A Danville police officer is in stable condition after being shot by a suspect. Police say the officer found a vehicle linked to a hit-and-run investigation yesterday and began talking to the suspect. The 47-year-old man allegedly pulled out a gun and shot the officer several times. The officer returned fire, wounding the suspect. Virginia State Police investigators are looking into the shooting.
The Appamattox County school system is closed today after a weekend cybersecurity problem. Officials say the breach affected their network and led to an investigation by cybersecurity experts to determine the scope and impact. The superintendent says essential school systems are operating but some still need to be restored. The closure could be extended if anticipated winter weather affects the district.