Zebra Commits to Twice-Monthly “Fill the Truck” Food Collections for Alexandria Nonprofits
ALEXANDRIA, VA — The Zebra Press is making a long-term commitment to helping Alexandria nonprofits fight food insecurity through a new twice-monthly community initiative called “Fill the Truck.”. The ongoing donation drive, organized in partnership with longtime Alexandria community advocate Pat Miller, will collect nonperishable food donations at...
Young child dies in fall in College Park
COLLEGE PARK, Md. - A young child died after a fall Thursday night in Prince George’s County, authorities said. The incident was reported around 9 p.m. in the 9300 block of Cherry Hill Road. Police said the child was taken to a hospital with life‑threatening injuries and was later pronounced dead.
Man attacked on Metro train on Cinco de Mayo
Jeffrey Vargas said he fell asleep on a Metro Red Line train on Cinco de Mayo, when he was suddenly attacked by a stranger. He needed staples in the back of his head.
The Proposed Amtrak Train Line That Could Change East Coast Travel In 2026
If you're traveling from Boston to New York City — or vice versa — you have a few choices. Driving typically takes four to five hours, though heavy traffic can add more time. You could catch a 1.5-hour flight, but that often means several additional hours getting to the airport and going through security. Fortunately, there may be another option on the horizon: Libertyliner 250...
Best breakfast spots in Alexandria, VA
Whether you prefer a savory breakfast, a meal on the sweeter side or something in between, Alexandria is home to plenty of great diners and restaurants to get a delicious start to your day. From classic pancakes and omelettes to avocado toast and pastries, these eateries have a little something for everyone.
1 dead in crash involving school bus in Accokeek
ACCOKEEK, Md. - One person is dead after a collision involving a school bus Friday morning in Prince George’s County, police said. The crash happened around 7:30 a.m. near Indian Head Highway and Pine Drive. Police said there were no children on the bus. . The driver of one...
Giordano’s Now Planning “Early Summer” Opening for First DMV Location
Chicago-based Giordano’s says it is now planning for an “early summer” opening for its first DMV location in downtown Washington, D.C., according to an update shared with PoPville. The restaurant, famous for its stuffed deep-dish pizza, is taking over the roughly 7,000-square-foot space at 600 14th St....
Residents oppose multifamily housing on Little River Turnpike
Residents of Willow Run and nearby neighborhoods filled a conference room at the Mason Government Center on May 6 to confront the developer of a proposed 120-unit multifamily building at 6675 Little River Turnpike in Annandale. The residents complained that such a large building is inappropriate for the property, which...
Bright MLS Weekly Market Report
New listing activity similar to last year. During the week ending May 3, new listings were up slightly compared to the week prior, though the overall number of homes added was just short of the same week in 2025. Sellers have pulled back in some submarkets, including the D.C. Metro, Del/Mar, Eastern Shore, and Central Pennsylvania, where listings were lower than a year...
Chiron Real Estate enters senior living space with $425M in purchase agreements
Chiron Real Estate has entered the senior living space with $425 million in purchase agreements to acquire three Washington, DC-area properties from affiliates of Silverstone Senior Living, the Bethesda, MD-based healthcare real estate investment trust announced Wednesday. Greystone will act as a third-party manager to oversee day-to-day operations at the...

















