The Arlington County Board adopted a $1.4 billion balanced budget with a two-cent property tax rate increase.
Public Safety News
Meet the Man Who Empowers Arlingtonians to Be the Help ‘Until Help Arrives’
Dr. E. Reed Smith, Operational Medical Director for the Arlington County Fire Department, received the 2018 Governor’s EMS Award for Physician with Outstanding Contribution to EMS for his groundbreaking work in tactical emergency casualty care. Dr. Smith is also an emergency physician and author who has served a key role in the innovative medical care in the Northern Virginia region. His groundbreaking work […]
Arlington County Gathers to Honor Fallen Officers During Observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day
Join Arlington County Police and the Sheriff’s Office as we honor and pay tribute to the seven law enforcement officers who gave their lives in service to our community.
Police Participate in Sexual Assault Awareness Month
During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, police are sharing resources available to help raise public awareness about sexual violence and educate the community on how to prevent it.
Share our Roadways: Police Participate in Spring Street Smart Campaign
Police will conduct high-visibility enforcement as part of the regional Council of Governments’ Spring Street Smart Campaign.
2018 Death Investigation Classified as a Homicide
A 2018 death investigation conducted by the Arlington County Police Department has been classified as a homicide. The investigation has determined this to be an isolated incident with no threat to the community. Anyone with information related to this investigation is asked to contact police.
Police to Participate in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
On Saturday, April 27, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Arlington County Police Department, Arlington County Sheriff’s Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public its 17th opportunity in eight years to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs.
TRAFFIC ALERT: 2019 Bishop O’Connell 5K Race Street closures
The Arlington County Police Department will close several roadways on Saturday, April 13 for the 2019 Bishop O’Connell 5K race.
5 Things to Know during Alcohol Awareness Month
During Alcohol Awareness Month, police are sharing five things you need to know on how we’re working to reduce alcohol related harm and improve safety.
TRAFFIC ALERT: 2019 Arlington Palooza
The Arlington County Police Department will implement road closures near Alcova Heights Park on April 13 to accommodate Arlington Palooza.