Former Arlington resident Stephen Miller is President Donald Trump’s pick for White House chief of staff, and Rep. Don Beyer (D-8) says the news is cause for tears.
Beyer learned of Miller’s promotion during a live interview on BBC Newsnight today (Friday). Asked what it meant, he replied, “It means I’m going to go cry for the next half hour.”
A $10,000 grant will help a local nonprofit bring new healthcare resources to Northern Virginia residents with cognitive impairments.
The Arlington County Medical Society Foundation recently presented The Arc of Northern Virginia with its 2026 KSP Donation, named in honor of Kelly and Stephen Park.
Located on the winding streets of the welcoming Westmont neighborhood, this adorable, affordable 3 bedroom 2 bath duplex is blocks from restaurants, groceries, shops, and nightlife of the vibrant Columbia Pike corridor. Original 1930s parquet wood floors extend from the living and dining areas to the two bedrooms upstairs, served by a renovated hall bath. The hugging kitchen offers granite tops, stainless appliances, and a door to the driveway for bringing in packages.
The main level bedroom with full updated bathroom can be used a a family room, and the lower level rec room with egress window is ideal for an office, gym, or play area. The laundry and storage are also on this level. Close before the holidays and join the neighbors in festive holiday decorating and celebrating.
It may not even be Thanksgiving yet, but Santa Claus is about to arrive in Pentagon City.
Jolly Ol’ Saint Nick is flying into Fashion Centre at Pentagon City starting next weekend.
The NOVA Guide has launched, giving Arlington residents a new source for local news, upcoming events, business openings, and things to do close to home.
The website covers news, businesses, and life across Northern Virginia, with a dedicated Arlington page that brings local stories and guides together. Readers can browse upcoming events, explore business features, check out Top Picks lists, and discover ideas for their next free afternoon or weekend outing.
During autumn, when baseball is a more casual sport at the local level, Arlington hosts what has become a popular youth tournament celebrating a local legend.
On the second weekend of October, the 10th Coach Sam Fox Fall Classic tourney, hosted by Arlington Travel Baseball, featured 48 teams from the 9-under to 14-under age levels.
BrownTown returns to the DC Improv with headliner Nina Kharoufeh; also featuring Badar Tareen, Yasmin Elhady, Mahmoud Jaber, and Mike Kurtz. Come for stand-up, stay for a civil-rights lawyer grilling a white comedian about race. Every show has sold out—get tix now!
Takeout and delivery options are a cornerstone of Arlington’s restaurant industry, offering a low-effort solution for a busy weeknight or a relaxing evening at home.
Here are the nominees for Best Restaurant for Takeout/Delivery in Arlington as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.
Did we miss your favorite restaurant? Write it in!
Voting will close on Wednesday, Nov. 18.
Voting for Best Lunch Spot in Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Wednesday at 11:59 p.m.
Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Urgent Care in Arlington. The full results are now official:
A total of 384 votes were cast, and Immediate Care by PMA Health squeaked into victory — a changeup from 2024, when readers picked Agile Providers for No. 1.
See all ARLnow Readers’ Choice winners here.
County Democrats are aiming to use their 2026 success as a springboard to 2027 and the all-important 2028 presidential election.
“The work we did is still incomplete,” newly re-elected County Board Chair Matt de Ferranti said at the Nov. 4 monthly meeting of the Arlington County Democratic Committee.
A federal judge late last night (Thursday) blocked the Trump administration from breaking ground on its 250-foot arch in Memorial Circle for 14 days.
The temporary restraining order by U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan is another setback for one of President Donald Trump’s most prominent projects in his vision to remake Washington.
Construction work on two upgraded fields adjacent to Kenmore Middle School is expected to begin within the next few weeks.
The project will convert the existing natural-turf fields into synthetic turf and redesign the field space to accommodate a variety of sporting uses. New lighting, seating, walkways and landscaping are part of the project, as is improved access along 2nd Street S.
Shoplifting Turns Robbery — Two men tried to walk out of a business on the 1000 block of N. Fillmore Street in Clarendon without paying on Oct. 27, police say. When an employee confronted them, one suspect grabbed merchandise from the employee before both fled in a sedan. No injuries were reported. [ACPD]
Weigh In on Police Video — The Arlington County Police Department is seeking public feedback on a draft update to its policy governing “the release of video footage in police-involved critical incidents.” The update aims to tie the timeline for releasing footage to milestones in the investigative process. Comments are due Dec. 4. [ACPD]
Taps for Civil War Teen — An unidentified Union soldier, believed to be about 17, who was killed at the Second Battle of Bull Run in 1862 was buried with full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday. His remains were found near Manassas in 2024. [Washington Post]
Swanson Teacher Wins Fulbright — Swanson Middle School French teacher Leigh Rauseo has received a Fulbright Teacher Exchange Award for the 2026-27 academic year, through a State Department program that connects U.S. educators with international colleagues. “I’m especially excited for the opportunity to become a student again,” Rauseo said. [Patch]
McAuliffe Backing 4 P’s Deal? — Former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe (D) is a lead investor in a group taking over Ireland’s Four Provinces in Falls Church, a source told the News-Press. The group raised $800,000 from 27 investors, and longtime owner Colm Dillon is expected to “remain deeply involved with the restaurant.” [Falls Church News-Press]
Fun Run Road Closures — Several Falls Church streets near the W&OD Trail, including parts of Great Falls Street, Little Falls Street and Maple Avenue, will be closed 7:30-10 a.m. Sunday for the Columbia Church Fun Run, according to the city. [City of Falls Church]
Region’s Home Prices Flat — The D.C. region’s median single-family home price was $656,200 in the third quarter, down 0.2% from a year earlier, according to the National Association of Realtors. Meanwhile, 58% of Virginia Realtors surveyed expect prices to be lower heading into winter. [FFXnow]
It’s Friday — Expect patchy fog and a 60% chance of rain showers today, mainly before 4 p.m., with a high near 69 under mostly cloudy skies. Tonight stays mostly cloudy with a low around 50 and northwest wind gusts as high as 21 mph. [NWS]
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