Richmond, VA news on Wednesday, October 28, 2026

In Richmond, VA on Wednesday, October 28, 2026: Halloween events, early voting ends soon, bike lanes. Also: Halloween on Hanover, Halloween Parade, and Scott's Addition Pumpkin Fest happening this weekend in Richmond; Flags at half-staff in Virginia for funeral of Senator Janet Howell. Weather: Mostly cloudy today with temperatures between 51-70°F and light winds.

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Halloween on Hanover, Halloween Parade, and Scott's Addition Pumpkin Fest happening this weekend in Richmond.Richmond Times-Dispatch · Oct 28, 6:30 AM
Flags at half-staff in Virginia for funeral of Senator Janet Howell.Richmond Times-Dispatch · Oct 28, 1:45 PM

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