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Oct 09, 2023

These Arlington Teens Want More Youth Voices In Local News. Now They’re Adding Their Own

The students created a podcast this summer about community issues they care about, including plans for Langston Boulevard and restorative justice for youth.

Sep 05, 2023

Arlington Will Open Its Housing Voucher Waitlist For The First Time In A Decade

On Sept. 13, eligible residents can apply online for a lottery that will select 5,000 people to add to the waiting list.

Jun 14, 2023

Arlington Students Can Now Carry Overdose Reversal Drug Narcan

Students will have to get trained to carry the naloxone nasal spray Narcan. Arlington Public Schools says the measure is one of several they’re taking in response to a rise in opioid overdoses.

Jun 06, 2023

‘Inner Ear of Don Zientara’ Book Traces Legacy Of The D.C. Area’s Legendary Punk Music Studio 

The new book is chock full of photographs and firsthand accounts from D.C. punk legends including Fugazi, Bikini Kill, and others. 

May 18, 2023

Northern Virginia May Get More Mental Health Crisis Centers. Here’s Why That Matters

The governor and state lawmakers are hoping to allocate $230 million dollars to address a shortage in mental health care facilities.

Apr 10, 2023

Condiciones Peligrosas En Las Viviendas De Un Proveedor Sin Fines De Lucro Revelan Falta De Supervisión Sistémica En El Condado De Arlington

Arlington depende de un puñado de empresas y de organizaciones sin fines de lucro que conservan, desarrollan y mantienen viviendas asequibles.

Apr 10, 2023

One Nonprofit Housing Provider’s Dangerous Living Conditions Revealed A Systemic Lack Of Oversight In Arlington County

The county depends on — and financially supports — a handful of nonprofits and for-profit companies to provide its affordable housing. But it has few tools to hold them accountable.

Apr 10, 2023

A Medida Que Disminuye El Escrutinio Público, Las Mejoras En El Serrano Se Estancan, Según Inquilinos Y Abogados

Los inquilinos de los Apartamentos Serrano comenzaron a denunciar públicamente en el 2019: roedores, moho, y otras malas condiciones de vida.

Apr 10, 2023

As Public Scrutiny Wanes, Improvements Stall At This Arlington Housing Complex, Tenants And Advocates Say

Tenants and advocates at the Serrano Apartments began speaking out about rodent infestations, mold, and other poor conditions in 2019.

Mar 23, 2023

After Bruising Debate, Arlington Passes ‘Missing Middle’ Zoning Change

The vote to end single-family-only zoning may be over, but the political divisions it exposed are likely to continue.

 
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