Virginia Theological Seminary Reparations Program: “Bridging Ground”
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — On Sept. 11, a documentary about the Virginia Theological Seminary reparations program will bring a deeply personal story to the screen. “Bridging Ground” follows the seminary’s effort to confront its history of enslaved and exploited Black labor. The film also examines what happened after the institu
SEE IT: Fallen Dupont Circle tree becomes unexpected memorial after storm
WASHINGTON (7News) — A fallen tree in Dupont Circle has become an unexpected memorial after a recent storm brought it down. 7News took its cameras to the park Monday morning, where dozens of messages had been left on the fallen tree by D.C. residents. The handwritten notes express sadness...
Family holds vigil seeking answers in 2023 murder of Brandon Gant
The family of 23-year-old Brandon Gant gathered for a vigil in Southeast D.C. to request information regarding his unsolved 2023 homicide. Authorities continue to investigate the case and are offering a reward of up to $25,000 for details leading to an arrest.
Alexandria Will Pay Residents $1,000 to Record the City’s Stories
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Alexandria residents who know a neighborhood storyteller, family historian or community elder may soon have an opportunity to preserve those memories—and receive $1,000 for doing the work. Applications for the Office of Historic Alexandria’s 2026–27 StoryKit cohort open Monday, Sept. 7. The program...
Amtrak to suspend Virginia-to-D.C. service for critical track upgrades Oct. 16–26
Rail passengers traveling through Virginia’s Northeast Corridor should expect cancellations, route changes and may need to rely on bus connections beginning Oct. 16, due to major track upgrades. This is part of Amtrak’s “Pause for Progress,” a critical infrastructure upgrade to replace aging track components at the A-i
Your Family Photos Could Help Complete Alexandria’s Black History
ALEXANDRIA, VA — A family yearbook, an old event flyer or a box of photographs could help fill gaps in Alexandria’s recorded history. Alexandria Library is inviting current and former residents to bring those family treasures to its fourth annual Black Family Reunion from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Lo
Come Hungry—and Bring the Dog: Taste of Old Town North Returns to Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Come hungry, bring the family—and yes, the dog can come too. The annual Taste of Old Town North returns to Montgomery Park from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, with free food and drink tastings, interactive art activities and live music. The event is...
Sun-Soaked Sunday in D.C. Before Scorching Heat, Storms Roar Back
Washington is starting Sunday with clear skies and temperatures around 68 degrees, setting up a much calmer day than the stormy stretch that preceded the holiday weekend. Sunshine will carry the District into the afternoon, with a high near 85 and a light north wind. The National Weather Service expects...
Live Updates: Washington State vs. No. 17 Washington | Apple Cup No. 118
SEATTLE — The 2026 Apple Cup kicked off from Husky Stadium in Seattle at 1 p.m. PT on NBC. Stay tuned here for live updates and highlights!. Washington won the coin toss and deferred to the second half. WSU will start with the ball as QB Caden Pinnick gets his first FBS start.
Fatal crash causes major delays on I-66 near Dunn Loring
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (7News) — At least one person is confirmed dead in a multi-vehicle crash that closed three westbound lanes of Interstate 66 near the Capital Beltway, according to Virginia State Police. Troopers responded around 4:10 p.m. to the crash in the westbound express lanes at mile marker...
