ARLnow Daily Debrief for Oct 27, 2026
Good Tuesday evening, Arlington. Here’s a look back at today’s most-read stories and a look ahead to tomorrow. 📈 Today’s most-read stories Demolition gets underway at Ballston-area office building (3,393…
Arlington County and Falls Church news
The latest from Arlington, Ballston, Clarendon, Rosslyn, Crystal City and Falls Church, gathered from 7 local publishers. 68 stories in the last 30 days · Older stories in the archive
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Listing of the Day: 6340 Old Dominion Drive, McLean
Address: 6340 Old Dominion Drive, McLean, VA, 22101 Neighborhood: Chesterbrook Estates Type: 6 BR, 7 full, 2 half BA, single family — 7,644 sq. ft. Open House: Saturday, October 31,…
Footage of Columbia Pike police shooting prompts calls to fix ‘institutional failures’
County leaders appear to be in an uphill battle trying to address community anger over a May police-involved shooting that killed a 33-year-old man along Columbia Pike. Body-worn footage released…
Arlington Adds PrEP Services To Expand Access To HIV Prevention
Arlington Public Health now offers PrEP, HIV testing and follow-up care, with reduced- or no-cost services for eligible patients.
Three men sentenced for arson at Columbia Pike apartment building
Three men have been sentenced for their role in a fire caused by a lit cup of gasoline at a Columbia Pike apartment building last year. Marvin Hernandez Lopez, Wilmer…
Demolition gets underway at Ballston-area office building
One redevelopment project near Ballston has begun, while another moves forward across the street. Demolition is getting underway at the Ballston One office building at 4601 Fairfax Drive. Developer Penzance…
Drug Take Back Day Collects More Than 1,000 Pounds Of Medication
The 31st Annual Drug Take Back Day is designed to prevent accidental poisoning, overdose, and abuse and misuse of prescription drugs.
CIA Contractor Charged With Leaking Classified Info To Journalist Girlfriend
Prosecutors allege a CIA contractor shared classified reports with his journalist girlfriend.
Arlington Public Health Expands HIV Prevention Services with PrEP
Arlington Public Health, part of the Arlington County Department of Human Services, is expanding access to HIV prevention services through the addition of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP).
Aerospace Company Auria To Establish East Coast Headquarters In Reston
Auria focuses on space domain awareness and supports the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory and U.S. Space Force training.
Saigon Saigon celebrates 25 years of Vietnamese dining in Pentagon City
A Vietnamese restaurant in Pentagon City is celebrating a quarter-century of success with a special menu next week. Saigon Saigon, which opened in November 2001, will commemorate 25 years in…
Widow Of Prominent Fairfax Prosecutor Injured In Pedestrian Crash
Monica Horan remains hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle Monday near University Mall in Fairfax. Police are investigating.
3 Men Sentenced In Arlington Apartment Arson That Forced Residents To Flee
Three men received prison sentences for a May 2025 Arlington apartment fire that displaced families and injured residents.
Ask Eli: Cheer up! A slower housing market can be a healthier one
This regularly scheduled column is written by Eli Tucker, Arlington-based Realtor and Arlington resident. If you would like to work with Eli and his team in Northern Virginia and the…
Herndon Man Charged After Shooting Leaves Two People Injured: Police
Two victims were transported to the hospital with injuries that were considered not life-threatening. The suspect was known to one of them.
NEW: Waymo mapping vehicles spotted in Arlington neighborhoods
Waymo is now mapping Arlington’s residential streets, the robotaxi company confirmed. ARLnow spotted one of the self-driving car company’s mapping vehicles in a residential part of Arlington this past Friday…
Leeway Overlee neighborhood marks 100 years with 11 ‘stumbling stones’
The Leeway Overlee Civic Association marked its centennial on Saturday with the installation of 11 “stumbling stones” honoring people enslaved during the 18th and 19th centuries. The markers include seven…
Arlington could set higher bar for sending historic district proposals to County Board
Revised rules for designating local historic districts in Arlington could create a more selective process for sending recommendations to the County Board. County Board members over the summer approved a…
Morning Notes for October 27, 2026
Man Attacked on Columbia Pike — A man was assaulted by a group of seven to eight male suspects in their late teens or early 20s after parking outside a…
Monday, October 26
ARLnow Daily Debrief for Oct 26, 2026
Good Monday evening, Arlington. Here’s a look back at today’s most-read stories and a look ahead to tomorrow. 📈 Today’s most-read stories Here are 16 businesses listed for sale in…
Pickleball players press for a ‘flagship facility’ at Quincy Park
Pickleball promoters are seeking to build public support for a signature facility in the county, and they have even identified a potential location. Tim Dellinger, representing the Arlington Pickleball Club,…
Man Pleads Guilty In Road Rage Shooting Of Centreville E-Bike Rider
A Falls Church man pleaded guilty in the May shooting of a Centreville e-bike rider near West Ox Road, prosecutors said.
Woman Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries In Fairfax Crash: Police
The crash occurred on the 10600 block of Braddock Road, near the University Mall Shopping Center.
Virginia Task Force 1 Mourns Loss Of Search And Rescue Dog Xandr
Xandr served as a search and rescue dog during international and domestic deployments in disaster zones.
School bond boosters seek ‘broad-based support’ for $80M referendum
A win is a win, no matter the margin of victory, say the co-chairs of a local campaign in support of school bonds. “We do not target specific vote percentages,”…
Arlington County Increases Prices For Electric Vehicle Charging
The Arlington County Board approved a price increase that will make public charging of EVs significantly more pricey.
Live tuna carving, make-your-own dumpling class and more happening in Rosslyn
A series of events including a carving of an entire tuna, a cooking class and a taco tasting are coming to a Rosslyn food hall in the coming weeks. Upside…
Here are 16 businesses listed for sale in Arlington as of October 2026
A longtime Italian restaurant, a cafe in a prime location, and a family-owned auto repair shop are among more than a dozen local businesses that have been listed for sale…
MEDIA ADVISORY: Arlington, NOVA Parks Host E-Moto Trail Safety Events
NOVA Parks and representatives from Arlington County will announce free E-Moto Trail Safety Engagement Events.
Police Host the 12th Annual Fill the Cruiser Toy Drive
The Arlington County Police Department (ACPD) is proud to host its 12th annual Fill the Cruiser Toy Drive, continuing a beloved holiday tradition of bringing joy to children in need across Arlington.
Dozens Hurt In Porch Collapse At College Party | Marine Marathon 3-Peat | Speeding Truck Kills 2: VA Weekend
An apartment fire displaced residents from 14 units, gunfire rattled a Northern Virginia church, a university shooting injured two and more.
O’Connell roundup: Football, other teams are enjoying strong seasons
With its latest victory, the Bishop O’Connell Knights are assured of not having a losing regular-season record in football for the first time since going 5-5 in the 2021 high-school…
Active-Duty Marine Wins Marine Corps Marathon For Third Year In A Row
The winner’s time was just 3 minutes and 30 seconds slower than the event’s record of 2 hours, 14 minutes and 1 second, set in 1989.
Fall leaf collection starts in two weeks in Arlington
As the D.C. area approaches peak fall foliage, leaf collection in Arlington is never far behind. The county’s first round of fall leaf collection begins in two weeks, on Monday,…
Man who fled to Europe after 2023 Clarendon shooting sentenced to 17 years
A man who shot someone in Clarendon and fled the country, and then escaped again while awaiting extradition, has been sentenced to 17 years in prison. Taha Zouheir was sentenced…
Officials: Higher fees for charging electric vehicles will make program ‘self-sustaining’
County Board members have approved a sizeable increase in the cost of charging electric vehicles at county-owned facilities, saying it sets the program up for long-term success and expansion. “It…
Morning Notes for October 26, 2026
Three-Peat at MCM — Thousands ran the 51st Marine Corps Marathon yesterday, starting and finishing in Arlington. “Marine Corps Maj. Kyle King won the race for the third time in…
Saturday, October 24
October 2026 Arlington County Board Wrap-Up
The Arlington County Board considered and acted on dozens of agenda items at its October 2026 Regular and Recessed County Board Meetings.
Arlington Raises EV Charging Fees 72 Percent Starting Nov. 1
Arlington County's 51 public EV charging ports will cost more to use as officials seek to cover rising electricity and equipment costs.
Friday, October 23
Video Details Fatal Police Shooting Inside Arlington 7-Eleven
Police said Shawn Valn displayed a knife after officers entered a back room where he had barricaded himself.
Man Sentenced For 2023 Clarendon Shooting After Fleeing To Europe
Taha Zouheir fled the country after shooting a man outside a Clarendon bar in 2023 and was later captured in Spain.
Arlington Man Charged With Assault On Police After Confrontation Involving Rocks
The 23-year-old Arlington man was charged with assault on a police officer and obstruction of justice.
Two Arlington Sports Bars Nab Top 5 Spots In Best Of DC Area
Ireland's Four Courts and First Down Sports Bar grabbed third and fourth place, respectively.
Board Statement on Video Release of May Police-Involved Shooting
Arlington County Board's response to the release of body-worn camera footage from the May police-involved shooting.
Falls Church Schools Seek Community Input on Strategic Plan
Falls Church City Public Schools (FCCPS) is inviting students, families, staff and community members to help shape the school division’s next strategic plan, which will establish educational priorities for the […] The post Falls Church…
Thursday, October 22
Mustangs Complete Incredible Undefeated Regular Season with Win over Cougars
The Mustangs offense exploded for five goals to defeat the Kettle Run Cougars in their final regular season game, winning 5-1 and achieving a perfect regular season record of 16-0 […] The post Mustangs Complete Incredible Undefeated…
‘Mighty News-Press’ Tells How Weekly Paper Survived
By David Hoffman Five dollars. That’s what was sitting in the Falls Church News-Press bank account during one of its leanest early stretches, when Nicholas F. Benton had to ask […] The post ‘Mighty News-Press’ Tells How Weekly Paper…
Meridian Mustangs Sports: This Week’s Recap, 10/13 – 10/19
Playoffs are nearing for fall sports, and as the postseason draws closer, games become more and more important. Meridian’s teams have put together a strong week, combining for four wins […] The post Meridian Mustangs Sports: This Week’s…
Our Man In Arlington 10-22-2026
What’s the best way to have your voice heard by the County Board? There are a number of Board-created opportunities – Public Comment Periods, Open Door Mondays, Surveys, and Town […] The post Our Man In Arlington 10-22-2026 first appeared…
An FCA Exhibition That ‘Flows’
“For birth but wakes the universal mind Whose mighty streams might else in silence flow …” So writes the poet Percy Bysshe Shelly. Similarly, the new Falls Church Arts exhibition […] The post An FCA Exhibition That ‘Flows’ first appeared…
A Penny for Your Thoughts 10-22-2026
Election Day is upon us now, as early voting and absentee voting have been going on for weeks. I’ve always enjoyed voting at my local precinct on Election Day, reacquainting […] The post A Penny for Your Thoughts 10-22-2026 first appeared…
The CTE Conundrum Persists in Society
Two weeks ago, a Meridian High School football player suffered an injury during a game, with emergency medical personnel taking more than 25 minutes to arrive, according to the team’s […] The post The CTE Conundrum Persists in Society…
Stylish Patina’s Small Biz Fall Market Is a Huge Success
It felt more like early winter than autumn on Saturday, October 17, when Stylish Patina launched its inaugural Small Biz Fall Market but the mild chill in the air didn’t […] The post Stylish Patina’s Small Biz Fall Market Is a Huge Success…
Falls Church News Briefs 10-23-2026
Fairfax to Review Flock License Reader Program A Fairfax County committee will review the county’s license plate reader program on Tuesday amid ongoing community concerns over privacy, data security, and […] The post Falls Church News…
UPDATED: Police Investigate Shooting on S. Lowell Street
Police Investigate Shooting on S. Lowell Street.
Media Alert: Columbia Pike Officer-Involved Shooting Press Conference
Arlington County Police Department Chief Andy Penn will provide additional information regarding the officer-involved shooting that occurred on Columbia Pike.
Wednesday, October 21
Author Amanda Foody Talks to Students about Character
Students listened carefully as she described her life as a writer
Local Opposition Grows to Proposed Trump Arch
Legislation in U.S. House to stop the arch; lawsuit filed by Arlington Board.
The Connection Newspapers 2026 Voter Guide 11 District
The Connection Newspapers 2026 Voter Guide
Help InsideNoVa honor local veterans and servicemembers
InsideNoVa and its newspapers in Prince William, Culpeper and Rappahannock counties will again honor local military veterans and servicemembers this year with a special publication on Nov. 5, less than a week before Veterans Day.
Tuesday, October 20
‘Woody Sez, the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie’ Is a Must-See
Woodie Guthrie display
Friday, October 16
Falls Church High School Students To Appear On 'It's Academic' Episode In November
Students from two Falls Church high schools will appear on the student quiz show along with their peers in the Washington Metro area.
Thursday, October 15
ICE Arrests Man In Falls Church Following Arlington Child Pornography Conviction
A Guatemalan man convicted of possessing child sexual abuse material in Arlington is in federal immigration custody pending removal.
Wednesday, October 14
Voter Guide For Fairfax County: What's On The Ballot, Early Voting & More
Early voting options in the Nov. 3 general election will expand throughout the rest of October. See what's on the ballots.
Voter Guide For Arlington: What's On The Ballot, Early Voting & More
Early voting options for Arlington County residents will expand on Oct. 18. Here's who's on the Nov. 3 ballot and what's on it.
Wednesday, October 7
New Sprouts Store Fills Vacant Spot in Lyons Village
New Sprouts Store Fills Vacant Spot in Lyons Village
2 Falls Church Schools Among 14 In Fairfax County Launch New Safe Walking App
Two Falls Church schools are part of the launch of a new student-designed app to help kids and families find safe walking routes.
Thursday, October 1
Best Buns Bakery & Burgers Opens New Falls Church Location
The new West Falls restaurant features all-day breakfast, baked goods and fried chicken, plus an upstairs bar and rooftop seating.
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