October 26, 2020
Crime Report: October 26, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 23, 2020 | News Release
Arlington County: Avoid Large Crowds on Halloween
Arlington County has not approved any pub crawls or large events for Halloween weekend. Residents and visitors should seek alternatives ways to celebrate. October 23, 2020
Police Seek Public’s Assistance Identifying Suspect in Robbery Series
The Arlington County Police Department’s Homicide/Robbery Unit is seeking the public’s assistance identifying a suspect involved in a series of three robbery incidents in Arlington County. October 23, 2020 | News Release
Census 2020: Thank You, Arlington!
Arlington is thrilled to report that as of October 15, an estimated 99.98% of Arlington households had been counted in the 2020 Census! October 23, 2020
Crime Report: October 23, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 22, 2020
UPDATED: Police Investigate Shooting in Arlington Mill
The Arlington County Police Department’s Homicide/Robbery Unit is investigating a shooting that took place in the Arlington Mill neighborhood on the afternoon of October 21, 2020. October 22, 2020
6 Things to Know Before Voting in 2020
From how election officials are keeping you safe at the polls to how to vote before Nov. 3 and what you need to bring with you, we’ve rounded up the information you need to know for the 2020 Election. October 22, 2020
Crime Report: October 22, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 21, 2020 | News Release
County, Schools Highlight Joint Effort to Close FY 21 Budget Gap
Arlington's County Board and School Board held a joint work session on working together to close an expected Fiscal Year 2021 budget gap caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. October 21, 2020 | News Release
Arlington County Public Website Now Available
The Arlington County main public website is currently unavailable. Staff are actively investigating the technical issues that may have caused this disruption. While it is too early to determine the root cause of the website issues, there does not appear to be any overt signs indicating malicious activity. For now, a single-page website is available at https://go.arlingtonva.us/recover. This page includes links to other County websites that are operational, and people can still visit. They include: Payment Portal Libraries site Real Estate/Property […] October 21, 2020 | News Release
Arlington Accepts $100,000 Amazon Gift for Racial Equity Efforts
The Arlington County Board accepted a $100,000 gift from Amazon to further the County's efforts on race and equity. October 21, 2020
Crime Report: October 21, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 21, 2020 | News Release
Localities to Host Virtual Community Meeting with Authors of Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Center Study
A comprehensive analysis of the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Center will be presented at a virtual community meeting on November 5, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. October 20, 2020 | News Release
COVID-19 Pandemic Creates Deeper FY 2021 Budget Shortfall
Decreasing revenues and increasing costs from the COVID-19 pandemic have left Arlington County with an additional $28-$39 million budget gap to fill. October 19, 2020
Crime Report: October 19, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 19, 2020 | News Release
Arlington Triple-Aaa Bond Rating Reaffirmed
Arlington is one of just 48 counties in the United States, and one of nine in Virginia, to receive the highest designation from all three rating agencies. October 17, 2020 | News Release
County Board Accepts More COVID-19 Relief Funding
The Arlington County Board today accepted more federal and state funding for COVID-19 relief aimed at helping low-and-moderate-income residents affected by the pandemic. October 16, 2020
Police Pursue Armed Robbery Suspects
The Arlington County Police Department’s Homicide/Robbery Unit is investigating an armed robbery that led to a vehicle pursuit on the morning of October 16, 2020. October 16, 2020
Crime Report: October 16, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 16, 2020
Police Offer Contactless, Drive-Thru Disposal Locations During National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
On Saturday, October 22, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Arlington County Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration will provide the public the opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs. October 15, 2020 | News Release
Arlington Economic Development Is Big Winner in International Economic Development Awards
Arlington Economic Development took home numerous honors at this year’s International Economic Development Council (IEDC) 2020 Excellence Awards, which were announced earlier today at the organization’s annual conference, which was held virtually. October 15, 2020
Crime Report: October 15, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 14, 2020
Crime Report: October 14, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 13, 2020 | News Release
Arlington County Sheriff’s Office Successfully Passes Third PREA Audit
The Arlington County Sheriff’s Office has met all applicable Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards following an audit that was conducted earlier this year. October 13, 2020 | News Release
BizLaunch Celebrates Virginia Businesses with SWaMmy Honors
BizLaunch, Arlington Economic Development’s small business assistance program, is celebrating the County’s inclusive business community in coordination with the Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD) with its first ever SWaMmy Honors. October 13, 2020
Police Announce Arrest in Vehicle-Related Property Crimes Case; Share Ways to Protect Vehicles and Valuables
The Arlington County Police Department’s Property Crimes Unit is announcing the arrest of two suspects in a vehicle-related property crimes case. October 13, 2020
Crime Report: October 13, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 12, 2020 | News Release
Arlington County Announces Dialogues on Race and Equity
Today, Arlington County launched a new effort to address racial equity and disparities in our community. Called Dialogues on Race and Equity (DRE), the effort is part of the County’s broader commitment to racial equity and follows the County Board’s 2019 equity resolution. VIDEO: Watch this kick-off clip to learn more about DRE. DRE will […] October 12, 2020
Crime Report: October 12, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 10, 2020
Purple Ethiopian Restaurant and Lounge Alcohol Licenses Temporarily Suspended After Police Recover Firearm and Charge Two with Narcotics Offenses
The Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority has temporarily suspended the alcohol licenses of the Purple Ethiopian Restaurant and Lounge, LLC after finding the establishment in violation of the terms imposed by the Negotiated Resolution, Acceptance, Waiver and Order executed on September 16, 2020. October 10, 2020 | News Release
Arlington County Board October Meeting Agenda Highlights
The Arlington County Board will act on dozens of issues at its October 2020 virtual Board Meeting. The public is invited to watch it live, and/or to participate. October 9, 2020 | News Release
Arlington County Government Offices Open Oct. 12, with Some Exceptions
Arlington County government offices, other government facilities and services will be open on Monday, Oct. 12, 2020. Virginia Commonwealth offices, including Arlington Courts, DMVs and Arlington Public Schools, will be closed in observance of Columbus Day. (Note: Gov. Ralph Northam recently proclaimed Oct. 12 to be Indigenous Peoples Day in Virginia.) Trash and recycling services will operate on a […] October 9, 2020
Police Seek Assistance Locating Critically Missing Adult
The Arlington County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance locating a critically missing 37-year-old man. October 9, 2020
Police Participate in Operation Crash Reduction
. To help remind drivers and passengers of the importance of seatbelt use, the Arlington County Police Department and NHTSA are teaming up for Operation Crash Reduction. October 9, 2020 | News Release
Arlington Visitor Spending Hits $3.6 Billion Record in 2019, COVID Brings 2020 Challenges
Arlington has led Virginia counties in visitor spending for 12 consecutive years, with local tourism in 2019 generating $97.8 million in local tax receipts that benefit Arlington County programs and services for the community. October 9, 2020
Crime Report: October 9, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 8, 2020 | News Release
Census 2020: There Is Still Time to Take the Census!
The 2020 Census is now set to end on October 31. Earlier this week, the U.S. Census Bureau released a statement confirming that “data collection operations will continue through October 31, 2020.” The decision followed multiple court proceedings which sought to reverse the previously set September 30 deadline the Census Bureau had implemented this summer. This new deadline means that there is still time to complete the Census, whether online, […] October 8, 2020 | News Release
Area Health Officers Issue a COVID-19 Health Advisory
Arlington County joined Montgomery County and health officers from eight local jurisdictions in issuing a COVID-19 health advisory to individuals who have worked in the White House in the past two weeks and/or have had close contact with others who work in those spaces or attended those events. October 8, 2020
Crime Report: October 8, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 7, 2020
Crime Report: October 7, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 6, 2020 | News Release
Project PEACE Announces Events to Honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October 1 marks the beginning of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. COVID-19 has had a unique impact on those harmed by domestic violence and the communities that support survivors. What the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) started in October 1981 as a “Day of Unity,” with the intention of connecting advocates across the nation, has […] October 6, 2020
Crime Report: October 6, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 5, 2020 | News Release
Arlington Joins Regional Task Force to Prevent Evictions in Northern Virginia
Arlington has joined the Northern Virginia Eviction Prevention and Community Stability Task Force, a diverse coalition of stakeholders from the housing sector in Northern Virginia, to identify best practices to prevent evictions and stabilize households. Recognizing that the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic could result in a wave of evictions and a spike in […] October 5, 2020
Crime Report: October 5, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 2, 2020
Crime Report: October 2, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] October 2, 2020
Man Dies in Arlington County Detention Facility
Darryl Becton, 46, died on October 1, 2020, after he was found unconscious in his cell at the Arlington County Detention Facility. October 1, 2020
Crime Report: October 1, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] September 30, 2020 | News Release
Arlington Offers Guidance for a Safer Halloween During COVID-19
While Halloween is not an official holiday, and is not regulated by the County, Arlington is asking everyone to continue to practice the behaviors we know slow the spread of COVID-19. September 30, 2020
Crime Report: September 30, 2020
This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police […] September 30, 2020