Alexandria

England Airpark has partnered with the Trump administration to convert military barracks into a 528-bed ICE holding facility for families and unaccompanied children awaiting deportation flights. The facility, funded in part by ICE, will temporarily house individuals before charter departures, with local officials defending the decision as a reflection of federal policy.

The Trump administration plans to open a 528-bed ICE facility in Alexandria, Louisiana, near an airport to streamline deportations of migrant families and unaccompanied children. Advocates criticize the facility, expressing concerns about prolonged detentions and oversight, while ICE describes it as a short-term 'staging area' operated by a private prison company.

JD Vance will visit NAS Oceana in Virginia Beach. Digital Realty is acquiring Blackstone's stake in Virginia data centers for $3.5 billion. Virginia Railway Express purchased a former freight yard in Alexandria, and Virginia has received millions to address PFAS water contamination, though solutions may cost hundreds of millions. Heat safety tips were shared by VDH's Crater Health District.

Alexandria, Virginia residents and leaders discuss the Housing 2040 plan to expand housing supply and preserve affordability, while preservation group Save Del Ray advocates for maintaining the historic character of the Del Ray neighborhood. The group highlights concerns about modern developments replacing older, affordable apartment buildings and the need to preserve architectural scale and local charm.

In 1944, Army Pvt. Edward Green was shot and killed by bus driver Odell Lachney in Alexandria after sitting in the whites-only section of a bus. Lachney faced no charges, and the case, part of a broader pattern of violence against Black WWII servicemen, is now under renewed federal review.

Private Edward Green, a Black U.S. Army soldier, was shot and killed by bus driver Odell Lachney in Alexandria, Louisiana, on March 13, 1944, after sitting in the whites-only section of a bus. No charges were filed against Lachney, and the case, along with 15 others involving Black WWII servicemen killed in the South, has recently been reviewed by the federal Civil Rights Cold Case Records Review Board.

Fire officials in the DC region warn that fireworks laws vary significantly across jurisdictions, with some areas allowing limited fireworks while others prohibit all types. Legal fireworks in DC include sparklers under 20 inches and certain non-projectile items, while Arlington County restricts use to private property and Alexandria and Maryland counties ban all fireworks. Violations can result in fines up to $2,000 or $1,000 and potential jail time.

A former Egyptian doctor was detained and released on bail following allegations of hospital abuse. The doctor was arrested after sharing information about obstetric violence and mistreatment at a university hospital in Alexandria.

SunGas Renewables has halted its Beaver Lake Biofuels Project in Louisiana due to market, regulatory, and infrastructure challenges. The project aimed to produce low-carbon methanol and capture biogenic carbon dioxide but faces stalled demand growth and financing issues. The company remains committed to advancing gasification technology for future opportunities in favorable markets.

Senator Ron Wyden has demanded transparency over a proposed ICE family and child detention center in Louisiana, citing concerns over conflicts of interest, environmental contamination, and lack of public process as revealed by the Guardian. The facility, described as a 'first-of-its-kind' under the Trump administration, is the subject of Wyden's correspondence with contractors and the Department of Health and Human Services.

A memorial opened in Alexandria, Virginia, for the 67 victims of the January 29, 2025, collision between American Airlines Flight 5342 and an Army helicopter over the Potomac River.

A federal judge in Virginia has blocked Trump from immediately establishing a $1.8 billion fund, as per a case from individuals claiming they faced partisan attacks by the Trump administration and anticipate being excluded from the fund.

Waymo is expanding its self-driving car operations to Virginia, specifically mapping Alexandria and planning to map Arlington, areas near Washington, DC. The move highlights the company's focus on urban environments and proximity to political centers.

Leaders in Hopewell, Prince George, Alexandria oppose nearly 30% proposed water rate increase. A neglected Chesterfield landfill requires $173 million to prevent environmental catastrophe.

The Commonwealth Transportation Board allocated $144.8 million from construction funds to address a $193 million budget shortfall caused by emergency storm response costs and employee bonuses. The Virginia Department of Transportation attributed $418.4 million to emergency responses and $12 million to updated budget provisions for bonuses. The board questioned VDOT's communication during emergencies but noted improvements in traffic operations and technology.

A 30-year-old repeat offender, Akuamoa Boateng, was arrested for burglarizing a Virginia church in Fairfax County, a jurisdiction led by a George Soros-backed prosecutor under congressional scrutiny. Boateng has a lengthy criminal history, including charges for drug possession, burglary, and a bomb threat, with some cases dismissed or sentences suspended.

Rep. Rich McCormick (R-Ga.) introduced the 'Make DC Square Again Act' to return Virginia cities Arlington and Alexandria to Washington, D.C., reversing an 1846 law. The proposal aims to restore the original ten-mile-square District and counter perceived political advantages for Virginia Democrats.

Rep. Rich McCormick, R-Ga., proposed returning Arlington and Alexandria to Washington, D.C., to counter Democrats' strengthened congressional map in Virginia. Rep. Donald Beyer, D-Va., criticized the plan as unconstitutional and a waste of time, highlighting GOP frustration over redistricting outcomes.