Norfolk, VA news on Saturday, October 17, 2026
In Norfolk, VA on Saturday, October 17, 2026: Fire displaces family; HRBT tunnel closures this weekend. Also: A townhome fire on Magnolia Avenue displaced one adult and seven children early Saturday morning; Firefighters contained a crawl space fire on Ashland Avenue Saturday morning. Weather: Partly cloudy and cool today, 52–58°F with winds up to 21 mph.
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Headlines
- A townhome fire on Magnolia Avenue displaced one adult and seven children early Saturday morning.13newsnow.com ·
News & local government
- Firefighters contained a crawl space fire on Ashland Avenue Saturday morning.13newsnow.com ·
- ROTC students at Old Dominion University subdued a gunman on campus; situation contained.ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos ·
Safety & emergencies
- Norfolk police investigating attempted carjacking and stabbing incident reported by a woman.WAVY.com ·
Traffic & transport
- HRBT tunnel paving project includes directional closures this weekend; plan alternate routes.Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) ·
- Eastbound I-64 at Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel closes this weekend for repaving work.WAVY.com ·
Events & going out
- Neon Nights brings art and entertainment to Norfolk's Neon District tonight amid ongoing construction.13newsnow.com ·
Sports
- Lake Taylor faces Norview in girls varsity volleyball Sunday October 19; watch live available.NFHS Network ·
- Norfolk State football players earn FCS midseason honors from Phil Steele's rankings.The Virginian-Pilot ·
Community & volunteering
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