The Donald Makes Arlington Immigrants Nervous, Arson in Alexandria, Olympics Day DC: News Nearby

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Is Donald Trump Making Immigrants Panic?

Donald Trump's views on immigrants has been one of the biggest stories of the 2016 presidential election campaign, and a recent statement issued by officials in Arlington, Virginia — just over the river from where the next president will take residence — indicates that he may be having a deep effect on the mindset of immigrants living in the United States.

The Arlington County Board issued a statement Wednesday reiterating "its commitment as a welcoming community that recognizes, respects and supports the contributions of all of its members," and "reaffirmed the long-standing County law enforcement policy against racial profiling which prohibits our deputies and officers from taking action based solely on that individual's race, ethnicity or national origin."

Police Investigate Possible Attempted Arson in Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA, VA -- The Alexandria Police Department and Alexandria Fire Department are investigating a possible attempted arson Tuesday night in the 5300 block of Taney Avenue (see map below) in the City's West End.

The police department sent out an alert about the investigation shortly before 10 p.m. Tuesday.

Huge 'Olympics Day DC' to Take Over Downtown This Friday

The 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro will soon be upon us, and this Friday the District will have its own special celebration of the occasion at CityCenterDC.

Events DC is hosting Olympic Day DC on Friday, June 24, which will "showcase interactive sports experiences for residents to enjoy," according to a statement.

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