Fare-Free Virginia Railway Express Proposed During Metro Shutdown

Virginia Railway Express is considering a temporary fare-free proposal as Metro shuts down Alexandria stations in the fall.

How Median Rent Near Alexandria Metro Stations Changed From 2020

As commuter habits impacted Metro, RentHop's new report found median one-bedroom rent fell near 55 of 91 Metro stops.

Commonwealth Avenue Repaving Begins In Rosemont

The repaving project in June will be split into two phases, according to the city's Transportation & Environmental Services.

King Street Metro Bus Loop To Open, More DASH Improvements Coming

While the King Street Trolley remains suspended, DASH Bus will increase service on some routes.

Free Capital Bikeshare Ride Offered For Earth Day 2021

Capital Bikeshare riders can redeem a free trip under 30 minutes on Thursday, April 22.

Overnight Lane Closures Planned On I-395 In Alexandria

The nightly lane closures over the weekend will impact the I-395 regular and express lanes.

Front Boarding, Fares To Resume On Dash Bus In Mid-March

Fares will return to DASH bus after other regional bus systems resumed fares in early January.

DASH To Suspend Service With Alexandria Under Curfew

Alexandria's bus system joined Metro in closing early for public safety reasons after Wednesday's breach at the U.S. Capitol.

Emergency Work Prompts Mount Vernon Avenue Closure

Alexandria's transportation and environmental services department announced a portion of Mount Vernon Avenue will be closed.

Feedback Sought On Potomac Yard, West Falls Church Metro Names

Metro is seeking feedback on requests to tweak the name of its future station and the current West Falls Church station.

Southwest Access Pavilion For Potomac Yard Metro OK'd By Council

An upgraded south access point for the station is funded by a state incentive package for the Amazon and Virginia Tech Innovation Campus.

Commonwealth Avenue Improvements Proposed In Alexandria

The city is seeking feedback on proposed design plans for a portion of Commonwealth Avenue being repaved in 2021.

Study Names Alexandria Drivers Among Rudest In U.S.

Cities with the rudest drivers were ranked based on the proportion of drivers with certain violations.

Potomac Yard-VT Requested As Name For Future Metro Station

City and Metro officials do not expect the name change request to affect the construction timeline or costs if the process occurs now.

Alexandria To Resume 72-Hour Rule, Other Parking Restrictions

Enforcement of certain parking restrictions had been suspended as more people stayed home during the pandemic.

Mount Vernon Avenue Repaving To Begin In Del Ray

Residents should expect temporary no-parking signs and detours when repaving work is done on multi-block sections.

Interstate 395 Express Lanes To Close For 10 Weekends

The Express Lanes won't be an option during upcoming weekends due to construction activity.

New Company Approved To Bring E-Scooters, E-Bikes To Alexandria

Another company approved to operate in Alexandria plans to bring 200 e-scooters and 200 e-bikes.

Love-Hate Relationship With Scooters As Virginia Law Takes Effect

If Virginia localities don't adopt a regulation program by the start of 2020, e-scooters would be allowed without regulation.

NoVA, DC Holiday Travel Traffic Jams 2019: Worst Times To Drive

The holiday season might be a joyous time, but the DC region's traffic can be a pain. Here's how to avoid the worst of the busy roads.

Potomac Yard Metro Groundbreaking Held In Alexandria

The $320 million station has entered the construction phase and could open in early 2022.

Meeting On I-395 HOV Ramp Planned In Alexandria

Private toll operator Transurban proposed changing the south-facing ramp to Seminary Road from HOV to HOT.

Potomac Yard Metro Groundbreaking Set For December

The station can move on to the construction phase after the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers issued the latest permit.

Worst Thanksgiving Eve Travel Times By Highway In DC Area

There are specific times you should avoid on Interstate 95, the Capital Beltway and more on Thanksgiving Eve.

Worst Travel Times For Thanksgiving 2019 In DC Region, Virginia

Certain times will be worse for drivers over the extended Thanksgiving holiday, according to AAA and VDOT.

Revised E-Scooter Program Proposed To Alexandria City Council

City staff proposed changes to the current program, which could include stronger regulation of e-scooter riders and companies.

Alexandria Bus Network Changes Proposed, Public Feedback Sought

If changes to the bus network are approved, Alexandria riders could see changes as soon as fall 2020.

Seminary Road Repaving To Start After Alexandria Council Decision

Seminary Road will be reduced to one through-lane in each direction with the addition of bike lanes.

Free Bikeshare Rides Offered On Sept. 20 In Alexandria

Capital Bikeshare is giving free passes for unlimited 30-minute trips on Friday, Sept. 20.

Gas Line Leak Impacts Del Ray Intersection

Washington Gas is on scene to fix the leak.

Alexandria E-Scooter Pilot Program Extended Through End Of Year

City staff extended the program to allow for additional evaluation time and to present a recommendation to City Council in November.

DASH Bus Fares To Increase Week After Metro Shutdown Ends

The Alexandria Transit Company is waiting until the Metro shutdown ends to introduce higher bus fares.

Amtrak 2-Day Sale: Half-Off Travel From Virginia, DC In September

Want to plan a quick trip next month? You'll have to act quickly to get Amtrak tickets at half price.

New Parking Meters Proposed For 2 Areas In Alexandria

Metered parking is proposed for two blocks, while another area could get a lower hourly rate.

Funding Approved For Bus Rapid Transit, Other Alexandria Projects

A Bus Rapid Transit system in the West End and expansion of the bus-only Metroway on Route 1 will receive funding.

Electric Buses Receive Funding In Alexandria

DASH received funding to put six electric buses in service within two years.

Alexandria Councilman Wants E-Scooters Temporarily Suspended

Councilman Mo Seifeldein wants the pilot program for dockless scooters suspended until safety concerns can be addressed.

Meeting To Detail Upgrades To Mount Vernon Avenue Transit Stops

The city is required to make ADA-compliant improvements to 11 locations along Del Ray's main road.

Draft Permit Allows Wetland Filling For Potomac Yard Metro

Public comments are sought for the permit, which if approved would allow wetlands to be filled for the Metro project.

Report Details First Week Of Metro Shutdown, Feedback Sought

Alexandria's report said construction outside the King Street station caused confusion, and shuttle lines were problematic at Braddock Road.