Richmond, VA news on Tuesday, October 13, 2026
In Richmond, VA on Tuesday, October 13, 2026: Today: MHS plays Glen Allen and Henrico; Mayo Bridge plan. Also: Police are searching for a suspect after a man was shot and killed outside a Richmond home; A fatal shooting led to a SWAT standoff in Richmond, according to the Times-Dispatch. Weather: Pleasant day ahead: 65 to 79°F, clear skies, no rain and light wind up to 8 mph.
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Headlines
- Police are searching for a suspect after a man was shot and killed outside a Richmond home.WRIC ABC 8News
News & local government
- Police Chief Avula explained not renewing the Flock contract and reported a drop in murders.WTVR.com
Safety & emergencies
- A fatal shooting led to a SWAT standoff in Richmond, according to the Times-Dispatch.Richmond Times-Dispatch
- A person was shot and killed in Richmond's Carver neighborhood; police are searching for a suspect.WTVR.com
Traffic & transport
Events & going out
- Behind The Web bye week edition airs Thursday, noon to 1 p.m., at Bar West.University of Richmond Athletics
- Dachtoberfest returns to Richmond, according to The Commonwealth Times.The Commonwealth Times
- Richmond's Eerie Canal Tours return for Halloween.WRIC ABC 8News
- Hudson Westbrook makes a stop at Virginia Credit Union LIVE! in Richmond.WRIC ABC 8News
- Comedian Tig Notaro will stop in Richmond on her tour.WRIC ABC 8News
Business & new openings
Housing & real estate
- Walker & Dunlop arranged an $86.5 million refinancing for a Richmond multifamily community.Boston Real Estate Times
Health & care
- Spanberger blamed Trump for Virginia cutting Medicaid coverage for transgender youth healthcare.WVTF
Sports
- Today: MHS plays Glen Allen in boys middle school football and Henrico in girls varsity volleyball.NFHS Network
- Richmond Flying Squirrels were named 2026 MiLB Organization of the Year.WRIC ABC 8News
Community & volunteering
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