Governor

Former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe is one of five candidates vying for the Democratic nomination for governor of Virginia in 2021.

How Virginia Congressional Delegation Scored On Bipartisan Index

The annual index ranks every member of Congress, including Abigail Spanberger and Mark Warner, on how willingly they work across the aisle.

Meet The Candidate: Glenn Youngkin Seeks Nomination For Governor

Glenn Youngkin, a long-time business leader, is one of seven candidates seeking the Republican nomination for governor of Virginia in 2021.

REAL ID Deadline Extended Again For Virginia, Rest Of Nation

U.S. residents will have an additional 19 months to get their REAL ID after the Department of Homeland Security delayed the requirement.

Virginia Keeps Same Congressional Seats After 2020 U.S. Census

U.S. Census officials found the population in Virginia increased by more than 630,000 people since the 2010 Census.

Virginia’s Marijuana Law: What’s Legal And What's Not On July 1

Virginians will still need to be careful —​ from a legal standpoint —​ with how they obtain and possess marijuana and where they use it.

County Board Adopts $1.4 Billion FY2022 Budget Plan

Arlington County Board's adopted budget keeps the real estate tax rate flat and sets money aside for COVID-19 relief.

REAL ID Deadline Approaching For VA Residents: What To Know

With the REAL ID enforcement deadline coming up, Virginia residents should get prepared for the change and long delays at the DMV.

VA FOIA Bill Allows Some Access To Criminal Investigation Records

A bill allowing the public access to limited criminal investigation records in Virginia will go into effect in July.

Early Voting For Democratic Primary Starts In Arlington

The June 8 primary will determine which Democratic Party candidates will be on the ballot in November.

VA Democratic Candidates React To Pepper-Spraying In Windsor

Democrats running for state office are reacting in varying ways to a video showing two police officers drawing their guns on a motorist.

Virginia Asian Communities, Lawmakers React To Rise In Violence

More than 60 people gathered recently in Southside Richmond for the candlelight vigil to call attention to recent anti-Asian violence.

Federal Taxes In Arlington County: How Do Yours Compare?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in Arlington County.