Charlottesville, VA news on Wednesday, October 21, 2026

In Charlottesville, VA on Wednesday, October 21, 2026: Route 29 input sought; Film Festival, housing news. Also: VDOT seeks public input on Route 29 improvements in Charlottesville and Albemarle County; Jail sentence imposed for police chase that ended in Monticello Avenue crash. Weather: Mostly clear and cool today, 42–60°F with light wind.

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VDOT seeks public input on Route 29 improvements in Charlottesville and Albemarle County.WVIR · Oct 21, 5:39 PM
Jail sentence imposed for police chase that ended in Monticello Avenue crash.CBS 19 News · Oct 21, 10:46 AM
CAT route 7 frequency increases to every 15 minutes during peak hours starting October 26.City of Charlottesville, VA (.gov) · Oct 20, 3:36 PM

News & local government

City seeks public feedback on climate resilience plan for Charlottesville.City of Charlottesville, VA (.gov) · Oct 20, 5:56 PM

Shopping & deals

Low Income Housing Energy Assistance Program now open for enrollment.WVIR · Oct 20, 6:04 PM

Culture & arts

Virginia Film Festival brings stars to Charlottesville this week.WVIR · Oct 20, 5:34 PM

Community & volunteering

Charlottesville nonprofit seeks $7.5 million to make Holiday Drive shelter permanent.WVIR · Oct 20, 5:43 PM
Charlottesville High School students staged walkout for gun violence awareness.WVIR · Oct 20, 6:00 PM

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