Richmond Public Schools Without Internet for Second Consecutive Day
Richmond Public Schools is operating without internet for the second consecutive day following a cybersecurity incident that affected its network. Schools remain open with tech-free learning environments as officials investigate the incident and its potential impact.
Richmond Petersburg, VA, October 22, 2026 —
Richmond Public Schools has been operating without internet for a second consecutive day after a cybersecurity incident affected the district’s network, according to the information provided about the incident.
Schools remain open, with learning taking place in tech-free environments while officials investigate what happened and assess the incident’s potential impact. The summary does not specify which network services or systems, beyond internet access, have been affected.
The district’s response has allowed schools to continue operating, but without internet access students and staff are working in an environment that does not rely on online connectivity. The information provided does not describe the specific classroom arrangements or indicate whether all schools are affected in the same way.
Officials are investigating the incident. The cause, the date it began, and the scope of any impact have not been provided. There is also no information about whether data or personal information was affected, whether outside cybersecurity specialists are involved, or when internet service might be restored.
The available account does not identify a district spokesperson or include statements from officials. It also does not describe any reported damage, disruption to particular administrative functions, or next steps beyond the ongoing investigation.
For now, the confirmed details are that the network was affected by a cybersecurity incident, internet service has been unavailable for two consecutive days, schools remain open, and officials are examining the incident and its potential impact. Further details about the investigation and restoration of service were not provided.
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